Fireworks retailers eye dozens of sales sites in 2018 expansion
Bellino aims for nearly 100 fireworks retail spots next year as Jake's Fireworks plans to triple its Iowa presence from 28 locations. Iowa allowed consumer fireworks from June 1 to July 8 and December 10 to January 3 after Gov Branstad signed the measure. Store operators faced weathered logistics and weight limits in Cedar Rapids and staffing needs, yet some say sales benefited as shoppers return.
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Firework Retail Licenses by County in Iowa
The State Fire Marshal reports 645 licensed fireworks retailers in Iowa, with Linn County leading at 58 locations. Eight counties have no licensed retailers, while large clusters are in major cities and along the Illinois border. Cedar Rapids restricted sales and use to two windows but plans review after resident feedback.
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EPA biodiesel targets frozen at 2.1 billion gallons in renewable fuel proposal
Iowa officials and industry leaders react to EPA's 2019 targets for biodiesel and cellulosic biofuels. Biodiesel remains at 2.1 billion gallons while cellulosic goals drop from 311 million to 238 million. Critics call for broader RFS reform and preach continued support for domestic biofuel industries. Iowa Governor Reynolds supports predictability but laments lower biodiesel aims. Senator Ernst sees room for growth. Rep. Loebsack accuses the administration of betrayal. Public comment period opens under Docket EPA HQ OAR 2017-0091.
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Tom Brooks
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Congress
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Iowa City
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Fireworks injuries rise in Iowa communities after legalization
Iowa City and Cedar Rapids area hospitals report spikes in fireworks related injuries since the June 1 legalization. ERs note multiple trauma calls with alcohol involvement and repeated incidents across Cedar Rapids and Iowa City. Officials urge reconsideration of legal fireworks sales.
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Sarah Corizzo
Unity Point-St. Luke’s Hospital
Cedar Rapids
Mercy Medical Center
Karen Vander Sanden
House
Iowa
American College of Emergency Physicians
North Korea challenge tests Beijing on Trump era trade stance
The report notes President Trump pressing China at the U.N. over North Korea trade while Beijing enacts stricter coal sanctions. It cites a 37.4 percent first quarter rise in China North Korea trade and describes U.S. and South Korean missile drills as Beijing and Moscow urge a suspensive freeze.
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Troy University
Seoul
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Japan
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