Cedar Rapids statue promotion draws visitors and vandals
In Cedar Rapids, life size Wood’s American Gothic statues dubbed Doc and Nan have brightened downtown, boosted visits, and attracted attention despite vandalism. A reader suggests mini versions travel to promote Linn County, Iowa, with photos tracking the journey. A catnip mosquito-repellent finding from ISU is also noted, plus a reminder of the columnist’s contact details.
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Obasanjo Calls Out Army Over Nigerian Religious Violence
Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo deploys the army to quell Muslim Christian violence in Jos. Dawn curfew imposed as churches and homes burn and residents report dozens killed amid tensions after the spread of Sharia in northern states.
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Aid workers plead innocent in Kabul court
In Kabul eight foreign aid workers including Dayna Curry and Heather Mercer pleaded innocent to charges of preaching Christianity in Afghanistan. The group from Shelter Now International appeared before Chief Justice Noor Mohammad Saqib as trials began or continued, with possible jail and expulsion if convicted.
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Civil War Re-enactment at Ushers Ferry Set for Sept 15-16
The Ushers Ferry Historic Village plans a Civil War re-enactment next weekend on September 15 and 16. A photo caption in Saturday's Gazette had the wrong date and a calendar listing had an incorrect address. The Gazette invites reader corrections and provides contact numbers 319-398-8313 and 1-800-397-6212.
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Commitment to the future The Gazette promotes soybean ink
The Gazette prints with soybean ink and recycles on recycled newsprint. Readers are urged to drop newspapers at City Carton in Cedar Rapids or recycle at a local location. The Gazette and Iowa City Gazette date back to 1883 and publish daily and Sunday from Cedar Rapids Iowa.
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Classified Advertising Deadlines Notice
Cedar Rapids classifieds list toll free numbers and deadlines for daily and weekend publications. Ads must be placed before 4 45 p m on weekdays and before 9 45 a m or 10 45 a m on Saturdays for Sunday and Monday editions. Page numbers may change to accommodate late breaking news.
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