Park expansion aims to secure Morgan Creek land near Cedar Rapids
The Gazette notes three Linn County supervisors support buying 71.36 acres at $1.735 million to extend Morgan Creek Park. The site toward Highway 100 will spur development yet adds walking trails, arboretum expansion, campsite and lodge plans. Public hearing set for Wednesday at the Public Service Center.
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Christie scandal fuels debate over media villain role
Kathleen Parker notes new Christie scandal shifts blame between the governor and a hostile media. Rubio urges prudence while pundits split on Christie’s fate as supporters view the controversy as less damaging than Obama ACA debates.
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Rock Island Clean Line faces Iowa meetings and eminent domain
A reader urges action against the Rock Island Clean Line high voltage project as it nears filing with the Iowa Utilities Board for a franchise. They warn of permanent land use, question health impacts, and advise legal representation for voluntary easements while noting possible use of eminent domain.
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Marion council weighs residency in tense hearing
Marion residents attend a quasi judicial hearing over Mayor Allen Bouska residency amid claims he lives outside the city. Citizens for a Better Marion urge evidence focused testimony while supporters call the dispute a political sideshow as growth issues dominate the agenda.
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