City Hopes Fire Station Moves Amid FEMA Flood Concerns
Cedar Rapids officials press FEMA to approve relocating the Central Fire Station from 222 Third St NW amid flood risk. FEMA cites 500 year flood plain status and no prior 1998 flood impact, while city argues 2008 water depth could risk isolation. A Feb 10 council vote may hire a construction manager for a new site and library plans.
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Man pleads not guilty in Iowa City fatal shooting
Alajuwon Johnson, 26, pleaded not guilty in Johnson County District Court to involuntary manslaughter and related counts in the December 30 death of Kylie Perkins, 20, who was shot in her Iowa City apartment after a struggle for a handgun. He faces weapons and drug charges and remains in the Johnson County Jail.
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On Your Mind: City, flood aid and site choices debated
Readers critique local response to flood victims, call for action beyond rhetoric. They urge evaluating TrueNorth and Banjo Mfg sites, propose closing a street for a new facility with parking near the Museum of Art, and advocate practical development over delay.
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WinterFest brings warm smiles to Coralville crowd
At the third annual WinterFest along the Iowa River Landing, families enjoy snowball wars crafts ice sculpting chestnut roasting and a horse drawn trolley ride. Organizers note rising attendance from about 1000 in past years to over 3000 this year amid sunny skies and mild temperatures.
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Kennedy High School Leads Haiti Hunger Drive With Packaging March 19
Kennedy High School accelerates its Kids Against Hunger campaign packaging to March 19 to meet the Haiti relief goal of 40 000 meals for a third year. Funds raised via penny wars donations and company gifts drive the effort, with district schools organizing coin drives and Red Cross or UNICEF support activities.
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