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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 16, 2000
Page
1
Ben Leu sold his 1985 red and black Air Jordan sneakers online and the pair now features in an 80s exhibit. The item highlights a personal sale and a museum display of vintage footwear.
Missionaries to the Preborn plan stops in Iowa to oppose abortion. Counterprotesters announce planned pickets. The protest event highlights include out-of-state activists organizing demonstrations near local clinics and counter demonstrations by opposing groups.
Gazette columnist Mike Hias defends the Indiana basketball coach amid recent chaotic on-court behavior including screaming, kicking, throwing and cussing during a game. Details of the incident and public reaction cited.
The Peace Officers Memorial Day service comforted surviving relatives by affirming that slain officers are not forgotten. The note appears on Page 1B with further details.
The polypropylene manufacturer adds two production lines and hires 12 employees, signaling expansion. Details filed under 7B.
Catherine Quehl-Engel, 33, of Mount Vernon, serves as Cornell College chaplain and connects with students disenchanted by traditional religion. Neighbors in Wednesday's Gazette report her approach as she blends college life with spiritual guidance.
Final figures show Cedar Rapids collected 4,042 tons of garbage April 24 28 up from 2 975 tons last year a 35 percent increase. City officials note thousands of appliances were picked up with help from Streets Riverfront Traffic Engineering and Solid Waste staff and plan possible restrictions next year to curb abuses and costs.
Cedar Rapids officials consider a development suspension for privately owned land near Cedar Lake Park at H Avenue and Shaver Road NE to align with the Cedar Lake Master Plan. Owner Rick Stickle of Stickle Enterprises questions council motives as discussions proceed at an 8:30 a.m. meeting.
The USDA reports a surge in processed meat recalls due to intensified testing for listeria monocyto genes and a policy urging delay of shipment until test results are known. Through Oct 1 to fiscal 2000, 23 recalls target hot dogs deli meats and contaminated products, with industry groups urging caution. officials stress the rise reflects detection, not necessarily higher prevalence.
Washington authorities warn that new medications and busy clinicians create patient hazards. FDA records show four drugs killed dozens after warnings were ignored, with a fifth slated to exit this summer. A labeling overhaul aims to present risks clearly for clinicians making quick prescribing calls.
Corrections Counselor Jeff Fliehler along with Officer Denny Fear and Activity Director Phil Kauder carry the Special Olympics torch through Cedar Rapids en route from Anamosa. The group delivers the torch across the state for Thursday night opening ceremonies in Ames.
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