Iowa Museum Marks 150 Years With Rare Sloth Exhibit
The University of Iowa Museum of Natural History observes its 150th anniversary and highlights a 100000-item collection built by US faculty and students. A standout is a giant sloth display from a Shenandoah excavation, underscoring its teaching and research mission.
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Cedar Rapids sees 19th officer assaulted this year
Tracy Schmidt, the 19th Cedar Rapids police officer assaulted this year, suffered minor injuries after being pushed during a group fight on the near southeast side. The city faces rising spring violence as investigators seek to curb crime upticks.
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Taxpayers Money for Jobs at Chrysler Debated
Reader questions use of taxpayer funds to assist Chrysler in bankruptcy while cars may be built in Mexico. They oppose up to 8 billion in aid and favor keeping jobs in the U S. They note a tax credit for new homes and seek alternative ways to create jobs amid unsold homes.
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Hawkeye Community College to Lay Off 43 Faculty Members
Indra Mukhopadhyay protests Hawkeye Community College plans to terminate 43 teachers including 10 full-time faculty. The letter argues layoffs harm student learning, hurts Iowa’s education reputation, and suggests using adjuncts risks lowering instructional quality amid federal stimulus pressures.
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Who will emerge as the hero for Republican Party
The author argues conservatives must debate ideas within the GOP while acknowledging that electability and persuasive leadership shape success. He critiques current GOP dynamics, cites past figures, and notes the need for a strong, appealing vessel to implement conservative policies. Contact: jonahNRO gmail.com
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Gazette Editorial Board Contact Details
The Gazette lists its independent paper lineage since 1883 with staff including Publisher Dave Storey Editor Lyle Muller Opinion Page Editor Jeff Tecklenburg Information Content Conductor Steve Buttry Columnists Jennifer Hemmingsen Beth DeBoom Editorial Writer Chuck Peters President/CEO Gazette Communications Joe Hladky Chairman and contact for opinion pages is Jeff Tecklenburg at 319 398 8262 or jeff.tecklenburg amm .com
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Celebrate without alcohol A teen focused column on graduation parties
Guest column argues against serving alcohol at high school graduation and prom events. It cites risks to underage drinkers, legal liability for adults, safety concerns, and the value of teaching responsibility. Liddy Hora of the Drug Free Alliance in Fort Dodge is noted as author.
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