Cedar Rapids to advertise bids for 16th Street demolition
The Cedar Rapids City Council is set to approve bids for demolishing the structurally unsound 16th Street building. Across Iowa safety belt use has dropped since April, yet officials keep the new law mandating safety recess in effect. Cardinals fans cheered at Busch Stadium as St. Louis beat Minnesota 3-1 in Game 3 of the World Series.
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Chuckle on Education and Small Print
A witty quip notes education comes from reading the fine print while experience comes from ignoring it.
Iowa leaders reach $869 million income tax reform plan
After more than two months of talks legislative leaders agree among themselves on an $869 million reform package to streamline Iowa’s income tax system and lower rates. They plan telephone discussions and polling of lawmakers to gauge votes for a possible early next week special session.
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Iowa Income Tax Proposal At A Glance
The plan would cut the top rate from 13 percent to 9.9 percent and reduce Iowa's tax brackets from 13 to one, while preserving federal tax deduction eligibility. It allows two income couples to file separately and aligns Iowa's tax code with federal changes to fund further rate reductions. The proposal would apply for two years.
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Market recovers amid high volume after Monday plunge
Brokers report mixed Tuesday with blue chips rebounding while broader market stays weak. Dow Jones gains 102.27 to 1,841.01 as investors weigh Monday's record losses and expect stabilization in the near term.
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Air Force jet crashes into Ramada Inn near Indianapolis airport
An Air Force A7 Corsair lost power before landing and struck a bank building before crashing into the Ramada Inn Airport hotel at Indianapolis International Airport. The jet exploded, killing at least several people in the lobby and meeting rooms. Maj Bruce Teagarden ejected safely and was treated.
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Confidence Returns After Dow Drop
Two Cedar Rapids economists say investor confidence is recovering after Mondays 508 point Dow Jones drop. They credit Fed Chairman Greenspan and NYSE actions to stabilize markets and curb volatility, noting sharp one day rate declines and an aggressive short term stance.
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Wife found guilty in Cedar Rapids shooting case
Margaret West of Mount Vernon was found guilty of trying to kill Roger West by shooting him as he slept. The verdict came after a venue change to Scott County. sentencing set for November 20 in Linn County with a 5 to 25 year range and potential parole after 30 to 69 months.
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