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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 2001
Page
1
Cedar Rapids city animal control and downtown staff freed a Canada goose stuck on the ice of the Cedar River. A separate note reports Ohio State defeated Iowa women 79 to 52 after a 10-0 run early in the second half.
General Mills plans a NASCAR promotion by packing miniature Intrepid race cars in Cedar Rapids made Cheerios. The seventh ranked Iowa State Cyclones beat Missouri 68 67 in Ames in a tight midweek college game.
IMAX theater to install a new powerful sound system in Cedar Rapids bringing enhanced audio to screenings. Details on installation and impact to come.
Three men from Sigourney enjoyed a lucky day as they landed a batch of large crappies in a local pond. The catch drew attention from nearby anglers who praised the size and abundance of the fish.
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The Iowa House passed a bill to allow dove hunting 57 to 41 sending it to the Senate where fate remains unclear. Fourteen Democrats joined 43 Republicans in support while 11 Republicans opposed. Demonstrators stressed emotional ties to mourning doves and agricultural benefits.
Penford Corp and Cargill Inc plan a joint venture combining their industrial starch units in Cedar Rapids and Memphis. The venture, based in Cedar Rapids with Penford as majority owner, targets about 200 million dollars in annual sales and will fund expansion including a new R&D lab.
North Liberty police report underage drinkers travel to North Liberty Tiffin Solon and Shueyville by bus to party while Iowa City tightens alcohol violations. Officers cite rising crowds up to 70 people and concern over migration to private parties if new ordinances pass. Mayor Lehman defends Iowa City as a regional party hub.
The Iowa consumer advocate says MidAmerican Energy earns about 50 million dollars in excess electric profits amid rising wholesale prices and gas sales. A rate case with the Iowa Utilities Board is expected as soon as next month to seek refunds beyond a 21.6 million dollar customer credit. Senate Democrats urge immediate action to curb alleged price gouging.
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