Recycling question from readers on plastic bag reuse
The Gazette readers Mary C. McCarthy and Seth Lane ask if plastic bag recycling is truly effective. Coralville resident McCarthy notes grocers like Hy Vee and Fareway accept bag returns, while readers seek clarity on the impact and practicality of store take backs.
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Curious Iowa
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Cedar Rapids
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Curious Iowa QR Prompt Sparks Local Culture Question
A reader-friendly prompt invites residents to scan a QR code to pose questions about Iowa culture and its people. The simple invitation signals community curiosity and engagement with local identity.
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Lowa
National issues shape Iowa election outlook in legislature
Previewing the 2024 election, Iowa lawmakers debate immigration crime abortion and education as national issues likely dominate the campaign. Republicans hold large majorities in both chambers with 64 of 100 House seats and 34 of 50 Senate seats.
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University of Iowa
Tim Hagle
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Hagle
Mary Kay Novak McGrath dies known as Angel of the Village
Mary Kay Novak McGrath, age 69, died of pancreatic cancer in Cedar Rapids. She bought eight properties in Czech Village in 2018 and led by example to lift the community. Monica Vernon recalls her candy mug outreach and service on boards including Czech Village New Bohemia districts and the National Czech Slovak Museum.
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Mount Mercy University
National
Czech & Slovak Museum
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