Quinby leaves lasting legacy in Cedar Rapids community
The Gazette recalls Bill Quinby who died at 92, a Cedar Rapids native and lifelong servant. A former athlete, teacher, and principal, he directed athletics, backed Veterans Memorial Stadium funding, and mentored leaders. He supported Habitat for Humanity, Special Olympics, Health Free Clinic, Ethics in Government, ARC of East Central Iowa, Camp Courageous, and Cerebral Palsy Association, among others.
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Community Letters Warn Against Christian Nationalism
A Muslim writer in Cedar Rapids joins clergy in urging vigilance against Christian nationalism. The letter cites Rev Cathy Young’s guest column and notes global and local manifestations, including Israel’s hard right ultranationalist trend. It calls readers to recognize warning signs and urge politicians to denounce extremism before it takes hold.
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Public parks belong to the public in grants pass case
Froma Harrop argues the Supreme Court is weighing whether the homeless may encroach on public spaces like parks and streets. She notes political consensus against private takeovers, cites Ninth Circuit limits on evictions of campers, and questions solutions that strip public access in western cities.
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Rich Patterson laments corporate growth hollowing Morris County homes
Rich Patterson recalls growing up in Morris County New Jersey and argues that inviting large corporations boosts short term gains while driving up taxes and living costs for modest income families. He urges supporting locally owned businesses and warns against relying on outside firms for sustainable community prosperity. Patterson notes the contrast with Cedar Rapids where he has lived since 1978.
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