Iowa City's downtown faces crossroads as Amtrak route eyed
Tom Markus, city manager, and local leaders see downtown Iowa City at a crossroads influenced by Coral Ridge Mall’s rise and last year’s 21only law restricting under-21 nightlife. Beadology Iowa owner Karen Kubby notes the area’s changing flavor as plans for an Amtrak link from Iowa City to Chicago surface.
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Riverfront Crossings could reshape downtown Iowa City
City officials and developers study options for a new Riverfront Crossings tax district and redevelopment of the Riverfront Crossings neighborhood south of downtown Iowa City. Traffic through Clinton Street and Washington Street captures the intersection as plans move forward.
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Allies Strike Libya as Gadhafi Forces Face Upheaval
U S and European forces launched cruise missiles and airstrikes against Libyan targets in a broad international intervention backing rebels. Libyan state TV claimed 48 dead, though not independently verified. France and Britain conducted initial strikes in rebel-held areas as tensions rise over regional stability.
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Japan cites radiation in milk and spinach near plant
Officials said radiation in spinach and milk from farms near the wrecked Fukushima facility exceeded safety limits. Tiny readings of radioactive iodine were found in Tokyo tap water, though experts said no health risk. The Health Ministry issued the notice amid contamination concerns.
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In Fukushima Water Tests Warn of Radioactive Iodine
Residents in Fukushima Prefecture received readings of radioactive iodine slightly above safety limits in a Thursday water sample, prompting inquiries about potassium iodide pills. Later tests showed the level had fallen, and six workers were involved in the Japan report on page seven A.
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