Jail Plan Adopted for Linn County Remodel
A Linn County jail committee on Tuesday recommended contracting with Leo Peiffer & Associates to develop preliminary plans and cost estimates for remodeling the county jail. Costs are seen around 500 thousand to 600 thousand, with a public referendum required if above 250 thousand. Peiffer’s bid was the lowest among four, and work could move ahead in four weeks.
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Jail remodel proposals to expand security and access
Representatives from multiple firms discuss jail committee proposals including 16-bed medium security quarters in the rear basement, confidential spaces for attorney and clergy visits, glass block windows, venting, relocation of the radio room, an added identification area, and a future permanent extension. Peiffer notes favorable bids expected for spring remodeling as contractors seek work.
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Emerald Knights Name Co Winners For First Time
The Cedar Rapids Emerald Knights Drum and Bugle corps named co knights of the year Tuesday, recognizing Kirk Tibbetts and Roy Gongwer for dedication leadership and discipline on and off the field. Tibbetts 21 from 137 Sunrise Drive NW UNI student. Gongwer 21 from 418 Twenty Sixth Street NW Hy Vee associate. Other awards went to John Davisson Dick Severa Michelle Lynxwiller and several parents received distinguished service honors.
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Edna Greaser
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Ruth Bassett
Four Spaces Left for YMCA Club Olympics
The Central YMCA Service Club Olympics has four openings for teams. Interested clubs should contact Larry Bush, the physical director, before Friday noon. A luncheon will finalize pairings and events. Preliminary rounds run March 6 and 13 with finals March 15.
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West Coast Faces Prolonged Drought as Weak Storm Fails
Forecaster Bill Denny says a storm expected to bring rain to northern California did not materialize and a high pressure system returns to the coast. The drought lingers while odds of a wetter winter fade and dry conditions persist along the West Coast.
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