Growth prospects for Iowa in Census figures steady but modest
The Gazette weighs Census Bureau numbers showing Iowa adding 6 000 residents since 1983 and argues the uptick signals cautious growth. It contrasts Iowa with neighboring states, notes the value of stable growth for jobs, buying power, and state revenues, and emphasizes Iowa’s need for measured expansion without urban crowding.
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Stockman on student aid limits and warned consequences
The piece argues for tighter student loan limits, noting most loans go to needy students while warning against removing loans from families’ budgets. It questions whether thresholds like $31,000 gross income truly signal affluence and warns that excessive crackdowns could harm education and future earnings.
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Beneficial burgers claim cancer prevention from fried beef
University of Wisconsin professor Dr. Michael Pariza reports that mice fed fried ground beef show reduced tumor development after exposure to a cancer causing DMBA. The study suggests a possible protective effect but requires professional evaluation.
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University of Wisconsin
Michael Pariza
Pundit Office Pool Bets on 1985 End Results
A Cassandran office pool lists 20 forecast questions on 1985 outcomes spanning White House staff, scandals, defense growth, amendments, funding, and international affairs. The piece ends by urging readers to submit their own selections, noting enjoyably quippy choices and a challenge to pundit cred.
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Robert McFarlane
William Clark
Library plans spark tax worry and hall foundation aid
Readers challenge Cedar Rapids library conversion to art museum use while Hall Foundation offers financial help if adjacent property is acquired. The proposal risks 12 small businesses facing relocation or closure and raises questions about taxpayer impact and private financing.
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Compliment to Christmas Gazette Cover
Leona Janesovsky of 1721 D Street Southwest writes in praise of the Dec 25 Gazette cover, calling it perfect in every way. She thanks the staff for a striking and well-executed Christmas issue presentation.
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Holiday shoppers reveal gendered gift shopping quirks
A humorous columnist describes pre Christmas mall scenes with men anxious and clueless and women decisive, noting sales clerks cope with both. The piece reflects on shopping rituals, color choices, fit tests, and price anxiety as holidays end.
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Loni Anderson
Thoughtful Eastern Iowans Share Community Views
Periodic observations from residents invited to express themselves here. The topics are unlimited and the views are theirs.
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