Historic Heart of America project preserves Cedar Rapids landmarks
Cedar Rapids City Council voted 8-0 to pursue public incentives for a $50 million Heart of America Group project downtown. The plan converts the former Guaranty Bank building into a 76 room hotel with a steakhouse, reuses the World Theater space for a 126 room hotel and rooftop lounge, and mothballs the Dragon restaurant site. Incentives could total 13.6 million with 810.6 million in tax rebates over 20 years and a 3 million completion payment. The proposal aims to boost conventions and downtown amenities while preserving irreplaceable historic structures.
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Farmers Senate clash on farm bill sparks SNAP concerns
Sen Joni Ernst weighs Senate version as House negotiates a farm bill. House aims cuts to SNAP and tighter work rules, risking eligibility. Iowa rural poverty rises with 11.5 percent rural rate vs 19 percent urban, per USDA. SNAP supports urban and rural households amid farm income slump and care gaps. Stephan Panther urges Ernst to back Senate stance.
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Amazon headquarter split fuels wealth divide in cities
Harrop argues the choice of two East Coast hubs for Amazon HQ2 accelerates a wealth concentration in rich cities. He notes New York Google and Amazon job gains, rising rents, and the political and cultural backlash as affluent tech workers thrive while others worry about congestion and rising costs.
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Bad news drives clicks for columnist Adam Sullivan at The Gazette
In a year as full-time columnist and editorial board member, Adam Sullivan notes readers flock to pieces attacking the justice system and calling out politicians. He cites popular posts on public intoxication laws, marijuana policy, and critiques of Democrats and Republicans, while Trump coverage drew less traffic. He cites negativity bias and stress in news consumption as possible explanations for the trend.
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