Chicago porch collapse sparks safety tips from Iowa inspectors
Iowa City and Cedar Rapids inspectors warn decks must handle 40 pounds per square foot with proper ledger attachment. Experts detail signs of failing ledger boards, bolt versus nail connections, and the need for adequate footings and posts. The Gazette cites local builders and a six page safety handout advising homeowners on deck projects.
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the Gazette
Cedar Rapids
Mike Sedlacek
Iowa City
Sedlacek
Chicago
Zach Hellberg
Hellberg Brothers Construction
Stephen Burns
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Sedlacek’s
Fice
Gaster
Democratic hopefuls set Cedar Rapids fund raiser lineup
Eight Democratic presidential hopefuls plan a Cedar Rapids fundraiser on August 15 at Teamsters Hall to raise about 100000 for the Iowa Democratic Party and the Truman Fund. Speakers include Lieberman Kerry Edwards Graham Kucinich Gephardt Braun and Dean with Sharpton absent. Tickets 25 meal, 100 for Harley raffle, 10 for other raffles, doors open 5 p.m. and speeches start 6 p.m. fundraising also includes receptions at a local supporter’s home.
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The
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Cedar Rapids
Iowa
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Truman Fund
Teamsters Hall
Teamster Hall
Dochterman
16Th Ave
Labor Hall
Freedom Festival Events In Cedar Rapids Detailed Schedule
A schedule of free and paid events for the Freedom Festival in Cedar Rapids. Highlights include a Revolutionary Book Event and Amelia Earhart exhibit at local museums, walking architecture tours, and evening talks at churches and hotels. Admission varies by event. buttons provide discounts. Free Cedar Rapids bus rides offered to button wearers during festival days.
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Cedar Rapids Museum of Art
Third Ave
Amelia Earhart
History Center
First Ave
America
New Covenant Bible Church
46Th St
Faye Dudley
Twixt Town Rd
Cedar Rapids
Cityline
GazetteOnline.com
Freedomfestival.com
University Heights Joins Iowa City 911 Radio System
University Heights residents will call Iowa City police dispatchers via the 911 system. The town switches its police communications to Iowa City’s radio network, saving about $11,000 yearly versus prior sheriff service. Calls can be routed to UI and Iowa City officers, with numbers for routine calls and police messages.
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University Heights
Iowa City
Brian Shimon
Johnson County
Sheriff's Department
Shimon
University of
Iowa
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