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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1996
Page
6
Alan L. Light of Iowa City argues that conservatives overuse the term family as a political weapon. Gays are not destroying families. society must address real issues like divorce, teen pregnancy, abuse, and disease without blaming LGBTQ+ people.
Julanne Sawyers urges Cedar Rapids residents to vote yes on the instructional support levy on September 10 to sustain high quality education and the school system's future. She frames the family school relationship as central to children's intellectual and emotional development and community commitment.
An Aug 10 report notes a new first of its kind ADHD clinic, but a reader cites multiple established options. The Child Guidance Center at Mercy Medical Center led by Dr. Walter Block now overseen by Dr. Mary Evanson offers evaluation and counseling. Dr. Kathleen Opdebeeck treats children at St. Luke's and via Grant Wood Area Education Agency. Dr. Pat McGuire provides evaluation and treatment. Dr. Kirstin Brunner and Cedar Centre psychiatrists also offer care. Many accept Medicaid. Rosemary Berckes Cedar Rapids.
Carol Wolf and Barbara Rosenberg of Cedar Rapids urge funds for Ellis Park to add sidewalks and bike shoulders. They note heavy car truck and bus traffic on the narrow road and ask how many pedestrians gather in summer. They stress park funding should prioritize safe walking and biking along the river.
R. Ben Stone of the Iowa Civil Liberties Union accuses self styled conservatives of proposing government backed tuition for private religious schools. He argues the plan violates the First Amendment separation of church and state and would channel taxpayer funds to religious institutions.
The Gazette invites readers to submit letters up to 300 words. Include your name and hometown, plus address and daytime phone number for verification. Name and hometown will accompany the published letter, while street address and daytime phone are for internal use only.
The Linn-Mar Community School District votes Sept 10 on board members with Craig Eilbert urging re election. He cites three years on the board including a presidency and work on Indian Creek Novak and junior high programs.
David L. Wolf of Cedar Rapids urges action on a pedestrian yield sign in front of the Five Seasons Center on First Avenue. He calls for a flashing light and traffic tickets to force drivers to yield to pedestrians at the arena entrance.
Marilynn Etzel of Marion endorses Brian Wilson for the Linn-Mar Community School District Board of Education unexpired term. She cites his commitment to high quality education at reasonable cost and ability to plan for growth and make equitable decisions. Vote Sept. 10.
Kathy Miller of Cedar Rapids, a 1991 kidney pancreas recipient, writes about the first Transplant Games held in Salt Lake City to honor donors and recipients. She thanks donors and urges others to sign organ donor cards while highlighting 1500 transplant patients who completed the event.
A compact explainer reviews common errors in prepositional phrases and archaic terms. It covers correct use of awhile and for, as far as clause verbs, and the poetic word vale versus veil in religious phrasing.
Suzanne Abel of Cedar Rapids endorses Gary Keeppel for the Linn-Mar School Board highlighting his time in meetings, handling district issues, questioning tough topics, and dedication to excellence in education. She urges voters to support his re-election on September 10.
Letter writers praise Swati Dandekar for 16 years as academic chair, booster and volunteers, citing fundraising, tutoring, field trips and hall of fame status. They urge voters to support her in the Linn-Mar School Board race on September 10.
Long time Linn Mar School Board member Jim Green seeks a two year term. He has served since 1992 including 1994 95 vice president and on the strategic planning committee and IASB delegate assembly. He works at Rockwell Collins and volunteers more than 100 hours yearly.
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