Cedar Rapids Storm Damage Tour Highlights Cleanup Efforts
Governor Vilsack toured the area noting many houses escaped major damage while three homes burned. Officials discussed cleanup plans with possible use of inmate labor, counseling for children, and insurance assistance. About 3,000 residents lacked power as Alliant eyed Thursday restoration. crews worked on debris pickup and curbside brush collection in Marion.
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The Saddam Hussein Brothers Clash Over Power Roles
The piece outlines Saddam Hussein’s sons Odai and Qusai and their roles. Odai led the National Olympic Committee style abuses and ran a prison for athletes while Qusai headed Iraq's intelligence and security services. Qusai controlled detention centers, led the army branch for the Baath party, and was seen as Saddam's heir before the 2003 war.
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Father questions cause after girl’s fatal home injury
Kayla died after suffering a brain injury from a fall in a split foyer home. Her father Blahnik disputed the official accident description and spoke of life support and healing as Goddard’s arrest brings some answers. He recalled his marriage to Kayla’s mother and said the child remains in his heart.
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the Gazette
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Lightning toll on home electronics and advice
A Cedar Rapids storm with about 25 000 lightning strikes damaged computers TVs and other devices. Experts urge unplugging electronics and routing lines through surge protectors to avoid data loss and expensive repairs.
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Gazette
Cedar Rapids
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Marion
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