Persian Gulf War Vets Face Adrenaline and Uncertainty
The Gazette profiles veterans Jos Helle and Chuck Geertz awaiting duties in Desert Storm. Helle recalls a steak dinner as a clue something was starting as a cable news channel covers Gulf War preparations. Geertz reflects on the mix of excitement and tension felt by those serving with the 1st Infantry Division during early 1991.
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Hiawatha Vet Holds Gulf War Photo Amid Kuwait Fires
Joe Helle of Hiawatha displays a photo from his Persian Gulf War service as oil wells burn in Kuwait in the background. The image highlights the war's现场 impact and veteran perspectives.
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Hiawatha
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Trolley link and Midtown housing eyed for Cedar Rapids
Vandewalle and Associates proposes a Cedar Rapids downtown plan with a Town City trolley to Iowa City and the Amana region, a new Midtown housing district west of Jib Street, and no one way streets. The Renaissance Group will study the plan and report to council, with input from city staff and leaders.
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Melissa Huggins
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Tows City
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Coumell
Huggins
Iowa City
Amanas
Rapids
Crisis escalates as world powers react to Iraq war threats
Saddam warns commanders to prepare for battle while Chirac says Bush plan weakens disarmament prospects. Blair wins Commons backing for force, Powell cites 30 nations’ support levels. Allies ready for invasion as Turkey seeks airspace rights and U N inspectors depart. Iraqi Kurds relocate to mountains amid tense standoffs.
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War tensions rise as Saddam mocks surrender call
Saddam Hussein, in military dress on TV, mocked the U S ultimatum to surrender. The Bush administration touted support from 30 nations for a coalition to disarm Iraq as U S forces prepare to invade. Baghdad public and government demonstrations show defiance amid a massive deployment of more than 256000 troops around Iraq. Capt. Thomas Parker on USS Kitty Hawk noted heavy munitions readiness as the countdown to potential invasion tightens.
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Coralville weighs rules to curb street begging
Coralville officials study a potential ordinance limiting beggars at street corners amid rising resident complaints and police concerns. City Administrator Kelly Hayworth says the direction is not clear and the issue is complex, noting no current ordinances apply to individuals begging on public spaces.
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Lowe Wrestler Jessman Smith Nears NCAA Tournament
Jessman Smith of Lowe University expresses motivation and excitement as the NCAA tournament approaches, aiming for strong results and team success.
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