Iowa bypass sparks Cedar Rapids Marion dispute over route
The Iowa Department of Transportation plans to link a Marion bypass south fork into Cedar Rapids First Avenue drawing Cedar Rapids residents ire and Marion officials pushing a south-of-Marion route to Collins Road. Cedar Rapids urges reexamination as hearings approach in nine to 12 months.
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FTC Used Car Warning Regulation Faces Skepticism
Critics say a federal rule requiring dealers to disclose major defects in used cars is costly and duplicative of state protections. They favor independent inspections and caveat emptor while noting improvements in local policing and odometer laws.
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Teens birth control debate letters raise concerns in The Gazette
Letters oppose teen sexual activity and contraceptive access, urging parental permission for adolescents to obtain birth control. One writer cites adoption experiences and moral consequences, while band trip chaperones praise Jefferson Band and director Mr. Dickinson.
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Man seeks aid to buy lawn and garden equipment in Iowa
In a letter to the editor a veteran recounts past hardship and poverty while asking for one dollar donations to obtain a tractor or tiller. He cites tax cuts, disability, and isolation, pledging to work in lawn and garden services if funded. He says he will not accept welfare or unemployment aid.
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Arkansas Creation Act Battle Reaches Federal Court
At the 8th District Federal Courthouse in Little Rock a landmark trial over Act 590 of 1981 tested whether Arkansas public schools may teach balanced treatment of creation science along with evolution. Judge William R. Overton ruled the act unconstitutional, deeming creation science religious rather than scientific and thus violating church state separation.
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Gazette Letter Guidelines Emphasize Submissions Rules
The Gazette invites readers to send letters up to 400 words and to include the writer's name street address and signature. A non published telephone number is required for authentication. Letters should address issues and events rather than personalities. One letter per writer every 30 days and no verse.
Economic priorities and the Reagan dilemma
Paul A. Smith argues that American economic health hinges on shared priorities Balancing practicality justice and resource use is essential He critiques Reagan for inflationary military spending and questions whether his leadership serves the nation The piece urges readers to form wiser consensus on what matters most and to consider education and resource stewardship as paths to long term stability
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