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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 14, 2004

Page

4

Transformation at Bever Park Zoo Prompts Community Mural

A Junior League led Community Paints project transforms Old MacDonald’s Farm as a mural rises near the prairie dog exhibit. Volunteers of all ages paint under an artist’s supervision, part of a $520000 renovation slated to open spring 2005.

Bever Park Zoo Junior League of Cedar Rapids MacDonald

Leach Vote Criticized Over Special Education Funding

Janet Wagner of Cedar Rapids condemns Rep. Jim Leach for backing budget moves and tax cuts while opposing full funding for special education and Medicare reform. She urges parents of disabled children to contact legislators and support Dave Franker.

Jim Leach Leach Jim Jefford Tom Harkin Dave Franker Janet Wagner Cedar Rapids

Hybrid cars spark reader letters on safety and progress

A reader questions the safety of light hybrids versus sport utilities in crashes while others chide politicians over budget cuts and wage issues. Citizens discuss freedom, civility, and unity in a broad letter section reflecting on history and current events.

Frey Claims 50 MPG in New Hybrid Car Report

The Gazette highlights Anthony Frey achieving about fifty miles per gallon in his compact hybrid, but the article ends with a caution about potential dangers associated with the vehicle or driving behavior.

the Gazette Anthony Frey

Wind energy incentives cut by math error stall Iowa projects

A legislative wind energy bill in Iowa caps state tax incentives due to a simple miscalculation. Several wind farm projects face delays until next year as lawmakers and staff, possibly aided by a new proofreader, race to fix the math.

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Hubberts Peak calls for non oil transport future

Energy experts warn world oil production will peak soon and decline, prompting plans for electrified transport and synthetic fuels. The piece cites James Jordan and James Powell, outlining mitigation strategies and long term non oil technologies.

Arctic National Wildlife Refuge Hubbert M. King Hubbert U.S

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