Levee and Buyout Plans Discussed for Cedar Rapids Floods
City officials and the Corps weigh flood-control options including levees walls and buyouts to protect Cedar Rapids. FEMA funded buyouts may limit new levee placements and a flood-mitigation plan is due by Sept. 12 with buyout funding at least a year away.
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Council
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Shriners Face Civic Battle Over Zoo Animals at Cedar Rapids Circus
The Shriners Circus faces an ordinance barring animal displays in extreme temperatures, prompting a petition drive to change rules. Crowds express disappointment as animals were kept in shade. protesters argue for humane treatment while organizers highlight support from the Linn County Fair Board and ongoing tractor pull events.
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Laurie Crawford Stone
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Iowa
Linn County Fair Board
Taylor
Linn County
Wisconsin
Brayden Crist
Central City
Megan Crist
Megan
Mitchell Crist
Shloe
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