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Insurgent ambushes kill three U S soldiers near a base as prayers go out for troops. Cedar Rapids schools weigh waivers for physical education. Summer camps adjust menus amid obesity concerns and wellness efforts. Iowa State Patrol dogs operate in Eastern Iowa on patrols. Sept 11 commission nears final report with support. Abu Ghraib reform remains aim of Iraqi authorities. Sharon defies world court on West Bank barrier. Paris train assault highlights rising anti Semitism. Airports may hire private screeners for security checks after 9 11 attacks. Memorial honors Sgt Mora wounded in Iraq. AIDS conference opens with calls to intensify global action and protect women. U S and allied deaths in Iraq updated with latest tallies. Ciampitt family promotes hormone free beef from near Independence. Farmers unite to counter hog confinement criticism. Cedar Rapids school levy proposal advances for September vote.
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Hensby Wins John Deere Classic in Playoff
Australian Mark Hensby won his first PGA Tour title by tapping in for par on the second playoff hole to defeat England’s John Morgan at the John Deere Classic near Silvis Illinois. The same page notes Blake Ballcom’s dramatic ninth inning catch preserving a 6 4 Kennels victory over the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers at Memorial Stadium.
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Interactive AP reports and online puzzles on Gazette site
The Gazette offers AP interactive presentations on major topics including the Tour de France Olympics and the presidential campaign. It also provides daily crossword and Jumble solutions the day of publication in the Puzzle Answers section at GazetteOnline.com.
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Gazette Communications Iowa pricing and contact details
The Gazette publishes daily in Cedar Rapids Iowa with subscription rates for carrier motor route and mail editions. General contact numbers include 319 398 8211 and 319 398 8333 for subscription services and delivery inquiries.
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Contact Us Directory Brief From Iowa City Area
Area codes 519 listed with Cedar Rapids and Iowa City addresses. Includes telephone numbers 398-8313 339-3155 397-8212 and a note on complete company directory and email addresses.
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Recycling Pickup Points Listed for City Carton
The notice lists RECYCLE City Carton at 901 Ingleside Drive SW and nearby recycling locations as approved pickup points for residents seeking curbside or drop off services.
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Gazette previews Olympic coverage and local ties to Athens Games
The Gazette outlines a multiweek Olympic preview starting Sunday with features on contenders and Iowa athletes connected to Athens. It also reports a four page guide edition, local history photo inquiries, and community events in Marion plus Cronkite retirement news and awards for Gazette staff.
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Cheney wife splits with VP over gay marriage stance
Lynne Cheney urged states to decide marriage status arguing for keeping state authority intact while the Senate debates a constitutional amendment to ban gay marriage. She referenced her daughter Mary who works in the Bush Cheney campaign and has been active in gay voter outreach.
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Kerry Edwards ticket public reaction shows limited poll bounce
Publicly received running mate John Edwards gives Kerry a modest uptick in some polls but aides warn against expecting a strong bounce. Bush and Kerry teams anticipate different outcomes with experts noting only a possible temporary shift near the national convention. An AP Ipsos poll suggests little post announcement surge.
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Anthrax Cleanup Begins at AMI Building in Boca Raton
Workers initiated chlorine dioxide fumigation to decontaminate the former American Media Inc. headquarters, first target in 2001 anthrax attacks. BioONE leads the process, plans to use the space for a crisis management venture after tests confirm safety.
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