D Day tribute honors Cedar Rapids veteran Luther
The Gazette salutes Dean Luther of Cedar Rapids among the surviving World War II veterans who stormed Normandy on June 6 1944. Luther 89 says luck and Providence saved him as about 3000 Allied troops died and 6000 were wounded that day. The Linn County ROA chapter honored him Friday.
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Hawkeye MRI magnet powers advanced brain research
The University of Iowa secured a federal grant to buy a 42 ton magnet for an MRI scanner four times as strong as typical units, enabling observation of brain processes previously unseen. Cedar Rapids Jefferson coach Stuart Ordman earns praise for launching Read Along Mentors in the 1990s, now facing questions about the program's future without him at the helm.
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Regents Rush on funding reform raises concerns
Editorial flags a hurried state Board of Regents decision on performance based funding for public universities in Iowa. It cites risks to University of Iowa and Iowa State research and asks for thorough scrutiny before finalizing changes. It also notes rural hospitals face high one time and ongoing costs from electronic record conversion and asks about patient care impact.
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Linn-Mar principal swap prompts letter to board
A Linn-Mar parent objects to swapping principals at Indian Creek Bowman Woods and Wilkins elementary schools claiming the reason is unclear. The writer praises Tina Monroe of Indian Creek and urges attendance at the school board meeting at 7.
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Obama criticized for using soldiers as political pawns
Retired major Jim Sorensen of Marion voices outrage at President Obama for trading five Taliban prisoners for Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl, arguing the administration uses military personnel as political leverage and questioning the no man left behind pledge. He cites the Code of Conduct and urges accountability if Bergdahl violated it.
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Safe distance urged for cellular towers and health concerns
A public appeal urges city officials to require safe tower siting near residences and schools. It notes health worries, property value impact, and cites a Cedar Rapids school board decision, urging attendance at today’s 3 p.m. council meeting to voice opinions on tower locations.
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Obama defends Bergdahl deal amid controversy
President Obama faced questions in Brussels about trading five Taliban leaders for Army deserter Bowe Bergdahl. He rejected charges of political manipulation, insisting the effort aimed to bring a missing serviceman home. Critics accuse motives include legacy and Guantanamo policy.
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Fetus as the start of the life cycle and human status
John Sheda argues that life begins at conception, calling a fetus a human being from conception and pressing the need to reintroduce the abortion debate into public discussion. He cites historical progress on civil rights to urge action and invites reader feedback.
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