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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Feb 26, 2004

Page

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Meskwaki plan to double casino with 400 new jobs

Meskwaki leaders announced a $100 million expansion to more than double the size of their casino hotel complex west of Tama. The project would create about 400 new jobs and position the Meskwaki Bingo Casino Hotel as a larger full service destination.

Orian Love TAMA Meskwaki Gazette Graphic Casino

Meskwaki plan targets Iowa gambling reforms in House debate

Meskwaki Nation officials unveiled House File 2302 aiming to issue up to five new licenses at 10 million dollars each, permit table games at race tracks, revise gambling taxes, and end riverboat cruising. Tribal spokesman Tom Jo chum blamed a hostile political climate and sought expanded licenses near Tama.

Iowa Tom Jochum Tama

Weight gain after 18 linked to higher breast cancer risk

Atlanta AP. The American Cancer Society reports that gaining 20 to 30 pounds after high school raises breast cancer risk by about 40 percent, while gains over 70 pounds double risk. Researchers say body weight strongly influences cancer outcomes, with fat tissue producing estrogen that can fuel tumors.

Atlanta American Cancer Society Heather Spencer Feigelson Feigelson The Cancer Society New England Journal of Medicine

Skorton’s second year at Iowa University faces budget choices

After one year as president David Skorton earns high marks for communication and bridge-building. Some urge him to shift from gathering information to decisive steps to stabilize finances amid nine percent cuts of a 232.4 million education budget. Voices of protest on campus remain sparse.

Tom Owen Gazette Iowa City University of Iowa David Skorton Skorton Liberal Arts

New Cedar Rapids Clinic Opens With Expanded Services

The Community Health Free Clinic at 947 14th Ave SE Cedar Rapids debuted a new building with enhanced services for uninsured and low income residents. An open house is scheduled from 1 to 4 p m March 7 to showcase the facility and celebrate its progress. Executive Director Darlene Schmidt described the reopening as moving and emotional, underscoring the clinic’s history and impact.

C.R. Free Clinic Dave DeWitte Gazette Cedar Rapids Community Health Free Clinic Darlene Schmidt 14Th Ave. SE Duane Crock the Gazette Nancy Hart Tom Reed

Research finds it just doesn't pay to be single anymore

A study from Accent highlights shifting social and financial costs for single individuals, noting rising housing, health, and lifestyle expenses that reduce disposable income and challenge isolation. Researchers emphasize implications for policy and personal planning.

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