Cedar Rapids library tweaks eyed to boost access at west side
Gazette urges a west side branch to serve all patrons and notes two Cedar Rapids branches may be closed due to falling use. The editorial suggests Sundays summer hours, coffee service, and better parking, while debating closing the east side branch near Marion Public Library.
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Ex-officer backs courtesy for horse and rider in Iowa
Mahlon M. Coleman notes California has a law on noise and speed near horses and riders and urges Iowa to pass a similar statute. Iowa Highway Patrol confirms no such law exists. He calls for legislators to require safe, courteous treatment to reduce serious equestrian accidents and curb scofflaws.
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1998 Cedar Rapids Freedom Festival celebrates family and community
The Cedar Rapids Freedom Festival runs June 25 to July 5 featuring 100 plus events across town. New offerings include Kid Zone at Kirkwood Community College and downtown, Our Family Roots opening ceremony, The Grass Roots Band, McLeodUSA Family Night, Big Band Bash on Mays Island, and daily fireworks June 26 27 28 and Fourth of July. Buttons cost 2 dollars and fund free admission to over 80 percent of events. Volunteers welcomed. festival president is Bill Prowell.
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Giving as wealth in the Pueblo spirit
Mount Vernon letter writer Bob Campagna argues true wealth is measured by what one gives, not what one owns. He critiques CEO pay, wage cuts, and soaring million dollar homes while others struggle to rent. He urges honoring justice and balance through resource and time donations.
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Bob Campagna
Mount Vernon
Gazette letter policy and contact details
The Gazette invites reader letters up to 300 words. Include your name street address and daytime phone. Only name and hometown appear with the letter. Address Cedar Rapids Gazette Box 511 Cedar Rapids Iowa 52406. Fax and email provided for submissions.
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Law on Slowing for Horses Advocated by Retired Officer
Mahlon M. Coleman from Pebble Beach California cites a California Vehicle Code rule requiring motorists to slow or stop when passing horses and riders. He urges Iowa to adopt a similar provision after reading an editorial in The Gazette praising cautious driving around equestrians. He argues enforcement would deter dangerous passing and protect riders.
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Historian Mark Wagner Recreates 17th Century Canoe Journey
At Pinicon Ridge Park on a Saturday evening, Mark Wagner dressed as a French explorer paddled a birch bark canoe while singing in French. He narrated life of early traders and Native Americans, answering questions as rain teased the lantern-lit display. Ben Wolverton, Troy Mills.
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Europe
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Troy Mills
Cedar Rapids weighs adding homosexual protection to civil rights
The city considers amending its civil rights ordinance to cover homosexual behavior with a June 15 Ordinance Committee meeting at 5:30 p.m. in City Council chambers. The Civil Rights Commission will meet June 23 to review the recommendation and all sessions are public.
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Editorial Letters Challenge Local 1 Cent Tax Debate
Readers argue the 1 cent local option sales tax harms Cedar Rapids households. They compute five year costs, urge a no vote, and challenge planned projects. Names include John A. Fields Robert L. Cruise and David Clemens from Cedar Rapids.
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John A. Fields
Cedar Rapids
Letters Sought For June 23 Local Option Tax Vote
The Gazette invites letters to the editor on the June 23 sale tax vote in Cedar Rapids and Linn County. Submissions should reach the editorial department by noon Wednesday June 17 and be concise for a better chance of publication.
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