May's Island Holds Cedar Rapids History Hidden on River
Mitchell Schmidt explains how the ear-shaped island in the Cedar River is known as May's Island though no signs mark it. A new partnership History Happened Here will place interpretive signs for Linn County sites including May's Island, linking local history with The History Center Coe College and the African American Museum of Iowa.
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Iowa sheriffs warn of safety risks from new gun laws
Iowa sheriffs say non professional handgun permit numbers rose after changes to the Iowa Omnibus Gun Law. The measure reduces penalties for intoxicated carry and expands stand your ground defenses. Since 2011 sheriffs have less discretion as permits shifted from may issue to shall issue. Linn County Sheriff Brian Gardner criticizes issuing permits to people who should not have weapons. Page 14A.
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Irma Set to Make Landfall in Florida
Irma is forecast to strike Florida as a major hurricane with potential widespread damage. The Washington Post reports on projected landfall timing, path, and emergency preparations across affected coastal counties.
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Irma approaches Florida with massive damage forecast
Hurricane Irma barrels toward Florida threatening widespread destruction. Officials warned of up to 20 inches of rain and ferocious winds as Florida residents evacuated rapidly. FEMA chief Brock Long urged preparedness while neighboring states declared emergencies ahead of potential impact.
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Gazette index update notes 2017 edition
Index entry for Volume 135 Number 243 of The Gazette outlines catalog details and publication metadata for 2017. It lists issue numbering, date references, and archival identifiers used for library and reader navigation.
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