Bush adviser calls stimulus a necessary insurance policy
White House economic aide Larry Lindsey argues the Bush stimulus package is an essential insurance policy to spur a recovery this quarter. He predicts a gradual rebound, notes business pessimism, and cites tax cuts for middle income families and health coverage expansion as key elements. Senator Grassley backs broad support for the plan despite Senate holdups.
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College Community scores surge on standardized tests
Cedar Rapids district reports "unbelievable gains" after implementing targeted support services. ITBS and ITED results show fewer students under the 40th percentile and more at or above the 90th percentile in reading and math. District plans February board briefing and ongoing data review.
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Vander Plaats to Speak at Coe College Republicans
Cedar Rapids GOP candidate Bob Vander Plaats will address the Coe College Republicans at 7 p.m. Thursday in Cherry Auditorium Peterson Hall. The 38 year old Sioux City native and former teacher now leads a non profit aiding disabled youths and will outline his educational platform.
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Linn County Court News Turnover of Felony Guilty Pleas
In Linn County District Court, Zachary D. Rohr pleaded guilty to possessing a controlled substance with intent to deliver for a July 3 2001 Nixon Drive Hiawatha incident and received a deferred judgment. Rhreanna M. Welsh pleaded guilty to a lesser possession charge, with deferred judgment and probation. Jeffrey A. Hegland pleaded guilty to second degree arson and forgery for a July 9 2001 Iowa Valley Windows fire and forged checks, receiving fines and suspended sentences plus probation and residence at Hintman Center. Stephen L. Millhouse found guilty of second degree burglary for a July 16 2001 northeast Cedar Rapids incident, with fines and suspended sentence and Hinzman Center residence. Timothy L. Robinson pleaded guilty to possessing crack cocaine with intent to deliver for a July 30 2001 First Avenue East incident, with fines, suspended sentence, and probation.
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College Community weighs fossil wall plan at Prairie Ridge
Cedar Rapids The College Community school board hears a petition with 265 signatures urging the district to omit an 80 000 fossil wall from the new Prairie Ridge elementary. Opponents call it costly science equipment while supporters cite educational value and field trip access to local fossil sites. The wall is an alternate bid with bids due next month as the 95 000 square foot project aims for fall 2003 completion.
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Four Linn County districts meet to discuss common concerns
Four Linn County school boards Alburnett Central City North Linn and Springville will join at 7 p.m. in City Elementary School media center for a joint meeting called by Central City Superintendent Bill Mertens. They will discuss sharing staff and school infrastructure funding via local option sales tax.
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