Lifeline for downtown Cedar Rapids business prospects rise
The Gazette reports multiple downtown Cedar Rapids projects moving forward including upgrades to the U S Cellular Center, a new public library, a medical district, a federal courthouse and restoration of the Paramount Theatre. Forum attendees heard small firms face near term risk, slow disaster aid, and uncertain flood protection, with emphasis on buying local and awareness to keep commerce alive.
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Seat-belt Iowa Reaches Top Five in Truck Fatalities
A reader notes Iowa, once slowed to 50 mph, remains among the nation’s five states with high truck involved fatal crashes. Cites NHTSA data showing Iowa at 1.43 per 100 million vehicle miles in 2007 and compares with states restricting speeds and others allowing 75 mph. Also references general political letters on governance.
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Immigrant debate spurs calls for mercy and policy shifts
A reader urges mercy toward illegal immigrants while condemning those who exploit their desperation. They critique lynch mob attitudes, propose fair trials for terrorism cases, reference Obama policies, and call for a universal non profit health system with single payer to curb costs and profits.
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C R schools wasting taxpayers money
Letter criticizes Cedar Rapids school district for wasteful spending and frequent half days for meetings. Calls for tax reductions, improved time in classrooms, and curbs on management wage increases while questioning use of local option tax funds.
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Tea Party drives deeper partisan divide in patriotism rhetoric
The piece argues that Tea Party leaders and Fox News have nudged the public toward a new patriotism that frames secessionist ideas as mainstream. It cites Alaska and Texas as examples and references Sarah Palin’s ties and speeches promoting secessionist sentiment.
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Downtown Cedar Rapids Needs Risk-Takers For Revival
columnist notes Mayor Corbett floated inviting Rockwell Collins and AEGON to redevelop downtown with a decade of free parking but the idea was dismissed. Community advocate Heather Younker promotes the 3/50 project to support independent businesses as private investment drives renewal. Big projects like the Paramount Theatre and a new events center loom as examples of the town’s potential when risk-takers lead.
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