Royals step out in grieving show across Britain
Britain mourns Princess Diana as the royal family appears publicly at Balmoral and St James's Palace to comfort the nation. Queen Elizabeth II plans a national speech while Elton John prepares a revised Candle in the Wind for Westminster Abbey.
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Cedar Rapids schools reject city busing bid
The Cedar Rapids school district declines Five Seasons Transportation bid to bus 130 eligible students citing unchanged fixed costs. Five Seasons hopes to prove the plan can work and save money while ensuring student safety. City software may analyze routes to optimize future options.
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One that didn’t get away and a big bass photo
The Gazette outdoor editor shares a time ly photograph of a large small mouth bass after an epic struggle. Details in Ramblin on 1B. Hog facility doubts linger as 50 residents voice concerns in Stone City. Kernels fall 6-5 on a ninth inning double play after bases loaded threat. Kennedy defeats Regis 36-21 and Cougars open with 560 yards offense. Details on 1B and 1C.
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Waukon Man Seeks Answers in Des Moines Murder
D.M. murder hits close to home for Waukon barber Ken Krambeer as he follows the Des Moines killing of Julie Bell Davis. He hopes detectives and Polk County Attorney John Sarcone solve both his sister Lana Anderson’s six year old beating death and the Marion case, speaking calls of support to officers while stressing the need for justice. Davis, 33, mother of two, worked in Des Moines and Cedar Rapids, and her husband Frank Davis is a Cedar Rapids firefighter.
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Special session eyed to recover Medicaid tobacco costs
Iowa lawmakers plan a meeting with Gov. Branstad and A G Miller to review a possible special session to authorize direct recovery of Medicaid costs from tobacco illnesses. A Polk County judge ruled Iowa cannot yet seek tax money repayment for smoking related illnesses.
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Kinnick Stadium to double gate security this season
The University of Iowa will increase gate security at Kinnick Stadium from 30 to 68 officers per game starting Saturday. Officials say the move aims to keep items from reaching the field and to enforce gate controls, while downtown patrols will heighten after games. The university also allows beer and wine in parking lots this fall after an earlier pregame ban.
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Traffic Tips for Iowa City Game Day
Hawkeye and Panther fans should expect traffic delays around Iowa City due to road work on I 80 and Dubuque Street near Mayflower Residence Hall. Melrose Avenue will reopen for campus access as the game begins. Police urge sobriety with ejections for alcohol and intoxication as officials seek to curb post game disturbances.
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