Fresh start at Cedar Rapids airport with new director
The Cedar Rapids Airport Commission selects William Rankin II to lead Cedar Rapids operations starting next month. The move follows a long controversy involving former director Roy Jameson and Mayor Don Canney, with emphasis now on clear authority, terminal expansion, and improved air service for the region.
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Cedar Rapids
William Rankin II
Winston-Salem
N.C
Roy “Bud” Jameson
Jameson
Don Canney
Canney
Airport Commission
Rankin
Debates Over Mandatory Informative TV for Children
Activists press Congress to require broadcasters and stations to air regular informative children's programs arguing the 1934 Act and FCC renewals duty. Broadcasters warn against daily mandates, suggesting weekly minimum hours and flexible scheduling amid a larger channel mix.
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Congress
Free expression clash over kids TV sparks debate
Critics argue children’s needs trump broad First Amendment concerns citing John Doolittle of American University and Peggy Charren of Action for Children's Television. They say regulation exists in other countries and condemn current Saturday morning programming as cartoon heavy with low content.
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American University
John Doolittle
Washington Association For Television and Children
United States
Japan
Peggy Charren
Action For Children’s Television
Force won't work for better children's TV
The Gazette's Opinion argues against forcing quality standards on broadcasters as draconian and unconstitutional. It recommends voluntary upgrading, highlighting Saturday morning slots, the failings of cartoons, and the need for more educational content while urging parents and reformers to model better viewing habits.
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Congress
Iowa
Broadcasters weigh quality children programming against market forces
Broadcasters argue commercial goals and advertiser interests shape children's TV. They say there is adequate programming overall and oppose government mandates. Critics fear higher costs and smaller audiences would reduce quality and output, with fewer funds for child-focused shows.
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Public TV
Congress
al Swift
D-Wash
Telecommunications Subcommittee
Judge Ford acquits Whitcomb. letters charge bias in ruling
Readers comment on Judge Ford’s acquittal in the Bill Jon Whitcomb case. The letter criticizes the judge for alleged bias and misstates judicial duties while noting the state may appeal to the Iowa Supreme Court. It calls for legislative changes if conduct was unlawful.
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Francis Messerly
Ford
Bill Jon Whitcomb
Whitcomb
Iowa Supreme Court
Reynoldson
Supreme Court
Government Money Favors Free Entitlements Debate
A reader argues President Reagan should not promise free college and medical care funded by federal or state money. They blame taxpayers for bailouts, defend individual borrowing, and contrast American free enterprise with Russia’s communism. They cite farmers harmed by disaster and a large debt at Land Bank and personal banks.
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Reagan
Feds
State
Land Bank
Russia
Americans Should Help Homeless and Farmers First
A reader argues that U S citizens facing homelessness and unemployment deserve priority in aid. They acknowledge Ethiopia relief but insist domestic needs require action now. They praise farmers for growing food and call for balanced, immediate help for all vulnerable populations.
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United States
Justice and press in two tragedies from Poland and El Salvador
An activist Catholic priest is killed in Poland and four U S women are raped and murdered in El Salvador. The piece questions global attention, justice, and the roles of unions, churches, and media, asking why outcomes differ and how families explain such events.
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Communist
Poland
United States
el Salvador
Army
UNI proposal eyed by Curris on educational leadership
A reader commends UNI President Constantine Curris and associates for proposing the Institute for Educational Leadership. The letter argues universities should guide high school teachers and administrators on freshmen expectations, cites UNI writing competency exams, and urges Regents to support the plan.
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Tom Walsh
University of Northern Iowa
Institute For Educational Leadership
UNI
Constantine Curris
Curris
Board of Regents
Save Marion Depot from demolition advocates urge reuse
Local residents Mary and Dorothy Wilson plead to preserve the historic Marion depot amid plans for a new mall. They suggest transforming the building into an antiques showroom or a family restaurant and call on the community to help Dave Wendell save it.
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Marion
Dave Wendell
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John Robertson
Art Heusinkveld
Federal Communications Commission
FCC
Charren
Gazette
Shaun Sheehan
National Association of Broadcasters
the Gazette
Ethiopia
Mary and
Dorothy Wilson
Brockman Ave
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