Good News and Local Wins From Cedar Rapids 2010
Crime declines in Cedar Rapids with violent crime down 2.56 percent and major property crimes down 11.95 percent. Charitable giving rises in Eastern Iowa as nonprofits report increased donations amid higher service demand. Marion High School shares its new fitness center with the Marion YMCA. students use it free during school hours. Cedar Rapids will host the girls state volleyball tournament at the Ice Arena while U.S. Cellular Center is renovated.
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Hopes on hold as Cedar Rapids and FEMA butt heads over flood funding
City and FEMA remain about 160 million apart on funding for flood projects including the Central Fire Station and animal control facility. Disputes threaten timelines and local construction delays if not resolved soon. Alcohol problems rise with Cedar Rapids ranked 38th among drunkest cities as alcohol related crimes climb 6.74 percent to 2120 cases in 2010. Fuel prices rise across vehicle and heating fuels, with natural gas exception.
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Public Letters Raise Budget and Policy Concerns
Readers in Cedar Rapids and North Liberty urge lawmakers to rethink family planning cuts and warn of higher long term costs. They oppose front line combat changes and criticize city budget plans including higher taxes and new staff.
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China rise vs Americas decline a global view
Jonathan Eyal argues that American leadership remains the global norm despite China rising. He notes China faces vast poverty and aging demographics while the US still drives democracy and prosperity, with coalition building and bipartisan policy shaping the current world order.
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