Cyclists urged to weigh in on Burlington Street plan
Editorial urges informed input from cyclists on Burlington Street improvements near downtown Iowa City. It notes the project adds medians to boost pedestrian safety and may limit bike lane changes since it is not a reconstruction. Public comments run through July 31 with guidance to contact city planners and the Federal Highway Administration.
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League of American Cyclists
First Avenue
U.S. Cellular Center
Tom Ryan
Marion
Foster Parents Face Scrutiny and Support in Community Letters
Readers defend foster families amid criticism of stipends and DHS aid while noting foster care supports birth parents. They urge preserving family ties, improving poverty aid, and caution against punishing children. A separate letter questions road work grades and bicycle safety in Cedar Rapids.
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Mary Craig
Cedar Rapids
Department of Human Services
DHS
Memorial Day Flag Theft Haunts Suspect
A neighborhood recalls two consecutive Memorial Day incidents in which about twenty flags were stolen from two homes. The writer hopes the culprit is haunted each year by the unpatriotic deed, noting the pattern repeats for a second year.
Obama aims to clinch nominations amid party rifts and grievances
The piece analyzes how Obama nears the Democratic nomination while the party grapples with grievance fueled divisions over race and gender. It notes Pfleger’s mocking of Clinton, Wright's controversy, and calls for healing and unity to bridge divides before the convention.
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Flooding Brings Questions on Yesterday's Results
Area residents ask if flood conditions affected yesterday's outcomes. Officials urge patience as preliminary reports assess impact on events and transportation.
Public restroom surveillance vote prompts reader poll
Readers answer whether cameras should be used in public restrooms to aid crime detection. Poll opens daily at 4 30 p m on GazetteOnline.com with results shown as percentages.
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