Exotic animal controls move toward Linn County ordinance
The Cedar Rapids area faces a potential Linn County rule that would regulate exotics similar to Cedar Rapids. A public hearing set for July 26 could extend restrictions countywide, with permits for certain cases while prohibiting ownership of many species. The draft emphasizes education on Latin names and public safety, though critics fear overreach and incentives to seek unlisted animals.
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Cedar Bris Rapids
Cedar Rapids
Hiawatha
Linn County
McBride Airport
Iowa
Urbana
Iowa Faces Net Gain From Federal Funds But Tax Burden Shifts
The Northeast Midwest Institute reports Iowa gains 4 cents per dollar in federal spending, with 12.1 billion total in the year ending Sept. 30. Seven point two billion returns to residents via Social Security and Medicare benefits, reflecting a large elderly population and rising tax burdens as workers shrink.
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Washington, D.C
Northeast-Midwest Institute
New Jersey
Iowa
Breyer Hearing Looks Important But Lacks Drama
The piece argues the Breyer Supreme Court nomination is important though not compelling, lacking the sensational detail of the O J Simpson case. It notes media saturation favors attention to the Simpson proceedings while downplaying the significance of Breyer’s confirmation.
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Senate Judiciary Committee
Stephen Breyer
U.S. Supreme Court
O.J. Simpson
Kansas
Supreme Court
Clarence Thomas
Robert Bork
Senate
Breyer
Simpson
Woody Allen
Mia Farrow
Nancy Kerrigan
Tonya Harding
O.J
PBS
Republic
Amy the Hero of the Mississippi River Tragedy
A 14 year old Muscatine girl dived into the Mississippi to save a friend but was overwhelmed and lost in the river. The community mourns her courageous act and honors her selfless creed of laying down life for a friend.
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Muscatine
Mississippi River
Amy
No cure for homosexuality claims by Thomas and critics
A letter to the editor argues against efforts to change sexual orientation, noting medical and psychological consensus that change is futile and harmful. It accuses Cal Thomas of political motive, cites the 1990 APA stance, and defends gays as part of families amid critiques of anti gay rhetoric. The author dismisses sensationalism and calls for tolerance.
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Cal Thomases
American Psychological Association
Cal Thomas
Thomas
America
George Wallace
March for Jesus thanked for coverage and growth efforts
The MFJ task force thanks The Gazette KGAN and KCRG for coverage of the June 25 event. About 2,800 area Christians joined 15 million believers worldwide in praise and prayer led by Jesus Christ.
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KGAN
KCRG
Jesus
MFJ
Jesus Christ
the Gazette
Cedar Rapids
Linn County
Gazette Letters Policy and Submission Guidelines
The Gazette invites letters and guest columns on public issues but not all can be printed. Submissions must include writer’s full name signature full street address and daytime phone number though addresses are not published. Letters up to 300 words with a 30 day limit per writer and a suggested column length of 700 words.
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the Gazette
Right Word Details in Mark Twain Style
A columnist reflects on correct word choice in quotations and explained usage. He cites Carol Kean’s reaction and illustrates singular versus plural in measurements with examples from John Sobieski. The piece emphasizes precision in language and nuance in phrasing.
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Mark Twain
Twain
Carol Kean
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