Intermodal Transportation Facility eyed for Cedar Rapids growth
Cedar Rapids plans a new Intermodal Transportation Facility on Second Street SE linking Ground Transportation Center Linn County trails and downtown skywalks. The project aims to expand downtown, provide parking, support Arc of East Central Iowa FACETs programs, and secure up to 80 percent federal funding with local bonds repaid by future parking fees. Council member Sarah Henderson notes community collaboration and federal support behind the initiative.
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Skorton Departure Leaves University in Uncertain Wake
The Gazette reports a limited Q A on why University of Iowa President David Skorton and Athletic Director Bob Bowlsby resigned. Bowlsby left for a great offer after 16 years. Skorton cited personal career plans and remuneration not influencing his choice. Regents seek a new leader despite funding pressures and aim to pay appropriately.
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Regents Question Skorton Departure and Personnel Secrecy
A university dispute centers on Regent Teresa Wahlert praising colleagues while Skorton faces alleged poor treatment. The Regents cite a personnel matter to dodge public questions about his departure and reasons for the action.
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Leftist rhetoric and military critique in a reader letter
A reader rejects a July 3 letter blaming Marines for Iraqi civilian deaths and links opposition to Gitmo to broader political trends. The writer defends soldiers, cites a son serving as a West Point captain, and questions partisan double standards while mocking Grassley's proposal and past Watergate poker party chatter.
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