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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1979
Page
24
Dave Vance displays the trophy for rolling a high scratch game of 276 in Cedar Rapids Men's Bowling Tournament. The event highlighted strong performances by local bowlers at the Cedar Rapids venue.
Fred Horn plans to skip regular Hawkeye Downs races due to full work schedule. He says his Camaro isn’t ready and he must prioritize his growing engine shop. Horn still targets specials including the Miller 100 and a NDRA event in the south, weather permitting.
Linn-Mar District emerges strong with multiple event leads in 2A and 3A state hopes. Jefferson and Oelwein posted top district times in relays while Linn-Mar powers key distances and sprints. Wilkinson notes Linn-Mar performance boosts at state qualifiers and contends relay wins crucial for top team honors.
Men and women of all ages can join the Cedar Rapids 100-mile club this summer to earn a T-shirt and a certificate while staying in shape. Sign-ups begin May 17 at the CR Recreation Center, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays. Report progress every two weeks. no time limit. $5 fee. Contact Dan Roddewig at the CR Recreation Commission, 2000 Mount Vernon Rd. SE, 398-5065.
John Castino of the Minnesota Twins was a standout basketball player at New Trier East High School, leading the team to a second place finish in the 1973 Illinois state tournament.
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