Local program boosts student STEM interest and careers
The Gazette highlights Project Lead The Way expanding in Iowa with partner Amgen and Rockwell Automation. Iowa City West High added five courses including principles of engineering and aerospace engineering, joining Southeast and Northwest Junior Highs in bringing hands on engineering and biotech curricula to over 150 schools.
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Generous plea supports cancer research and cures
A letter urges donations to fund cures, noting advances in leukemia and other cancers thanks to research. The writer argues doctors work for a common cause and cites hospital improvements and hopeful outcomes, while linking debt and government borrowing to broader concerns.
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Letters weave fiscal fears with civic concerns and a violent arena critique
A reader argues the federal stimulus failed, citing high debt and unemployment while urging a 2012 shift to fiscal conservatism. The letter criticizes overspending, cites Greece as a cautionary tale, and calls for responsible budgeting. A second writer condemns safety lapses at the U S Cellular Center renovation harming soldiers families during welcome home events.
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Huntsman as Moderating GOP Hopeful in a Polarized Era
A reflective look at Jon Huntsman, a centrist Republican whose diplomacy and multilingual Asia expertise set him apart. The piece notes his potential in handling China, his Mormon faith with a liberal streak, and his open stance on gay civil unions, arguing he might have broadened Republican appeal and bipartisanship before his chances faded.
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Two-step Senate District 18 race delves into outside help
In Iowa Senate District 18 special election the race draws national figures and local focus. Republican Cindy Golding declines a high profile support slot with Michele Bachmann over a scheduling conflict while Democrat Liz Mathis stresses listening to voters on issues like jobs and education. Outside interest on same sex marriage adds pressure as both camps eye a potential 25 25 tie in the chamber.
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