Free speech versus fair trial in Agriprocessors case
The Gazette weighs juror protection from publicity as U S District Judge Linda Reade moved the trial from Cedar Rapids to Sioux Falls. It notes pretrial ads, juror instructions, and a 2004 study finding no clear link between publicity and verdicts, arguing for a balance between free speech and fair process.
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U.S
Linda Reade
Agriprocessors
Reade
Cedar Rapids
Sioux Falls
S.D
Oregon State University
California State University
Free Press
Virginia race shifts focus to women’s issues clash
Kathleen Parker critiques the Virginia gubernatorial contest between Creigh Deeds and Robert McDonnell. She notes Deeds’ ads fixate on McDonnell’s past dissertation and pro life stance, while polls show McDonnell leading among likely voters. She argues women’s concerns extend beyond abortion to economy and jobs, urging a broader view of “women’s issues.”
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Irginia
Creigh Deeds
Robert McDonnell
McDonnell
Deeds
Iraq
Afghanistan
The
Post
Advan
Virginia
Obama
Lifetime Networks
Democratic Party
GOP
I Love You You're Perfect Now Change at Kennedy High
A Kennedy High School production of I Love You You're Perfect Now Change delivered a wholesome night of entertainment. The performance contrasted with sports and professional acts and showcased polite, well-behaved students under the direction of their teacher.
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Kennedy High School
Kennedy
Percent for art could shape Cedar Rapids future
Kate Hawkins argues for a percent for art ordinance in Cedar Rapids to enrich city design after the flood. She notes other cities use funds on in-building art, landscaping, and sculpture to attract business and residents and urges readers to contact city council members.
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Albuquerque
New Haven
Portland
New York City
Cedar Rapids
Kate Hawkins
Tax credit needed for opportunities La Fona Orr
The Iowa Film and Television Tax Credit enacted in 2007 energizes Iowa artists and technicians by enabling them to stay and work in the state. It supports painters, cartoonists, designers, musicians, writers, editors, dancers, and many others, potentially establishing a thriving arts industry with thousands of jobs for Towans.
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Iowa
Tam
Patrick Hazell
Jowa
Washington, Iowa
Jury questions rise over justified actions in assault case
Mary McCann of North Liberty questions a jury's finding that Burkart's actions were justified in the June 13 assault tied to Harry Rayton IV and an attempted murder case. She notes the defendant kicked and punched a man while he lay injured and argues for accountability. She also references Nobel Peace Prize discourse and Obama’s global impact.
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Harry Rayton IV
Rayton
Adam Burkart
Burkhart
God
Obama
Mary McCann
North Liberty
Sutliff Bridge public forum set for Monday in Iowa City
A public forum on the Sutliff Bridge status will convene at 6 p.m. Monday in the Health and Human Services Building at 855 S Dubuque St Iowa City room 203B and 203C. Community members urged to attend and hear updates from local officials.
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Sutliff Bridge
Health and Human Services Building
Dubuque St
Iowa City
Sutliff Bridge forum urges rebuild and funding
Johnson County Supervisors host a public forum on the Sutliff Bridge flood damage. VJ Engineering and the State Historic Preservation Office attend with options to replace, cable stay, or tear down. FEMA has earmarked 1.4 million with total rebuild near 1.7 million and 300000 in additional costs.
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Johnson County Board of Supervisors
Sutliff
VJ Engineering
State Historic Preservation Office
Federal Emergency Management Agency
FEMA
Vd Engineering
Historic Preservation Office
Sutliff Bridge Authority
SBA
Friends of
Paramount Theatre
Legion
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Barack Obama
Sutliff Forum
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Jack Moel
Johnson County
Sutliff Bridge Authority Board of Directors
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