Adolescents in Linn County Report Sex Trends
A Linn County survey released Tuesday shows sexual activity among students in grades 7 through 12 is nearly the same as three years ago though they are beginning sexual activity at younger ages. Details appear on page 1B.
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Sagging car sales hit Iowa road fund
The drop in new car sales reduces sales tax revenue for Iowa's road fund used to build and maintain roads. Details on page 4B.
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Superman No 75 swan song to flood stores Thursday
About 3 million copies of DC Comics Superman No 75 will hit shelves Thursday in a record push. Independent retailers report strong demand with staggered arrival times from early afternoon to Friday.
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Today’s Chuckle Etiquette Learn to yawn with mouth closed
A lighthearted note on manners prompts readers to practice yawning with a closed mouth. The gag suggests courtesy in social spaces and offers a playful take on everyday etiquette.
Tomorrow Baggy Sweat Shirts Spark Teen Wardrobe Trend
Teenagers embrace oversized bright sweat shirts once worn by athletes. The trend shifts from drab gray to colorful varieties, becoming a staple in youth fashion as highlighted by Youth Plus in Thursday's Gazette.
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Clinton seeks Bush candid talk on world issues in Washington
President elect Clinton said he will seek Bush's candid assessment on key world issues during a first post election trip to Washington. He also plans a stop in an inner city redevelopment area near Howard University while expanding his transition team with Dick Riley to hire top aides.
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City Council split may doom $12 million One Eleven project
Attorney Alfred Willett argues the 3-2 council vote approving the One Eleven Cottage Grove condo plan fails under state law requiring a 3/4 majority when 20 percent neighborhood opposition exists. City officials weigh whether the site plan needs a super majority, potentially undermining architect Leo Peiffer’s 2.9 acre Brucemore-adjacent project. Willett plans to address the council at 9 a.m. today to seek a corrective vote.
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Bever Avenue road plan passes amid opposition and threats
The Linn County Regional Planning Commission approved the eastward Bever Avenue extension linking Bever Avenue and Cottage Grove Parkway by an 11 to 7 vote despite strong public opposition. Opponents warned of political payback at elections as three elected officials supported the plan. The $2.6 million two lane project includes a bridge over Indian Creek and the Sax and Fox Nature Trail, with over $1 million funded by taxpayers and most work to occur as development proceeds.
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Type A personalities linked to low good cholesterol risk
A study presented by Dr JoAnn Manson suggests Type A individuals have substantially lower HDL or good cholesterol, potentially explaining their higher heart attack risk compared with Type B personalities. Experts caution the link is not prove.
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