Saturn radio sounds mirror eerie Earthly auroras study
University of Iowa researchers Bill Kurth and Don Garnett report in Geophysical Research Letters that Saturn radio emissions resemble a Halloween soundtrack and reflect processes near Saturns auroras. The Cassini data reveal structures in the radio spectrum signaling the emission source above Saturns northern lights. Construction resumes at Highways 151 and 13 Marion with resurfacing and widening, lane changes, and a 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. closure through Aug. 5.
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Lisbon Councilman Geinzer resigns after eight years
Eight year city council veteran Guy Geinzer, 48, submitted his resignation at Monday's meeting, effective Aug. 15 for family reasons after accepting a long term job in the Des Moines area. He was appointed in 1996 and twice elected. Lisbon will remain his primary home. The move triggers a special election to fill the remaining two years of his term. Geinzer works as a sheet metal worker for Baker Group.
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Langston denies slander in Zahn harassment case
Cedar Rapids supervisor Linda Langston rejects claims she slandered David Zahn by alleging sexual harassment and stalking. She says she acted in good faith to protect an employee who reported abuse after a 40 minute interview.
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Johnson County Fair 4 H Food Stand draws 1000 daily
Regina Booster Club operates the 4 H County Fair Food Stand at the Johnson County Fair in Iowa City. The sit down restaurant runs four days a year with breakfast lunch and dinner options. Volunteers led by Mike Hanrahan oversee daily meal offerings and a la carte entrees.
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Tory Beaver
Jan Beaver
North Liberty
Shannon Donahue
Johnson County Fairgrounds
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Lottery sales hit record in Iowa fiscal year
Iowa Lottery officials report $210.7 million in sales for the year, a 1 percent rise from 2004. Instant scratch tickets led revenue at $103.38 million, while Hot Lotto rose to more than $2 million and TouchPlay vending added about $6.4 million. Lottery profits to state treasury totaled $51.2 million, down 8 percent due to store equipment costs and Powerball declines.
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Proliferation of Cedar Rapids Coffee Shops Sparks Debate
In a Mike Deupree column, the rise of coffee shops in Cedar Rapids, Hiawatha and Marion is explored as a social phenomenon. He notes many new venues, shifts in staff style and customer experience, and questions whether coffee itself or the shop ambiance drives the trend. He invites further reflection on the so called coffee culture.
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Marion
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