Parker Palmer on Healing the Heart of Democracy in Cedar Rapids
Parker Palmer speaks on Healing the Heart of Democracy in Cedar Rapids bringing civic reflection to the community. The event explores democratic renewal and inclusive engagement with attendees from local groups and colleges.
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Parker Palmer
Cedar Rapids
Officials sharpen rules on head high hits in NCAA
NCAA football officials adopt a new rule this season targeting high and hard contact to players. The measure could eject players for dangerous hits, aiming to curb injuries.
Egypt urged to pull back from brink after deadly clashes
The United States urged Egypt to pull back from the brink as security forces killed dozens of Mohammed Morsi supporters and sparked a new phase in the confrontation with the Muslim Brotherhood. Health Ministry said 65 people died, with 61 on life support per Brotherhood reports at dawn.
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Dam removal and levee rebuild proposed on Maquoketa River
The Maquoketa River upstream of Anchester would gain a natural bed again if the obsolete Quaker Mill dam is removed and a breached levee rebuilt. Nate Hoogeveen of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources calls the plan a win win for environment recreation county city and dam owners.
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Iowa Department of Natural Resources
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Gazette
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Experienced executives to join Cedar Rapids casino project
Three former Peninsula Gaming top executives will lead the Cedar Rapids casino if state gaming licenses are granted. Lead investor Steve Gray says the team brings a strong Iowa track record and a shared growth vision for downtown and riverfront redevelopment. The project plans a $110 million casino on the west Cedar River side, tied to Gray Venture Partners and local investors. Peninsula Gaming previously owned Diamond Jo Casino Dubuque and Diamond Jo Worth County and sold to Boyd Gaming for about $1.45 billion.
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Iowa
Steve Gray
Cedar Rapids Development Group LLC
Peninsula Gaming LLC
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Gray Venture Partners
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