Cedar Rapids offices likely a total loss in fire
The Cedar Rapids offices of High Property Management and High Development were destroyed by fire. Fire officials say the building is likely a total loss, and investigators will determine the cause.
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 2015
Page
1
The Cedar Rapids offices of High Property Management and High Development were destroyed by fire. Fire officials say the building is likely a total loss, and investigators will determine the cause.
Iowa, led by sophomore Josh Dziewa, pursues an immediate rematch against Illinois after a recent loss. The No. 1 Hawkeyes welcome No. 11 Illinois to Carver-Hawkeye Arena for a 7 pm clash that could shift momentum in the conference race.
Norwalk resident Eddie Tipton, 51, was arrested and charged with two felony counts of fraud in a three year probe into a winning Hot Lotto ticket that was claimed and later forfeited. Tipton, former director of security for the Multi-State Lottery, faced allegations of attempting to influence a prize through fraud and defrauding via a falsely uttered lottery ticket.
University of Iowa announces President will retire on August 1 after leading the campus during a period of expansion and research growth. The board will begin search for a successor while the administration pledges a smooth transition.
Vanessa Miller reports that Sally Mason, the University of Iowa's 20th president since August 2007, announced plans to retire August 1. She described daily pressure and challenges including potential US funding losses and a drive to boost campus enrollment amid institution-wide efforts.
The article outlines a charged campus atmosphere around sexual assault, student debt, racial tensions and free speech following Mason’s exit. It notes heated protests and a lack of disclosed plans for a replacement and timeline of events.
Cedar Rapids City Council member Monica Vernon launches a 2016 bid for U S House aiming to unseat Republican Rep Rod Blum in Iowa 1st District. Vernon describes herself as a working mom who understands middle class challenges and emphasizes problem solving for families and small businesses.
Cedar Rapids historic Clarion Hotel and Convention Center at 525 38th Ave SW will be sold at a February 3 sheriff auction after a 4.5 million mortgage default. Synergy Hotel Group of Glenwood Maryland owns the property, bought in 2007 from Zazza Ltd. which built the hotel in 1976.
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