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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 26, 2001
Page
4
The Gazette presents its leadership lineup with Mark Bowden as Executive Editor and Jerry Elsen guiding Editorial Pages. Dave Storey chairs the Editorial Board while Scott Swenson oversees Advertising and Peg Schmitz runs Print Operations.
GAO found the accusations of staffers destroying property at the White House and Old Executive Office Building were unfounded or minor pranks. The report shows no record of damage and no basis for a full investigation, despite earlier sensational coverage and partisan commentary.
The essay argues that keeping gasoline cheap harms the U.S. economy, trade balance, and environment. It claims higher taxes on fuel could reduce OPEC influence, lower deficits, spur cleaner air, and push innovation toward efficient, alternative fuels and technology. The piece criticizes U S car makers for prioritizing gas guzzlers over efficiency.
Liz Selk, director of the Heritage Agency on Aging, urges embracing longer lifespans and staying active. She highlights myths about frailty fading, notes seniors in their 70s to 100s pursuing learning and new careers, and cites Kirkwood Community College and shifting retirement perspectives.
Cedar Rapids reader Stephen Brubaker criticizes Gov. Vilsack for signing an ethanol measure that gives gas dealers a 2 cent credit for ethanol heavy sales. He argues higher gas taxes will fund highway money shortfalls and questions impacts on unleaded supply and corn prices.
The Gazette invites letters and guest columns but notes not all can be printed. Submissions must include writer’s full name, signature, full street address and daytime phone number. addresses are not published and anonymous letters are not accepted. Limit about 300 words per letter. one letter per writer per 30 days.
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources supports preserving nature by guiding hunters to outdoor appreciation. It argues hunting fosters respect for wildlife and natural heritage, helping youths learn patience and responsible stewardship for future generations.
Holli Fitzgerald argues Belle Plaine should not single out pit bulls for bans. She cites at-large and dangerous animal rules, notes cats killed by dogs in the past, and urges bias-free laws shaped with humane groups to target owners and risky animals rather than breeds.
The Gazette states it does not vouch for letter accuracy or judge opinions. It invites readers to submit letters and notes that corrections or contradictions may be published in due course.
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