AG probes price gouging after derecho across central Iowa
Iowa Attorney General probes nearly 50 complaints after the August derecho, focusing on WireOne for an alleged $299 emergency fee and inflated post-storm rates. WireOne contends rates haven’t changed since 2018, while hotels faced surge pricing like a $3,000 room rate at SureStay Plus Coralville. The AG seeks to halt gouging and verify pre disaster rates.
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Iowa Lottery Draws Reported For Wednesday
The Iowa Lottery results show Pick 3 Midday 5 7 7 and Evening 3 2 8. Pick 4 Midday 7 6 1 6 and Evening 8 0 6 3. Powerball numbers were 8 12 19 47 58 with Powerball 2. Jackpot stands at 37 million. Lotto America numbers are 516 22 24 31 with Star Ball 9.
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World Health Organization Says Newspapers Safe to Handle
The Gazette notes guidance from the World Health Organization that handling newspapers is safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Gazette facility and delivery staff will use gloves where appropriate and increase cleaning of printing and distribution areas while offering a digital edition at thegazette.com via the Green Gazette link.
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Gazette publication details and contact information
The Gazette is a daily Cedar Rapids newspaper published at 116 Third St SE. It lists subscription rates, postage details, and contact numbers for subscription service and general information.
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Tip line instructions from The Gazette
The message provides The Gazette News Tip Line numbers for Cedar Rapids and Iowa City plus a toll free option. It directs readers to report news events via three contact numbers for tip submissions. The note emphasizes contact accessibility for local reporting opportunities.
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SBA Disaster Loans Open in Linn County for Storm Damage
John Steppe reports in The Gazette that SBA and FEMA offer low interest disaster loans to Linn County residents and businesses. Homeowners renters and nonprofits may borrow up to 40000 for personal property and 200000 for home damage. businesses up to 2 million for real estate equipment or inventory. Nonprofits and small firms may also get up to 2 million for general expenses until operations resume. Rates vary by credit options from 1.188 to 6 percent. Applications due October 19 via disasterassistance gov FEMA app or (800) 621-3362.
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Cedar Rapids Opens Cooling Options As Heatwave Persists
National Weather Service warns of hot humid conditions through midweek with heat indices in the low 100s and daytime temps in the 90s. Cedar Rapids offers three splash pads at Twin Pines Hayes Park and Hidder Park plus a no cost cooling station at the U S Cellular Center with charging and Wi Fi. Marion hosts a cooling station in the Hickory Room at Lowe Park Arts Center with masks required.
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