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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 2004
Page
6
In 2003 Iowa saw 1 123 suspected drunken drivers compared with 1 289 in 2002, the high since 1995. Officials link the DataMaster halt from March to May to lower arrests with urine tests used during that period. Sgt Brian Krei notes multiple factors, including Officer Darin Zacharias’s injury sidelining him mid year.
Cedar Rapids police report 724 to 750 drunken driving arrests over three years while Ames sees 104. Officer Gabe Cook, who tallied 282 arrests in 2000 2001, moved from overnight to afternoon shift. Krei warns safety could be affected and urges more arrests.
U S casualties in Afghanistan rise after the Taliban’s defeat, with total Enduring Freedom deaths reaching 100 including non hostile losses. The Afghan government appeals for continued international support as bin Laden remains at large and coalition forces number about 9 000 of 11 000 troops.
Joe Victor of Allendale Inc notes strong soybean buying and forecasts higher prices if Argentina dries. USDA 2003/04 price range seen at 6.90 to 7.60 per bushel. March soybeans rise to 8.22 at CBOT while corn gains 14.5 cents to 2.655.
Lawmakers in the opening session signaled possible tax increases to fund education and state obligations. Talks include sin taxes on tobacco and alcohol or gambling revenues, with reps noting constituents’ priorities. Governor and party leaders spar over budgets and local funding amid a contentious start.
Gov Tom Vilsack and first lady Christie Vilsack plan a series of Eastern Iowa appearances to describe proposed legislation. He will speak at KTOS Center Marion at 7 p m Wednesday, while Christie speaks at Oelwein High School Fitness Center at 4 45 p m. Thursday stops include Anamosa Lawrence Community Center at 11 30 a m and West Liberty West Elementary at 2 p m.
Johns Hopkins and most programs comply with July rules limiting resident hours but reports of violations persist. ACGME officials acknowledge some programs still overwork residents while unions warn of pressure to falsify time sheets. Critics cite lack of whistleblower protection and fear of disaccreditation as barriers.
Iowa angle University Hospitals in Iowa City with 467 residents says it is in full compliance per spokesman Tom Moore. Cedar Rapids Medical Education Foundation realigned hours for 19 residents serving clinics at Mercy Medical Center and St. Luke's Hospital. Dr. Gordon Baustian notes the main challenge is educating practicing physicians who teach residents after grueling schedules.
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