Speed limit starts Friday on I-380 stretch
The new limit reduces traffic to 26,000 vehicles daily north of Cedar Rapids and 17,000 near Center Point. Iowa DOT spokesperson Dena Gray-Fisher likens the Coralville Cedar Rapids segment of I-380 to a different road.
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Iowa to raise speed limits on rural interstates
Governor Vilsack approved higher limits on most rural interstates with 70 mph on I 35 between Ankeny and Ames and on I 80 east and west of Iowa City. I 380 remains 60 or 55 mph through Cedar Rapids while I 80 through Coralville and Iowa City stays at 65 mph. Restrictions keep lower limits near urban centers and close interchanges.
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Growth nudges Marquette as Isle of Capri draws families
City Clerk Denise Schneider notes growth from new houses and young families moving to Marquette for Isle of Capri jobs. The gaming boat employs 335 full time and 107 part time workers, with regional planners urging regional consideration of growth to ease infrastructure strain in nearby bedroom communities.
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Iowa to review largest group on sex offender registry
The review assesses factors for dismissing offenders from the registry including initial charge type ten year or lifetime registration and life-long offenses. Cases from July to September 1995 comprise the largest review group tied to state law requiring all offenders jailed or on probation for sex crimes on July 1 1995 to be listed. The sweep follows Gov Vilaskas tougher penalties and the Cedar Rapids abduction murder of Jesseta Gage. Roger Bentley awaits trial for murder and kidnapping. State Sen Bob Dvorsky is noted.
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Iowa sex offender registry reviews urged to be thorough
Coralville officials say reviews of the Iowa sex offender registry should be thorough and not promise public safety. They advocate following the 1995 law as changes address risks but not reduce reoffending. Karla Miller of the Rape Victim Advocacy Program warns that offenders should remain listed for life to protect communities.
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Gas prices lower outside big cities for travelers
The article notes drops in gasoline prices outside large metro areas with retailers posting rates online. Interstate travelers can compare prices via Flying J and other chains, as reformulated REG fuel rules may keep city prices higher in summer. Jennifer Moehlmann of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources comments on savings.
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