Cedar Rapids weighs extreme visions for riverfront redevelopment
Cedar Rapids drafts an 80 member Vision Committee plan to redevelop 300 acres south of downtown New uses include urban recreation with a white water course and rock climbing plus a year round market near Third Street and 14th Avenue SE The plan stresses private investment and existing assets while acknowledging it is not a done deal and invites public reaction The effort aims to rejuvenate former industrial sites along the river and enhance the St Wenceslaus Church sight lines with a mix of housing offices and green space
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Cedar Rapids
Sarah Else
Vision
Iowa
Wausau
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St. Wenceslaus Square
SmithGroup Jjr
Madison
Rowling Delays Potter Fifth Book Amid Writer's Block
British author J K Rowling slows progress on the Harry Potter fifth volume after four books in four years. She says the project is more involved than expected and July 2002 publication shifts back a year, as fans await a strong follow up.
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Aving
J.K. Rowling
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Is organic farming harming children or helping health
Dennis T. Avery argues against Rafael Raffi and organic methods, contending food borne bacteria from manure and irradiation solutions pose greater risks than pesticide residues. He asserts irradiation could reduce illness, while praising fruits and vegetables for cancer protection and criticizing organic farming practices.
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Michael Doyle
Center For Food Safety
University of Georgia
U.S
America
Raffi
Canadian Cancer Society
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
North America
Growing demand for organic foods drives American shift
Ten million households and about 30 million people buy organic foods regularly, with a 24 percent annual growth, propelling a $10 billion industry toward dominance by 2020. The piece cites health, labeling, and environmental concerns, plus humane farming and nutritional benefits as key drivers. Ronnie Cummins, Organic Consumers Association director, comments from Little Marais, Minnesota.
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Ittle Marais
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