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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 2004
Page
1
Gov. Tom Vilsack vetoed the two year education funding bill, calling the session disappointing. He issued a report card grading the 80th General Assembly with three F's in health family and consumer science and reading and listening, plus incompletes in education.
Governor Vilsack urged the GOP legislature to finance school, health, safety, and growth programs with new revenue. He cited a 60 cent cigarette tax, broader sales tax base, bonds, and closing tax loopholes. He urged bipartisanship and said he was willing to veto if needed.
The University of Iowa will hire an independent investigator to examine a claim that an 18 year old football recruit had consensual sex with a UI student during a recruiting visit. President David Skorton called the allegations serious and said findings will be reported and acted upon.
A woman from C R plans to fly to New York on Sunday to donate a kidney to a stranger, joining a growing movement of living organ donors. The Gazette reports her intent and the broader awareness around altruistic kidney donation.
Iowa Public Television marks 35 years of unique Iowa focused programs while funding shifts push reliance on private support. IPTV manager Jennifer Konfist notes corporate and membership dollars filling gap amid state and federal cutbacks.
A new study by the Environmental Working Group finds Iowa deaths from asbestos related diseases increasing since 1979, with at least 457 deaths statewide. Linn County records 43 to 78 fatalities, Johnson 9 to 15, and industrial centers show the highest tolls as exposure spread beyond workers.
A report notes possible asbestos exposure from consumer products including blow dryers and electrical devices. The discussion highlights risks, sources, and consumer guidance as health advocates call for stricter testing and transparency in product materials.
Martha Stewart and her ex broker Peter Bacanovic were found guilty on all charges including conspiracy false statements and obstruction of justice. Stewart, 62, plans an appeal and remains free until sentencing set for June 17. The verdict carries potential prison time though guidelines suggest about a year.
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