Urban folklore claims HIV contagion from high school blood drive
A caller alleges Conant High School held a senior blood drive with 317 donors and 61 tests positive for HIV, then retracts after principal and district officials verify no cases. Reporter Mike Royko notes such rumors recur nationwide and warns of harm from unfounded claims.
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Cedar Rapids Gazette promotes recycling and prints with soybean ink
The Cedar Rapids Gazette announces eco friendly printing using soybean ink and recycled newsprint. Readers are urged to drop newspapers for recycling at City Carton, Econol foods, and Hy Vee locations in Marion and Cedar Rapids. Subscription and mailing rates are listed for weekly, monthly, and long term options.
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EPA Orders Recall of 83 000 Isuzu Spectrums and I M arks
The EPA ordered Isuzu to recall about 83,000 1988 I M ark and Spectrum models with 1.5 liter engines for exceeding the federal carbon monoxide limit. About 59,760 Spectrums were made for GM. The cause is overheating catalytic converters. Isuzu has 45 days to submit a fix plan.
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Correction on Coaching Hire by Anamosa Board
The Gazette corrects a Thursday report which stated John Davids from Central City was hired as head varsity basketball coach. he was actually hired as head varsity football coach. The newspaper notes it will address accuracy complaints and publish corrections in this space.
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Report Unsafe Product Hotline Guidance
U S Consumers can report unsafe consumer products by calling the toll free line 1 800 638 2772. A teletypewriter for hearing impaired users is available at 1 800 638 8270.
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City Calendar Highlights May 23 Across Anamosa and Cedar Rapids
A busy day of performing arts, outdoor recreation, culture and charity with events from Anamosa to Cedar Rapids. High school students perform Unspoken Violations at Starlighters Theatre. Old Creamery presents First Ladies of the Stage at Amana Visitors Center. outdoor swim and bike ride. multiple cultural festival groups. Samuel Morse Celebration at Ushers Ferry. Iowa Mennonite Relief Sale in Johnson County. comedy at Penguins Club. Spring Art Fest in McGregor. Luther College music showcase in Decorah. Welsh choir from Clwyd at Westminster Church. Cedar Rapids recycling truck event. CITYLINE Calendar listings and contact details.
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Old Creamery Theatre Company
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Center For Faith and Life
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Wales
Roadwork on Third Street SE forces weeklong closure
A Tuesday start blocks the 100 block of Third Street SE between First and Second Avenues for about one week. Northbound traffic must turn west on Second Avenue. one lane each way on Third Street will reopen after the week. Second Avenue Westbound lanes stay open. work ties to the 1993 Streetscape Project.
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