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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1990
Page
1
Clemson over BYU by 16 in first round action. La Salle defeated Southern Mississippi 79 to 63. North Carolina beat Southwest Missouri State 83 to 70. UCSB edged Houston 75 to 63. Michigan State won over Louisville 78 to 71. Idaho toppled Murray State 59 to 43. More in Sports Section B.
The Ellis YMCA announces its closure in August after more than 35 years serving residents. The report notes an additional layoff wave at Quaker Oats in Cedar Rapids, affecting about 100 workers.
Iowa report notes Hiawatha elementary pupils prefer the Dow Jones Big Board over Big Bird. Rita Huber, Linn County Democratic chair, plans a bid for county supervisor. Democrats drop tuition-freeze proposal to reduce the state budget.
Farm-Successful Farming highlights 168 farmers recognized for wildlife conservation efforts. Mild winter forecast may portend summer drought per National Weather Service report on Page 10B.
Linn and Johnson counties show a strong jump in January as contracts for new construction surge, signaling improved activity in the housing market. The report highlights the rising totals and the likely impact on local builders and suppliers.
The UNI Panthers are at a pivotal NCAA moment with a decisive day anticipated on Page 1B. A separate Page 1B note reports baseball owners preparing a new proposal to players that could end a four week lockout.
The Gazette continues its record of journalistic excellence as Iowa’s top newspaper of the year. This edition highlights historical coverage and community reporting that earned statewide recognition.
A lighthearted remark notes many TV shows and movies feel cheesy due to rats in Hollywood, framing a playful industry gripe with a wink.
Linn County District Court Judge Larry Conmey jailed Cedar Rapids store manager Bernard Cummings and supervisor Cyndi Spangelo for 48 hours and fined Danish Book World ten thousand dollars for direct willful contempt of court. Attorney Arthur Schwartz promised the store would stay closed. Conmey denied any delay for appeals.
A territorial legislature on Guam enacted the most restrictive abortion law in the United States, explicitly challenging the Roe v Wade constitutional right. The move surprised national groups, sparking warnings that territories can influence abortion policy.
Des Moines visitor Mike Lee cheered the first race as track crowds and wagering rose despite low attendance and competition from NCAA basketball, high school playoffs, and a snowstorm. Attendance reached 4,216, below last year’s 7,148, while betting topped $315,000 for the day, above projections.
Farmstead Foods Cedar Rapids plant payroll checks will not be issued at 7 a.m. today due to a pending company loan. Heller Financial Group continues negotiations to fund the payroll as the Cedar Rapids operation fights Chapter 11 bankruptcy filed with $26.2 million in unsecured debts.
A late winter storm hit western Iowa with up to nine inches of snow while eastern regions faced strong winds. Wind gusts reached 73 mph in Iowa City with warnings issued then expired. The storm caused minor damage and power outages and contributed to a day of extreme weather including a hangar collapse at Cedar Rapids Airport.
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