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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 2000
Page
1
A computer projection places C R in a list of tornado prone cities with a one in 1244 chance of a close call. Linn County officials are conducting drills in preparation for such an event.
A 360-bank report shows farmers in Eastern Iowa saw farmland values rise as much as 7 percent in the first quarter. Details, 7B.
Sports columnist Mike Hias argues Indiana fans erred in booing the 1987 draft for Reggie Miller over state favorite Steve Alford. He suggests the selection showed judgment over passion and recalled the differing fan reactions.
A University of Iowa study finds men with anorexia or bulimia may experience more severe bone density loss than women. Researchers suggest hormonal and nutritional factors contribute to this gender difference. The findings highlight the need for early diagnosis and tailored treatment for male patients.
Neighbors in Wednesday's Gazette profile Brian Andreas, the creator of StoryPeople, noted for a quirky and distinctive artistic voice. The piece highlights his background and the appeal of his whimsical figures.
About 45 Linn County youths including 17 year old Jeremy Rodriguez will be sworn in to a new Peer Review Court where juveniles prosecute defend and judge peers who commit minor offenses The program aims to curb recidivism with peer influence and offers 20 sentencing options from community service to probation The court begins June 15 and operates two Thursdays each month with parental agreement required.
The program invites offenders aged 10 to 17 who admit guilt with parent or guardian consent. Juvenile Court Judge Susan Flaherty presides on two Thursdays each month. Youth volunteers act as prosecutors defense attorneys jurors bailiffs and attendants in hearings resembling adult sentencing procedures.
The Supreme Court ruled 6 3 that states may not automatically award access to grandchildren over parental wishes. Justice O Connor said the state should intervene only when a parent fails to adequately care for children. The ruling focuses on Washington state limits and leaves many visitation questions to state courts.
Gov. Tom Vilsack plans a weeklong walking tour of 20 Iowa communities in June to hear from regular residents. The initiative, part of Earth Year 2000 observances, includes tree plantings and aims to promote fitness while gathering general ideas about state government.
U S Cellular will pay 2 million dollars over five years for naming rights to the Five Seasons Center in Cedar Rapids. The deal, worth 400000 annually, was announced at the arena and discussed at a City Hall meeting.
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