Cedar Rapids pools urge longer outdoor season in August heat
The Gazette notes Cedar Rapids plans to close two small outdoor pools as school nears while three remain open on alternating days. Des Moines and Dubuque face staffing and scheduling challenges, with calls for public input and possible new lifeguard incentives to extend pool access beyond early September.
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Cedar Rapids
Dubuque
Waterloo
Noelridge Aquatic Center
Des Moines
Cedar Rapids riverfront parcels spark renewal debate
Local letters raise concerns about selling Park & Ride lots and riverfront areas after urban renewal. Residents fear loss of river green belt, question the fate of downtown markets, low rent housing, and the impact on historic Czech school.
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Cedar Rapids
Cedar River
Federal
Roundhouse
Osada
Cedar Rapidians
Bert Graham
Marion
How 2 plans differ for Twin Pines sale opposed
The Gazette front pages show two forums where residents oppose the Twin Pines sale. Letters to the editor also argue against selling city golf course property, urging revenue through lower golf fees and other city improvements like Farmstead renovations, river walk, fountain, or mall lift.
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the Gazette
Twin Pines
Cedar Rapids
Jim Prosser
Westdale Mall
Cedar Rapids debate on city leaf vacuum service and golf column
Readers weigh in on a $3 or less leaf vacuum fee and citywide pickup. A letter urges public input on Twin Pines golf courses and junior programs, praising the Cedar Rapids Recreation Dept and criticizing course disrepair. A council meeting recount notes police and fire staffing and safety concerns with 12 hour shifts and honor for fallen officers.
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Cedar Rapids
Twin Pines
Jim Prosser
United States
Clinton viewed as expert to revamp health care
Marilyn Copperwoll endorses Hillary Clinton saying she is a true health care expert who will lead from day one to overhaul the system. The endorsement stresses Clinton’s knowledge and readiness to deliver affordable care for all Americans.
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Hillary Clinton
Clinton
White House
Marilyn Copperwoll
Cedar Rapids
Where's the outcry over today's slavery
A reflective piece urges action against modern slavery and human trafficking. It condemns both supply and demand, calls for abolitionists and government action, and invites reader input to join the fight. It cites organizations and hotlines to inform and assist victims.
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American Anti- Slavery Group
Abolish.com
Anti-Slavery International
Antislavery.org
Coalition To Abolish Slavery
Cedar Rapids pool closings spark taxpayer protest
A local taxpayer decries the Cedar Rapids Recreation Department for closing Bever, Ellis and Jones pools early in August to accommodate lifeguards returning to college. The writer urges city council scrutiny and seeks a manager change to keep pools open through August.
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Cedar Rapids
Crop-dusting crash sparks safety questions in community
Margaret Cashman questions the Aug 6 Gazette report on a crop-dusting plane crash in Benton County. She asks about air-borne chemical risks to children and grandchildren, safe handling, and whether EPA guidelines exist for such agricultural spraying near homes and outdoor spaces.
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the Gazette
Benton County
Environmental Protection Agency
Margaret Cashman
Cedar Rapids
Clinics at Grocery Stores Raise Food Access Debate
Reader questions the presence of medical clinics in grocery stores, arguing it could disrupt shopping and raise concerns about shopping amid illness. The comment weighs potential benefits against practical downsides in a grocery environment.
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