Puppy showers reflect changing family patterns in Vermont
In a Vermont restaurant, eight single friends host a puppy shower for a dog owned by one, revealing how women turn to pets for affection and purpose when long-term partners or children are elusive. The narrator, now a dog owner, notes the culture of caregiving and companionship shifting in contemporary times.
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Dan
Maria
Workers face higher costs as employer health premiums rise
Premiums for employer sponsored plans climbed 11 percent from spring 2000 to spring 2001, reaching 2650 dollars for single coverage and 7053 dollars for family coverage. Employers anticipate shifting more costs to employees, with 44 percent of firms likely to raise premiums next year. Average worker payments are 30 dollars monthly for single coverage and 150 dollars for family coverage.
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Firms assess likelihood of higher employee health costs next year
Firms report the probability of rising employee health insurance costs for the coming year. Executives cite anticipated rate increases and potential impact on payroll budgets, with watchful attention to insurer proposals and plan design changes.
Cedar Rapids Council Votes on Pay Increases
The Cedar Rapids City Council approved pay increases in a Wednesday night session, correcting an earlier date error in some Gazette editions. The Gazette invites reader feedback on accuracy and clarity and provides contact numbers for corrections.
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Cedar Rapids
The
Gazette
Bush abandons Microsoft breakup in shift on antitrust case
The Bush administration dropped the push to break up Microsoft and urged review of Windows XP to ensure future no monopoly. DOJ dropped tying charges while seeking penalties to curb anti competitive practices. Microsoft welcomed the move as investors worried XP timing.
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Vivek Varma
The Gazette Champions Soybean Ink and Recycling Drive
The Gazette promotes future agriculture by printing with soybean ink and on recycled newsprint. It urges readers to recycle newspapers at City Carton on Sixth St. SW or at nearby recycling locations.
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