Economic development drives governor's race
Gazette survey of Eastern Iowa voters finds personal security tops concerns. Health care reform leads the issues for 21.7 percent, followed by 19.8 percent seeking broader safety and security in a year when the economy no longer dominates the campaign. Other topics will be covered in future Voters' Agenda installments.
USAir engine reverser probe after Pittsburgh crash
Investigators examine whether the right engine reverse thrust caused the USAir Boeing 737 crash that killed 132. They also assess rudder movement and potential in flight deployment of thrust reversers as a factor.
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Minister jailed for loud music
In Minneapolis AP report Rev. Robert Wesley Hill, head of the True Apostolic Assembly Church, was jailed after noisy services drew 72 complaints since August 1992. Neighbors say singing preaching and amplified music from the 150 member church disturb them especially in summer with open windows.
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Downtown School earns praise for unique urban model
Amanda Winegarden travels to Des Moines to attend the Downtown School, a kindergarten through third grade public campus sharing a building with a parking ramp, theaters and shops. In its second year enrollment has grown toward 80 as business leaders back a downtown education link.
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Minnesota GOP primary signals high national stakes
In Minnesota Gov. Arne Carlson leads challenger Allen Quist 64 to 26 as the GOP primary nears. Carlson, a moderate, faces religious right pressure though the Quist camp denies Christian Coalition involvement. Activists have backed Quist on anti abortion anti gay rights gun control and capital punishment issues.
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