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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 2011
Page
1
A call invites residents and former residents to share memories of Gedar Rapids, AGCENT 68. Readers are urged to submit anecdotes, photos, and reminiscences for a forthcoming local history feature.
Iowa lawmakers debate bills barring restraint of pregnant inmates in labor or recovery with exceptions for harm or escape. Jail administrators and sheriffs weigh comfort with language while noting authority rests with facility directors. national trends and medical groups influence the discussion.
The Army announced a makeover of its 30 year old physical fitness standards. Soldiers will run on a balance beam with two 30 pound ammo canisters drag a sled with 180 pounds of sandbags and vault over obstacles while carrying a rifle. The new tests aim to mirror battlefield demands and emphasize real world readiness.
The Army considers replacing the twice yearly traditional push ups sit ups and two mile run with a new physical readiness test. The proposed program emphasizes shuttle runs rower exercises standing long jumps and runs with weapon carriage. Lt Gen Mark Hertling says current testing fails to adequately measure real combat demands.
Iowa GOP activists say no candidate has won broad support as the 2012 race opens. Republicans describe the field as a jumbled mess while seeking someone who can beat President Obama, with voters in multiple sessions noting uncertainty. Erik Helland and Ryan Frederick quoted.
Iowa could host intrastate Internet poker under Senate Study Bill 1165. A hub operator under the Racing and Gaming Commission would contract with licensed casinos to run affiliate online sites for players 21 and older. Senator Jeff Danielson calls it a modest first step.
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