Ospreys Seek High Nest After Chick Banding At Palo Plant
A chick born to parents nesting 165 feet above ground at a Palo nuclear plant was banded Thursday. The Ospreys aim to keep the nest as high as possible, illustrating their preference for elevated nesting sites.
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Time Check flood recovery pace drew Prosser remark
Cedar Rapids City Manager Jim Prosser said during a Time Check neighborhood gathering that frustration signals commitment as flood recovery continues. Local residents voiced concerns while officials outlined progress and next steps in the Cedar Rapids area.
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Merriam Webster Adds About 100 New Words
The latest Merriam Webster Collegiate Dictionary edition expands with roughly one hundred new terms reflecting evolving U.S. culture and modern usage trends.
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Weaving conference draws near 400 attendees in Grinnell
Meredith Hines-Dochterman reports the Midwest Weavers Association conference drew nearly 400 attendees, exceeding the 250 goal. Huttner of Iowa City notes strong turnout despite the economy as weavers, instructors, and vendors traveled long distances.
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Iowa casinos hold steady amid tough economy
Iowa state licensed casinos show resilience despite a difficult year with adjusted gross revenue totaling 1.412 billion for fiscal 2009. Revenue dipped about 2.56 million from 2008 though eight facilities rose while nine declined as weather, disasters, and recession tightened discretionary spending.
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East and West Compete to Relocate Hancher Auditory Space
University of Iowa officials weigh two sites for relocating Hancher after the 2008 flood damage. The north-of-Hancher West site near the Levitt Center drew the strongest public support from about 200 attendees, while the East site south of Burlington Street faced objections over parking aesthetics and tax implications.
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Cedar Rapids ex-superintendent Markward earned 273000 in 2008-09
Former Cedar Rapids School District superintendent Dave Markward retired after five years with the district. His gross taxable income for the 2008-09 year reached 273172.05 with a base salary of 178854. The figures appeared in The Gazette's July 2 legal section detailing district salaries.
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