Cedar Rapids Soldier Dies After Iraqi Helicopter Attack
Sgt. Paul Fisher a 39 year old Cedar Rapids electrician died in Germany from injuries after a CH 47 helicopter was shot down in central Iraq. Fisher, praised as a hard worker with humor, served as flight engineer on the downed craft. He had been on active duty since February 3 and had worked at ESCO Electric in Marion contracted to General Mills in Cedar Rapids.
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Soldiers and Polish officer die in Iraq disturbance
Inside Two American soldiers and a Polish officer killed in Iraq as three Iowa National Guard units were put on alert. Fisher's co workers mourn his death after expecting his return. he suffered multiple injuries initially attributed to IRAQ.
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Iowa Child rain forest aid sparks energy bill clashes
A proposal for 70 million dollars in federal aid for an indoor rain forest in Coralville draws criticism as pork by the House speaker, while Sen. Grassley and Rep. Leach defend it as environmental balance amid talks on a large energy bill. Negotiations continue with a goal to pass before Thanksgiving.
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U.S. Mint to Issue Two Nickels With New Back Designs
The spring 2004 nickel will celebrate the Louisiana Purchase and the fall 2004 issue will honor Lewis and Clark. Details on page 2A.
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Avenue of the Saints highway project faces higher costs and delays
The four lane link from St Paul to St Louis costs rise to 523 million with 64 million more planned to 2005. Iowa completion now two years away and Missouri five or more. DOT adds delays as design and inflation push out the project opening next Friday between Plainfield and Nashua.
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RiverRun2 focuses on a $15 million family community center
River Run pivots from an eight million dollar white water kayak course to a $15 million family community center in Cedar Rapids. The plan omits a local option sales tax and adds a farmers market outdoor layout, Witwer Senior Center, a community kitchen, and retail space. A seven figure private donation is anticipated.
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