Flooded Homes Move Plan Stalls in 2008 Iowa Effort
The Gazette reports that two years after the 2008 flood in Cedar Rapids the option to relocate flood damaged homes remains rare with permits for only five moves issued in 26 months. Neighborhood advocate Michael Richards has moved two houses in the 1000 block of Sixth Street SE, an effort described as pioneering but troubled by delays and property disputes. Doug Burrell, a lawyer, voices frustration over imprecise moves and neighbor tensions.
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Culver outlines education plans in Iowa campaign
Gov Chet Culver pledges in November to boost K 12 funding with 4 percent allowable growth for fiscal 2012, aiming for universal preschool, higher minority graduation rates, and closing the achievement gap. He estimates a $300 million to $400 million price tag and spoke to School Administrators of Iowa and the Iowa State Education Association.
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Judge overturns California gay marriage ban
A federal judge in San Francisco overturns California's voter approved ban on same sex marriage in a landmark ruling that may push the issue toward the Supreme Court. Judge Vaughn Walker rules the ban violates civil rights as supporters celebrate outside the courthouse and officials praise the decision while noting marriages cannot resume immediately.
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Kurt Warner to appear on Dancing with the Stars
Former NFL quarterback Kurt Warner, a Cedar Rapids Aegis graduate and UNI alum, will join Dancing with the Stars on ABC. Warner retired in January after 12 NFL seasons, including five with the Cardinals, highlighting three Super Bowls and two NFL MVPs among his achievements.
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