Shearer defends Job Service amid probe and rumors
The Iowa Job Service chief responds to accusations levelled by a Branstad aide and others. Shearer details hiring decisions at the Iowa Refugee Center and the Public Employees Retirement System, deflects charges of favoritism, and emphasizes leadership changes during the recession while reaffirming commitment to public service.
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Spooked elephant disrupts Opera Omaha performance
Toto the elephant bolted into the audience during Verdi's Aida at Ak-Sar-Ben Coliseum, upstaging performers but causing no injuries. A leopard atop Toto fell after a headphone wire dislodged it. Toto was escorted off stage as the 7,000-strong crowd watched the second performance planned for tonight.
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Davenport to Build $1.8 Million Water Park
Developer Craig Murguia announced late Friday that construction will start soon on a 1.8 million dollar water park in north Davenport. The 30 acre site near Highway 130 and Interstate 80 will open Memorial Day weekend and feature four water slides a five acre lake a miniature golf course a go cart track a bumper boat pond a game room and a souvenir shop.
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The Gazette Details Publishing and Subscription Rates
The Gazette established in 1883 at Cedar Rapids Iowa lists daily and Sunday publication go to 500 Third Avenue SE. Subscription options include Carrier 2.25 per week and mail Morning Editions with 7 issues at 10.40 for 4 weeks 110.00 for 52 weeks. Foreign rates: 140.00 for 52 weeks. AP holds exclusive republication rights for local news and dispatches.
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