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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 04, 2009
Page
1
In Cedar Rapids Capt. Edward Winter recalls reporting to Dachau after Europe’s war end. He describes the emaciated inmates, the overwhelming overcrowding, and his duty to relocate and care for nearly a thousand prisoners while aiding their medical treatment.
A World War II veteran finally receives his Purple Heart, marking a long awaited recognition of his service. The ceremony honors his sacrifice and brings closure after years of waiting.
Cedar Rapids plans red light cameras at 10 high risk intersections by July 1 with speed cameras planned near the 5 in 1 Bridge. Police Chief Greg Graham says the primary goal is safety, noting potential revenue as a byproduct, and cites significant crash totals and a rough January week.
EPA weighs greenhouse gas standards for ethanol amid Obama administration push on climate change. Environmental groups urge fuller accounting of indirect land use impacts like deforestation and global warming, beyond direct emissions from ethanol and its production.
Up to 10 Cedar Rapids intersections will be monitored by red light cameras by July 1 with no taxpayer cost unless lights run red. Violations are civil tickets sent to the registered owner, not the driver, and fines equal to or less than a $96 officer ticket. Revenue goes to the department, not the city general fund. vendor shares yet undecided.
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