Allegiant to add Cedar Rapids flights for spring break demand
Allegiant will boost service from Cedar Rapids to meet spring break demand with increased flights. The move targets travelers seeking convenient access to sunny destinations during March and April, reflecting a surge in demand from the midwest hub.
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Unity March Among MLK Events at Pentacrest
Martin Luther King Jr Day activities in Eastern Iowa included a unity march on the Pentacrest in Iowa City. The event brought together community members for a peaceful demonstration and reflections.
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Iowa City taxi ordinance aimed at passenger safety
Rules to improve safety in cabs and ride sharing near passage in Iowa City. The measure targets drivers and operations with new standards possibly affecting Uber and similar services. Officials say the ordinance will raise protections for riders.
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Hawks ready for frontcourt fumble
Wisconsin Badgers forward Frank Kaminsky and Iowa Hawkeyes forward Aaron White collide as the frontcourt clash headlines tonight's Page 1B game. Kaminsky and White anchor their teams in a pivotal matchup with season implications and strong scoring potential.
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Cedar Rapids refines flood-control plan after years of discussion
Cedar Rapids officials and consultants held a third open house in three months at the downtown library to gather public input as they finalize a flood-control system alignment. Project engineer Sandy Pumphrey cited quality comments while HR Green Co. VP Jim Halverson discussed options for earthen levees and walls.
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City invites comments on flood-control system options
Cedar Rapids weighs flood control choices with online public input. The city notes cost will influence what is built, comparing removable flood walls to levees and permanent walls, with levee slope affecting price. Page 11A FLOOD CONTROL.
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Iowa Lawmaker Pushes Election for Regents
Rep. Dave Jacoby seeks a bill to elect six regional regents and three at large, arguing the Board of Regents is too politicized. Current system has governors appointing with Senate confirmation for nine members serving staggered six-year terms over Iowa’s five public universities. He cites perceived favoritism toward certain institutions and critics of University of Iowa President Sally Mason.
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Obama faces tough road amid deep partisan divide
President Obama refuses to back down as Democrats reel from a crushing midterm defeat to the GOP. Officials say he aims to press forward despite gridlock in Congress and looming 2016 elections.
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Obama to deliver State of the Union address tonight
The president plans to speak at 8 p.m. from the House chamber as his administration touts an improving economy and rising public approval. He remains defiant, having vetoed few measures while seeking support across major networks.
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