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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 2000
Page
2
Voters surge to the polls in Michigan with turnout higher than any prior GOP presidential primary in the state. The trend mirrors South Carolina and New Hampshire where large participation reflects voters energized by real choices amid campaign optimism.
Republican leaders allied with George W. Bush criticize campaign moves including a visit to Bob Jones University and a $1 million ad push in Michigan. Governors and fund-raisers warn McCain’s sweep signals a real threat as Bush supporters insist he remains the front runner for upcoming primaries.
Jake Robel of Blue Springs died after a Chevrolet Blazer dragged him during a Tuesday carjacking at a Independence strip mall. Kim Davis of Kansas City was charged with second degree murder robbery child abuse and kidnapping as witnesses and motorists pursued the vehicle at speeds up to 80 mph.
Mike Deupree examines whether banning grinding at school dances is justified. He notes historical swings in morality, compares past bans to current concerns, and suggests subtle, humorous policy ideas, from cap rules to polarized jewelry, without endorsing a full ban.
Military commanders at the Army Corps of Engineers push a Program Growth Initiative to raise civil works funding from about 4 billion to 6.2 billion by 2005. The plan circulated at corps offices without civilian oversight from Army Secretary Joseph Westphal.
Iowa Senator Grassley predicts a shifting GOP calendar may boost John McCain over George W. Bush in several primaries. He notes McCain’s appeal to independents and Democrats could edge Bush in seven of the next 12 races, while acknowledging Bush’s overall nomination path.
The Gazette corrects a Wednesday report, stating the Handi Mart new building would sit at the southeast corner of 32nd Street and Center Point Road NE, not the previously listed location. Also corrected: a Monday collision near Strawberry Point involving a UPS truck driven by Dennis Manders and a vehicle driven by Joyce Green.
The Gazette highlights sustainable printing using soybean ink and recycled newsprint. It urges readers to recycle newspapers at City Carton on Sixth Street SW or through the nearest recycling location, with contact number 398 8211.
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