Libraries evolve to stay vital in a changing community
The West Side branch moves to a new building this month and a central library site opens this summer. Library leaders consider a higher 4-cent levy to cover rising costs while partnering with Grant Wood AEA and Hawkeye Area Community Action to expand youth spaces, digital access, and 80 public computers.
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Banks seek tax breaks over mortgage settlement anger
Sonia Ashe condemns Bank of America and Citigroup for a multibillion dollar mortgage settlement that may be tax deductible. She cites DOJ actions against BP and urges passage of Grassley’s Government Settlement Transparency Act to bar deductions, calling for DOJ rules against such tax write offs.
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Pay raise debate for Cedar Rapids supervisors sparks tax worry
Todd Dorman argues the proposed salary increase primarily benefits supervisors and could strain budgets and tax cuts. Cedar Rapids officials, including Don Karr, challenge the move noting county health inspections funds and public trust concerns. The columnist defends public service while urging the board to drop the raise.
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Cedar Rapids
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Hard Work and Modern Struggles for Iowa Farmers
A reader reflects on farming life, rejecting nostalgia as a sole livelihood. The piece argues small farmers need real chances to sustain livelihoods and pass on more than romantic memories, warning against pretending rural heritage remains unchanged.
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