Cedar Rapids earns national notice with growth and growth signals
Cedar Rapids shows strong growth with a 6.3 percent rise in retail sales from July 2010 to June 2011, outpacing Iowa. Time magazine lists the city in Boomtown USA for low unemployment and job growth, aided by Rockwell Collins and a strong farm economy. Iowa payrolls rise by 8,700 in February, marking a major one month gain and continuing 2012 momentum.
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Two-Wheeler Fatalities Rise in Eastern Iowa March Deaths
Eastern Iowa reports six deaths of motorcycle and moped riders and passengers in March across Johnson Linn and Black Hawk counties. Officials warn motorists to spot two wheelers and riders to refresh skills as spring riding resumes. Debris from 19th century school buildings delays Cedar Rapids Public Library project up to four weeks and adds 1.3 million dollars to costs. coverage from contingencies budget.
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College Community bond vote urged to fund new elementary
A letter urges residents of College Community school district to vote yes on the upcoming bond for a new elementary school. The writer argues growth exceeds state estimates, that the bond won’t raise current taxes, and emphasizes the school as a community hub for students, families, and neighbors.
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Ginsburg fuses ObamaCare ideas with conservative debate
Jonah Goldberg discusses Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg on the Obama Care act while examining how conservatism is defined. He notes the court may salvage portions of the act or strike it, and recalls reactions from Justices Scalia Kennedy and Roberts.
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Kadyns Law as national standard for school bus safety
Guest column argues for federal Kadyns Law modeled on Iowa penalties for passing a stopped bus after the 7 year old Kadyn Halverson death. It links stronger fines and jail to reduced injuries and urges a national baseline with federal funding penalties for noncompliance. Bruce Braley is cited as representing Iowa's 1st District.
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