13 Feb 1990
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1990
Page
1
An Oxford resident faces an attempted murder charge after a Coralville shooting. Page 2A notes details of the case and investigation progress.
Michigan State overwhelms Iowa 80 to 70 marking the Hawkeyes third straight defeat. The article notes major college football and local housing market items with page references.
A light feature notes that enjoying candy and confections can be a playful way to explore romance. Readers are invited to savor phrases and gestures that sweeten communication, with examples of affectionate language and small treats.
The Gazette presents a weekly roundup marking Iowa's top newspaper honors and notable local events. Read about community milestones, regional updates, and scores from civic and cultural happenings across the state.
Iowa off year caucuses drew low turnout with abortion resolutions in many precincts but little debate. Veterans warned that county conventions would intensify the issue as PACs eclipse grass roots influence. Steve Sovern blamed PACs for shrinking citizen participation and platform writing relevance.
Nelson Mandela spoke of a fair South Africa for all races while defending ANC policies. Violence in the Ciskei homeland killed 10 blacks and injured 20, as crowds gathered in Soweto awaiting his return.
The New York Times notes U S foreign tourism hit record 38.3 million in 1989, up from 34.2 million in 1988, with leisure visits making up about 70 percent. Iowa reports a 175 percent rise in foreign visitors from 1985 to 1989 and aims to boost growth via riverboat gambling legalization. States with large gains include New Mexico 266 percent and Arizona 295 percent.
Local florists in Cedar Rapids rely on rental vans for Valentine’s Day, with floral shops renting four to twelve vans each. Managers report near total van depletion on February 12 to 14 as deliveries spike, while schools enlist volunteers to aid with dispatches and fundraising.
Iowa educators report a hands off approach as a state law banning corporal punishment and guiding abuse investigations is misunderstood. Legislative supporters argue the rule differentiates allowed control from abusive contact, but teachers fear wrongful accusations and unclear lines with students, especially younger ones.
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