Cedar Rapids unveils 144 million convention complex with hotel
The Center Corbet transformation adds 267 hotel rooms and 81 779 square feet of exhibit space plus 12 359 square feet of ballroom and 19 383 square feet of meeting space. The Double Tree by Hilton Cedar Rapids makes it the second largest center in the state. Local leaders say the facility will attract large conferences and boost downtown commerce. A time capsule was placed to mark the opening and a dance performance surprised attendees.
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One Dance Group
Cedar Rapids
Flood protections advancing in Coralville and Iowa City area
Coralville and Iowa City officials push flood defenses along Clear Creek and the Iowa River as the Army Corps projects Coralville Lake peaking at 712.1 feet June 8. Volunteers and city crews reinforce with sandbags at the Iowa River Power Restaurant and The Vine Tavern while new flood walls and pump stations proceed to finish by fall.
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Vine Tavern
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Iowa City
United Way Emergency Volunteer Center
Coralville
Highway 6
Biscuit Creek
Fifth Street
Third Avenue
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