Iowa airports tighten security amid rising threats
Airports in Cedar Rapids Des Moines and the Quad Cities review measures after FAA orders tougher screening and visible inspections. United and Ozark say staff remain vigilant while awaiting further changes from security chiefs at an IATA meeting in Montreal.
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TrekFest planned in Riverside as Star Trek fans gather
Riverside hosts TrekFest to celebrate its designation as the future birth site of Captain James T. Kirk. Sponsored by the Riverside Area Community Club the weekend includes a beer tent volleyball tournament a Saturday parade at 10 am a square and street dance a Star Trek video showcase a collectibles swap and a best costume contest at 4 30 pm. Activities for seniors and an ice cream social are also scheduled. Contact Terry K Phillips at 648 5184 for information.
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James A Van Allen Day Honors U of Iowa Space Pioneer
Iowa designates James A Van Allen Day to honor the University of Iowa physics professor who discovered the Van Allen radiation belts He will retire this Sunday after leading the department of physics and astronomy and remains active on space missions and research plans with Pioneer 10 11 and Galileo.
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Bids Open For 20 Million Iowa University Phone System
Milford reports the State Board of Regents will review bids on 20 million dollars in revenue bonds to fund a campus wide telephone and data network at the University of Iowa. Midland Scientific criticizes a purchasing policy limiting bids to firms meeting 12 of 13 commodity groups. University officials say current system saves about 100 thousand dollars annually.
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