Cedar Rapids weighs 22 flood control options
City hall outlined 22 flood control tactics assessed with Sasaki Associates Stanley Consultants and the Army Corps of Engineers. Some are costly and disruptive, others offer partial relief. The plan favors a mix of actions including higher levees river widening and diversion channels with public open houses planned for Sept 11 to discuss concepts and costs.
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Tell us about the best of Us tailgating
Iowa City The Hawkeyes field crew cleared standing water at Kinnick Stadium after a Thursday rain delaying preparations. By Friday they painted the field with white yellow and black paint as part of preseason setup. Readers can vote on best tailgate spots online to be announced Oct. 18.
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Tony Senio
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Labor Day Weekend Events Across Eastern Iowa
A roundup of Labor Day weekend happenings in Eastern Iowa includes Freedom Festival with a parade at Kirkwood Community College, Cedar Rapids Museum of Art reopenings, New Bohemia Music Festival, Iowa City Fall Fun Festival, and performances by The Life of Riley. Fireworks conclude events Sunday and Monday. Sports, runs, and ski shows also listed across Cedar Rapids venues.
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Ellis Park
Alliant Energy
Greene Square Park
Palin joins McCain ticket as first female Republican running mate
John McCain announced Alaska Governor Sarah Palin as his running mate in Dayton Ohio. The 44 year old former mayor challenged Alaska oil interests and brings a new generation to the GOP ticket alongside McCain.
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