Linn County Gambling Bet Sparking Public Debate
Grace Entertainment executives outlined a plan for a Cedar Rapids riverboat casino to generate 6.5 percent of adjusted gross revenue for local government and non profits, based on a Missouri operator's pledge in Waterloo and Black Hawk County. The Newport report notes the projected $101.5 million yearly payout after winnings.
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Democrats Spend $6 Million On TV Ads In Campaign Push
Four Democratic presidential hopefuls have spent nearly 6 million dollars on television commercials ahead of the first voting in three months. Focused mainly on Iowa and New Hampshire, the ads are meant to introduce candidates, spotlight agendas, and sharpen contrasts with rivals.
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History Center in Cedar Rapids faces mortgage foreclosure
The History Center in Cedar Rapids remains open as banks pursue foreclosure on its 1.4 million mortgage. Officials say a court action next week could grant summary judgment, after which the center would have a year to redeem, with a sheriff’s sale possible six to eight weeks later.
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Truth Hurts Take Control of Life
A compact column urges readers to face personal fears and ask hard questions of themselves. The piece emphasizes self honesty, accountability, and proactive change to reshape one’s path and mindset.
Tomorrow’s Look Inside Big Football Piles on GameDay
Report explores the chaotic scene as large players converge in practice and game prep. Details focus on maneuvering under bodies, coaching signals, and the pace of scrums that test balance and strength.
U N Security Council Backs Iraq Aid Pact Despite Splits
The Security Council unanimously approved a resolution to attract more troops and aid for stabilizing Iraq. France, Russia, Germany and China shifted to support the US led plan, yet several delegates cautioned it is not the final word and power handover remains debated.
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United Nations to authorize multinational force led by United States
Resolution authorizes a multinational force under unified command led by the United States and calls for troop contributions and substantial pledges from the 191 UN member states at the Madrid donors conference on Oct 23-24. It seeks deeper UN involvement in Iraq without ceding major U.S. control and strengthens the Iraqi Governing Council to propose a timetable for a constitution and elections by Dec 15.
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Nations back UN role but many refuse troops or funds
The group reversed positions to back the U.S. resolution while France, China, Russia and Germany declined to provide troops or money. Pakistan also refused troop supplies. They agreed to broaden UN activities and set a clear end to the multinational force after a new government is elected.
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Regents back 8.3 percent tuition rise for Iowa universities
The Iowa Board of Regents approves an 8.3 percent base tuition increase for the state’s three public universities for the next academic year amid prior funding cuts. President David Shorton notes state reductions cost the system about 97.3 million dollars as final approval looms next month.
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Regents Near Final Nod on Tuition Hike
The regents are expected to grant final approval to an 8.3 percent tuition increase in November as state universities face 14.8 million dollars in new budget cuts. Skorton and ISU UNI leaders advocate the hike while warning of potential reversions and unstable state funding.
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