Nation Omega 7 claims weekend consulate bombings
Nation Omega 7, an anti Castro terrorist group, claimed responsibility Saturday for weekend bombings of the Mexican consulates in Miami and New York City. Yasser Arafat's PLO has moved an armored battalion into southern Lebanon in anticipation of an Israeli attack. Iowa National Guard expects a $3.4 million budget rise next year. A Cedar Rapids nonprofit opens a group home for nine Vietnamese orphans. Cedar Rapids plans to renovate police station and remove old cells with costs due in about three weeks. Education analysis shows Cedar Rapids precincts favor school board winners consistently. Steve Snyder leaves Marion Chamber to head Burlington Chamber of Commerce focusing on growth potential.
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Former Cedar Rapids Athletes Rally in National Tug of War
A group of former Cedar Rapids prep athletes are making waves in national tug-of-war circuits, building recognition for their team. They train hard to compete at a high level and aim to expand their reach beyond local scenes.
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Cedar Rapids Prep
NRC survey ranks 15 U S nuclear plants below average
The NRC’s first national performance survey rates 15 of 50 operating plants as below average in management control maintenance radiation and fire protection and regulatory compliance. Five plants in the New York New Jersey area fall into this category while Beaver Valley 1 is singled out for multiple weaknesses.
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Weather Report for C R Airport Summary
Weather readings for 24 hours ending 7 p.m. Saturday show high 79, low 60 with .17 inch precipitation. Extended forecast calls for fair, near seasonal temperatures with highs in the 70s and lows in the 40s to 50s Tuesday through Thursday. National extremes note 109 in Palm Springs and 26 in Jackson.
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Bank heist suspects to face Iowa charges in multi state case
Two Des Moines men, David Lee Grandstaff and Douglas Wayne Brown, accused in the Tucson Arizona Bank robbery and linked to other heists, waived further proceedings and will be moved to Iowa to face federal indictments. They allegedly helped steal 3.3 million dollars at First National Bank of Arizona and are tied to a 5.4 million dollar haul in cash and jewelry across several states.
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John Anthony Oliver
Jack Egner
Colorado
Egnor
Harvey Upgraded to Hurricane East of Leeward Islands
Tropical Storm Harvey quickly strengthened into a hurricane east of the Leeward Islands. At 9:30 p.m. CDT Harvey centered about 500 miles east northeast of San Juan Puerto Rico with winds up to 75 mph. Forecasts expect gradual strengthening as it moves northwest around 20 mph. Hurricane Gert weakened north of Bermuda to a tropical storm.
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Czech Village Festival resumes across 16th Avenue SW
The festival features an all faith service at 8 a.m. a noon to 6 30 p m music program and afternoon demonstrations. Edinburgh Day at Jones County Historical Museum Site offers the Oxford Junction Polka Band Ghost Dragoon a spelling bee ice cream social and family events with a $1 admission for over 12. 20 20 Visions at Coe College Sinclair Auditorium includes Cedar Rhapsody Chorus and Cedar Rapids Harmony Hawks with $5 tickets.
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Theater schedule and ticket info for three shows
Jesus Christ Superstar runs at 7 p.m. through Oct 4 at Old Creamery Theater Garrison with 7 to 6 dollar tickets. Geese Company presents Gimme a Dollar and Final Offer at 8 p.m. at University of Iowa Old Armory Theater with 4 dollar tickets. Jessie and the Bandit Queen opens 7 30 p.m. at Studio Theater Garrison. for more information call 319 477 3165 or 800 332 5200.
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Monticello Antique Show and Tractor Event Schedule
Monticello hosts its annual Antique Show with antique autos from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The Old Time Threshing and Antique Tractor Show restarts at 10 a.m. at the Zwingie Rec Area. Regina Antique Show runs 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Regina High School in Iowa City.
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Cedar Valley Embroiderers Exhibit at Marion Building
The Cedar Valley Chapter Embroiderer's Guild of America sponsors a needlework exhibit from noon to 5 p.m. at the Bohemian Savings & Loan Building 800 11th St Marion Admission is $1. KHAK hosts a 50 Off Fair 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Five Seasons Center A hot dog eating contest starts at 2:30 p.m. at Vinton Speedway A free flower and garden show runs 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. Noetridge Park Greenhouse Entries accepted 7 a.m. to 11 a.m.
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Hawkeye Bicycle Trip to Three Iowa Towns and Center Activities
The Hawkeye Bicycle Association departs Bever Park at 8 a.m. for a ride through Lisbon Anamosa and Central City. The Indian Creek Nature Center sponsors a Cedar River Canoe Trip from 1 to 7 p.m. For reservations call 362-0664. At 8 p.m. a Full Moon Walk occurs at the center with fees of 1 dollar for member families and 1.50 dollars for pan member families.
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Lisbon
Anamosa
Central City
Indian Creek
Colleges Offer Credit for Experiential Learning
Adults at Mount Mercy College and Kirkwood Community College can earn academic credit for knowledge gained through work experience or professional training. A Cedar Rapids counseling firm expands into divorce mediation services, broadening local support options.
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Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids
Grand opening planned for Iowa City Senior Center
After years of planning the new Iowa City Senior Center, likely the state’s most spacious facility, is holding its grand opening this week.
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Iowa City Senior Center
Tracy Austin Wins Second U.S. Open Title
Tracy Austin defeated Martina Navratilova 1-6 7-6 7-6 to capture her second U S Open championship. John McEnroe meets Bjorn Borg in today’s men’s final for the title.
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Martina Navratilova
John McEnroe
Bjorn Borg
Abell-Howe President Sees Upturn After Plant Finish
The Abell-Howe Construction Co president predicts a business upturn within 18 months, following the completion of ADM Corn Sweeteners new alcohol plant in Cedar Rapids.
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Abell-Howe Construction Co
Cedar Rapids
Eldon Prybil Warns on Clouds Hurting Corn Yields
Farm agribusiness figure Eldon Prybil of Lone Tree, a two time state yield champion, warns that overcast skies in July and August during kernel setting could reduce corn quality and yields.
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Eldon Prybil
Lone Tree
Cedar Rapids Theatre Opens 1981 82 Season With Chapter Two
The Cedar Rapids Community Theatre launches its 1981 82 season this Friday with Neil Simon's Chapter Two as the season starter. Local actors rehearse and invite audiences to attend opening night at the community theatre on Page 1D.
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Cedar Rapids
Quake rattles San Bernardino district
A minor earthquake shook San Bernardino California on Saturday with no damage reported. Geologist John Vidale of CALTECH said the 3.4 magnitude quake struck at 12 23 p m CDT four miles north of downtown near the San Andreas fault, prompting about 40 calls to police.
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Calif
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California Institute of Technology
Pasadena
San Andreas Fault
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