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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 2001
Page
4
The Linn County Health Department closes Cedar Rapids 19 wading pools permanently. Parks crews install spray pipes at patrol sites from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. allowing kids to run through water as a temporary cool-down until splash pads replace pools later this summer.
Cal Ripken Jr underlines a lasting era in baseball with 21 seasons for the Baltimore Orioles. The record holder for 2 632 consecutive games and over 3 100 career hits, Ripken embodies durability and loyalty amid rising player pay and shifting norms.
A Cedar Rapids based group formed the African American Heritage Foundation to create an African American Historical Museum and Cultural Center of Iowa. The Planning Task Force proposed a Cedar Rapids riverfront site on 12th Avenue SE across the Cedar River, secured land for $1 a year for 99 years, and raised over 2.2 million of 2.88 million dollars needed. City rezoning hearings are set as the project nears construction with broad statewide support.
A reader argues that blaming schools for education problems is simplistic. They note changes in family life, learning disabilities, and behavioral issues, urging parent and community involvement and volunteer hours to support teachers and students.
A reader criticizes the tax rebate bill touted by Sen. Grassley, noting a 120 page measure and claiming most individuals will get no rebate while lawmakers secure lifelong pay and pension perks. The letter attacks Congressional retirement rules and Social Security exemptions for officials.
A Cedar Rapids resident laments the All Veterans Memorial being torn down describing it as desecration and loss of respect. The speaker recalls growing up in the city, raising a family, and visiting the memorial with her daughter, urging action to protect the memory of those who sacrificed for freedom.
The Gazette invites letters and guest columns addressing public business. Writers must include full name signature street address and daytime phone number for verification. anonymous submissions are not accepted. Letters are subject to editing and must fit a 300 word limit, with about one letter per 30 days.
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