Flooding Closes Schools and Sacks Basements in Cedar Rapids Area
A weekend storm drenched Linn County and surrounding areas with heavy rain. Indian Creek rose through Marion Cedar Rapids and flood protections failed along Dry Creek. Palo residents sandbagged again near the Cedar River as crews protected Alliant Energy facilities. about 20 homes reported basement flooding and Central City canceled classes while cleanup continued.
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Six lane I 80 expected open for Hawkeye home opener
The first six lane segment of the I 80 widening in Johnson County should be ready by September 6 for the University of Iowa home football game against Northern Iowa. Westbound lanes from I 80 I 380 to First Avenue in Coralville are open. eastbound lanes face rain delays but should finish by Sept. 6.
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Woman abducted as child found after 18 years in custody
Jaycee Lee Dugard, snatched in 1991 outside South Lake Tahoe, identified by authorities as the recovered girl. Phillip Garrido and his wife Nancy were arrested on kidnapping and conspiracy charges after Dugard walked into a northern California police station with Garrido. DNA testing underway to confirm identity. Dugard in good health.
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Stimulus funds unevenly awarded Linn county shortfall
Stimulus funds show geographic gaps as Linn County Iowa lags Monona County in federal aid. The piece notes Monona receives about 16 million more than Linn, driven by highway needs and population, with officials citing formula-based distribution and long-term investment goals under the Recovery Act. It highlights traffic volumes on Interstates 29 and 380 and quotes Rep. Loebsack and county supervisors on ongoing allocations.
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Federal stimulus spending guided by state agencies says Loebsack
State officials and Congressman Loebsack say federal stimulus money was prioritized by state agencies with shovel ready projects. The county board expresses gratitude for the funds and their role in maintaining employment while signaling continued oversight and cooperation, page 11A.
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