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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 2000
Page
4
Joe Hladky serves as President and Publisher, Dale Larson as Vice President, New and Magazine Publishing, Jerry Elsen as Editor of Editorial Pages, with Editorial Board Chairman Mark Bowden and Managing Editor as roles in the newsroom leadership team.
Iowa lawmakers discuss a proposed 300000 cap on coaches at the three state universities. The piece argues the plan misreads funding sources and highlights Larry Eustachy's 900000 contract as mostly private outside income routed through the ISU Foundation, not taxpayer funds.
Jack Bray of Cedar River Paper lauds House File 2530 the Iowa Electric Choice and Competition Act arguing it creates a competitive marketplace for electricity with lower prices better service and a wide range of options. The bill also strengthens consumer protections expands reliability oversight and promotes renewable energy with up to 750 million for efficiency and renewables.
Erin Herring of Independence argues gambling harms individuals and families while critics say lotteries claim to help Iowa. She cites Mayo Clinic figures on $500 billion yearly spending and notes rising calls to 1 800 BETS OFF as gambling risks grow.
The text reviews common English usage errors including plural of mores, misuse of undergoing vs undertaking, false fleeing descriptions, load unload ship phrasing, contraction versus possessive, and a misprinted occupation noting. It emphasizes precise wording and context for clear reporting.
The article argues the 18.4 cent federal gas tax is a user fee funding highway and bridge work. It warns repeal would raise congestion and pollution, reduce safety, and cost Iowa billions by 2003 while denying funds for infrastructure and maintenance.
The Gazette invites reader letters up to 300 words. Include your name street address and daytime phone number to verify authorship. Only your name and hometown will appear with the letter. provide your full contact information at the Cedar Rapids address Box 511 Iowa 52406 or via FAX and email for confirmation.
The writer recalls Babe Ruth to mock a proposed cap on athletic coach salaries at state universities. Citing ISU basketball coach Larry Eustachy’s pay, the piece parallels historic salary figures and notes the coach’s earnings relative to state leaders, ending with a quip about having a better year.
Six middle schools Wilson Taft Roosevelt McKinley Harding and Franklin joined at Washington High School on March 13 to raise funds for the Boys and Girls Club of Cedar Rapids. The event highlighted mutual support with standing ovations and praise across schools, honoring sixth through eighth graders for their outstanding work and generosity.
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