Iowa City underage drinking plan faces long odds
Mike Deupree analyzes how Iowa City could curb underage drinking among University of Iowa students. He notes high teen alcohol use, bar density, and social life factors, and suggests options from tighter bar enforcement to banning under 21 access, while acknowledging political and legal hurdles.
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Storm knocks out power for 100 000 Oklahomans
A second major thunderstorm in two days cut electricity to at least 100000 OG&E customers in central Oklahoma. Wind up to 90 mph damaged buildings and downed trees across Oklahoma City area. No injuries reported as crews worked to restore power by Sunday.
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Officials urge tougher nursing home care rules nationwide
A federal report to Congress finds widespread understaffing in nursing homes. It calls for new standards to ensure at least two hours daily care from aides and at least 12 minutes daily care from registered nurses, noting 54 percent of facilities fall short.
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Fire spreads to Ute land at Mesa Verde wildland blaze
A wildfire near Mesa Verde National Park grew to three miles overnight spreading into the Ute Mountain Ute reserve. A second fire 40 miles away prompted evacuations and diverted resources. About 1,000 tourists evacuated. park remained closed with 5 percent containment and no serious injuries reported.
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Historical Happenings On This Day July 23
Highlights include 1829 patent for Burt's typographer a forerunner of the typewriter. 1952 Nasser led Egyptian officers to topple King Farouk. 1977 Hanafi siege trial conviction in D C. 1885 Grant dies at 63. 1914 Austro Hungary issues Serbia ultimatum. 1985 Kay Kyser dies. 1986 Prince Andrew wed Sarah Ferguson. 1990 Souter named to Supreme Court. 1999 Columbia launches with Eileen Collins at the helm.
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The Gazette Champions Sustainable Printing and Recycling
The Gazette promotes a future driven by agriculture by using soybean ink and recycled newsprint. It urges readers to recycle newspapers at City Carton 4250 Sixth St SW or via the nearest recycling location.
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World leaders vow aid at first development summit
At an economic summit the eight rich nations plus Russia proposed steps to help the poorest nations. Leaders like Japanese PM Mori and President Clinton stressed reducing poverty and disease while advancing schooling healthcare and technology access. Putin floated North Korea missile talks linked to space satellite launch aid.
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Display Advertising Directory Telephone Hours
Cedar Rapids and Iowa City toll free numbers are listed for ad placement and account inquiries. Advertising hours are shown for weekdays and Saturday morning in the Iowa City Gazette edition.
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