Alliant Energy LightLine bridge connects NewBo and Czech Village
The ground breaking for the Cedar River pedestrian bridge, part of ConnectCR, drew nearly 100 people to Mount Trashmore’s 948 building. Board president Mike McGrath declared the project will be an iconic destination as construction advances after over a decade of planning.
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Cedar Rapids Board Backs 117M School Bond Plan
The Cedar Rapids school board urged support for a 117 million bond referendum crafted with community input through the Future Ready Facilities Task Force. After a February proposal drew mixed feedback, officials revised the plan to meet local needs and affordability. Board member Nancy Humbles praised active community engagement and said the plan serves students districtwide.
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Iowa budget compromise keeps higher education funding flat
Gov Reynolds and Senate Republicans reach a compromise that provides no general education funding increase for Iowa three public universities and 15 community colleges. The plan preserves current aid, despite proposals to raise general state aid by about 2 percent for Regent universities and community colleges, drawing concern from Sen. Cindy Winckler about tuition costs for families. Funding details remain on page 7A.
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