Hamilton and Kaplan merge in Iowa and Nebraska
Hamilton College and Kaplan University announce a two year planned merger. All Hamilton locations become Kaplan University under Kaplan Inc. The Cedar Rapids campus notes a broader course range and growth, with 3,700 Hamilton students joining about 4,800 Kaplan students overall.
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Iowa and Illinois Lotteries Draw Summary
The Oct 30 drawing lists Iowa Lottery numbers for $100,000 Cash Game and Pick 3 and Pick 4 results for Midday and Evening sessions. Illinois Lotto pulls Little Lotto numbers. Mega Ball and Jackpot figures are shown, with a $63 million jackpot noted.
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Explosive chemistry draws Cornell crowd
Mount Vernon Cornell College hosted a chemistry club demonstration that used reactions to explode pumpkins, make slime, and freeze beer, drawing the largest crowd yet. Senior Teresa Beary of the Student Affiliates of the American Chemical Society said explosions drew many onlookers and aimed to dispel chemistry myths.
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Online demonstration draws students and viewers
Students gathered to view a demonstration at Gazet te Online. They combined hydrogen peroxide with calcium carbide to produce gas and oxygen before igniting it two minutes later. Jackson Bros. 5 from Mount Vernon enjoyed making rheope x ic slime with glue borax and water.
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Lisbon City Council approves settlement with city administrator
The Lisbon City Council, in a closed session, approved a settlement with City Administrator Sandie Deahl over a civil rights complaint filed in August. Deahl’s resignation was also approved, effective 4:30 p.m. today, by a 4-1 and then 5-0 vote.
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West Union Police Chief Ed Adams resigns
West Union Police Chief Ed Adams resigned after a special City Council session to discuss employment status. The council unanimously accepted the resignation effective immediately, leaving the city with a single police officer. Adams has led the force since December 17, 2001.
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West Delaware voters approve 5.8 million bond issue
West Delaware district residents back a 5.8 million bond 73 to 27 to fund building projects and reduce interest costs. Superintendent Hilbert says funds from local option taxes will cover principal and interest without raising property taxes.
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Tip Line Reminder for Gazette Readers
The Gazette urges readers to contact the news tip line with possible tips in Cedar Rapids Iowa City or nationwide at the numbers 319 398 8254 319 339 3155 and 1 800 397 8212 for confidential reporting.
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