Funds give G R projects a big boost
Federal funding accelerates Cedar Rapids downtown redevelopment. The EDA awards 35 million for the U S Cellular Center upgrade and a new Event Center, plus 3 million for the Cedar Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Economic Commerce Center with a business accelerator. Local Rep Dave Loebsack calls it a game changer.
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Rick Smith
Cedar Rapids
Department of Commerce
Economic Development Administration
U.S. Cellular Center
Dave Loebsack
Iowa
Loebsack
EDA
H1N1 Lessons From the Swine Flu Echoes and a Survivor
Aubrey Opdyke, a West Palm Beach woman, recounts lingering health scars a year after swine flu touched her life and the life of her unborn baby. Health officials note the episode shaped views on vaccines and the nation’s vaccine system.
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Fort Lauderdale
Fla
Aubrey Opdyke
West Palm Beach
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Puddles the Flood Dog Rides Out Vet Bills With Help
Flood victims from Rompot faced steep medical costs after Puddles the dog was injured and treated by a Des Moines veterinary specialist. Donations from Flood Them with Love and other supporters covered the more than 3 000 dollars in bills, while organizers noted the contrasting fundraising needs of human flood victims.
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Gazette
Puddles
Rompot
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Des Moines
Flood
Karla Goettel
America
Iowa
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