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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 2000
Page
4
Jerry Elsen is listed as Editor of Editorial Pages while Mark Bowden serves as Editorial Board Chairman and Managing Editor, indicating key leadership roles in the publication.
The Gazette editors argue Iowa remains a farm state yet urban readers face drought impacts differently. Cedar Rapids and Iowa City have added wells and can meet demand, while La Nina-linked weather pressures threaten subsoil moisture and farming, with urban water use largely unaffected.
Quick thinking neighbors in Houston saved a 4 year old boy after a caged tiger ripped off his arm above the elbow. Doctors reattached the limb and observers call it a miracle though experts note the incident shows exotic animals cannot be safe pets. The piece advocates stronger local and county rules on exotic and dangerous animals. A four foot caiman found near Des Moines underscores the call for regulation.
Ron Olson, president of the Cedar Rapids Community School District Board of Education, rebuts ALOT letters alleging mismanagement. He cites past voter-approved levies, space additions, and technology gains while urging public support for new funding to address aging facilities and repairs.
Letters to the Gazette argue that a Cedar Rapids rezoning near Otis Road SE favors wealthier homeowners behind a Home Depot over Cargill area residents. Writer cites Curt Hames and calls for addressing economically disadvantaged residents before finalizing decisions.
The Gazette states it does not vouch for letter accuracy nor judge opinions. It invites corrections or contradictions from readers and offers equal opportunity for publication of responses.
In a public dispute over House File 2530, critics challenge the spending and protections in a bill aiming to introduce customer choice in Iowa electricity. Proponents cite studies calling it a strong, consumer friendly restructuring plan with benefits like stable rates and reliability, while opponents warn against premature rate cuts and loopholes.
The Iowa State coach Larry Eustachy faced criticism after an on court outburst against a referee during a game with Michigan State. He defended his actions and declined to apologize, drawing attention to his high pay and role model status in Iowa.
The Gazette invites letters and guest columns on public matters. Submit your full name signature street address and daytime phone number. addresses are not published and letters are not printed anonymously. Limit is 300 words per writer every 30 days. column length about 700 words. contact The Gazette Box 511 Cedar Rapids IA 52406 or fax 319 398 5846 or email gazedit fyiowa com.
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