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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Nov 14, 2005

Page

4

Cedar Rapids and Iowa City see spikes in spending and votes

Cedar Rapids draws shoppers and business from a three day state tournament with over two million dollars spent by attendees. Mayor elect Kay Halloran outlines a nine point plan for her first month in office. Iowa City voters set a record with 12 647 ballots cast, though turnout remains 28 percent.

Cedar Rapids Iowa Kay Halloran Halloran Iowa City

Iowa Children at Risk as Coverage Gaps Persist

State officials warn more than 30 000 Iowa children may lack medical and dental care as HawK I expands to 200 percent of poverty. Enrollment tops 20 000 while Medicaid serves 171 646, leaving many uninsured. Coralville clashes with Dubuque over The Environmental Project site moves. Cedar Rapids debated funding plans and hotel tax backing. TEPID INTEREST follows Cedar Rapids turnout of 30 percent amid 38 candidates.

Iowa Coralville Cedar Rapids Iowa Child

Action to save Iowa bottle bill and redemption centers

Readers urge support for Iowa bottle bill to raise redemption center viability and funding. They note centers declined from 400 to 125, argue the program self funded, and cite energy savings and job impact while calling readers to contact representatives.

Iowa

Debated penalties and deposit changes spark reader concerns

Letter writers critique proposed laws increasing penalties, extending DNR enforcement, and adding non deposit beverages to the bottle bill. They question sex offender housing rules, recall Innocent until proven guilty, and warn of consequences for families and taxpayers.

DNR Rosemarie Shepard Montezuma

What would Jesus do in hurricane aid debate

A Sunday gospel reading from Matthew 25 frames aid as a root obligation. The article notes Congress weighing hurricane relief, with the House and Senate considering a bill this week that would help victims but may have broader implications.

Jesus House Senate

Clergy Leaders Decry Cuts Hurting Food Stamp Aid

The Rev. Mel Schlachter and area pastors urge action against proposed federal cuts. They warn reduced child lunches and Medicaid would harm the poor and hurricane victims, urging readers to contact senators and representatives now.

The Durable Art of Keeping Friends Fresh

The author argues friendships require care and time like pets and weather life’s shifts. Regular contact, shared activities, and flexible expectations keep ties alive across distances and busy lives. Examples include Lizzie in Boston and a Baltimore move leading to new friend pairings that enhance both social circles.

Lizzie Boston Lizz

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