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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 2010
Page
11
Prosecution witness Taylor testified Becker reasoned, hid the gun, and chose not to kill the Thomas family. He described Becker as calm and organized, aware the shooting was wrong, and noted Becker would have driven home if a police officer appeared.
In a town of about 1000, Mark Becker's murder trial drew minimal change in business at local eateries and few out of town visitors. Jurors and locals filled the court gallery, with media trucks and coverage from Des Moines to Dubuque. Becker pleads not guilty by insanity as families cope with the tragedy.
Taylor Denney, 17, pleaded guilty to arson and received a 10 year suspended sentence with five years probation in Des Moines County District Court. The fires destroyed Elden's ER Motor Repair in June and Denney faced charges for setting multiple blazes.
City council members weigh three sites for a new library with Emerald Knights favored for highest ground and lowest cost. Kris Gulick plans due diligence tours of Des Moines and Naperville libraries as debates continue over cost parking and potential flood insurance.
Iowa City and Cedar Rapids locals push the 3/50 Project to boost brick and mortar stores like Foraker Vacuum & Sewing in Iowa City and Brewed Awakenings in Cedar Rapids. Critics say local spendings benefits vary, while supporters note heightened awareness and quicker reopenings for small businesses faced with flood damage.
The Log lists charges from public safety and county attorney offices in Eastern Iowa. Ashley Ball 21 of 340 66th Ave SW faces assault causing bodily injury for allegedly punching a woman. Robert Estabrook 29 of 1730 Sixth Ave SE is charged with assault causing bodily injury for allegedly punching a 13 year old boy. Joseph Tallerico 21 of 371 16th St SE is charged with manufacturing a controlled substance and a drug tax stamp violation for allegedly having five marijuana plants. A residence at 640 16th Ave SW reported items valued at 1080 during a Monday incident. A residence at 1637 C Ave NW reported items valued at 2502 during Monday.
The festival seeks a $30,000 fireworks plan and asks the city to review officer deployment schedules for savings while boosting fundraising. Concerns focus on crowds above the damaged underground parking garage on May's Island and its structural integrity. Officials doubt the July Fourth deadline allows full repair. The City Council votes March 3.
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