Grand opening charms visitors along the Old Man River event
The reimagined Grand opening on Friday drew curious locals and visitors from as far as Canada to the Mississippi River site. Marie Cecco of St. Catherine Ontario called it beautiful noting its pull for diverse crowds including children and seniors. Bill Stone of Davenport echoed the nostalgic weekend mood as spectators relaxed under shade.
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Grand Excursion 2004 River Parade Hits Davenport
At 4:45 p.m. in LeClaire Park Davenport the Julia Belle Swain led five riverboats up the Mississippi for Grand Excursion 2004 celebrat ing the 150th anniversary. Stone, 59, recalled river rides and the water’s calm pace as hundreds enjoyed perfect weather and riverfront fare.
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Iowa approves athletic recruit guidelines for safety
University of Iowa president David Skorton announced strict rules for recruits visiting the campus. No minors drinking, no sexual harassment, and no one under 19 in bars after 10 p.m. The measures aim to uphold high ethical standards after a football recruitment incident.
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Space elevator proposal eyed to reach 62000 miles
Scientist Bradley Edwards argues a space elevator could reach 62000 miles into space within 15 years, costing about 10 billion dollars. He leads the Institute for Scientific Research project in Fairmont West Virginia, with NASA funding and congressional earmarks backing the plan.
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Tomorrow's Gazette Reports Rise in Meth-Addicted Births
The Gazette examines a sharp rise in meth-addicted newborns in Eastern Iowa, highlighting health risks for infants and strains on local services. Sunday edition previews expert commentary and community responses.
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Gator fatalities in Iowa highlight rare U S deaths
Eastern Iowa saw two children die after accidents with John Deere Gator utility vehicles this month. Deere officials note these are the only Gator related fatalities in the United States this year, attributed to operator error in specific incidents. Kylie Hall, 14, of Lisbon, died after a Gator rolled off the road. Lane Rackle, 3, of Cedar Rapids, died in a separate incident involving a Gator.
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Kerry to visit Iowa on Fourth of July campaign
Democratic nominee hopeful John Kerry will spend July 4 in Dubuque and Linn counties, joining a three state bus tour through Minnesota Wisconsin and Iowa. Governor Tom Vilsack calls the Heartland a fitting place to celebrate the American spirit amid the 2004 race.
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Cheney touts Bush record as Edwards targets Iona Dems
Vice President Dick Cheney spoke in Sioux City last night praising the Bush administration’s record on homeland security and the economy. Kerry appears in related coverage on page 7A.
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