Bandmasters choose Linn County groups for convention
Two bands from Linn County Lisbon and Cedar Rapids Washington earned spots to perform at the Iowa Bandmasters Association convention May 13. Cedar Rapids Xavier girls win fifth straight state soccer title as three Corridor boys teams sweep crowns Iowa City West Xavier Regina. Matt Miller of Cedar Rapids Washington earns Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching.
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Shortage of road paint chemicals delays Linn County markings
Local roads and highways face delays in repainting due to a worldwide chemical shortage. Governments see higher paint costs and potential safety impacts as crews manage slower renewal of lane and crosswalk markings.
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Linn County
Obama ass kicks and the Andromeda Strain satire
A satirical column riffs on President Obama’s rhetoric with barracks humor about kicking asses. It contrasts the fictional film scene with real talk on action over words, cites past presidents, and critiques hypocrisy while joking about an official list of asses to kick pending approval.
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Potus
Exchange students promote understanding and peace
A Cedar Rapids high school exchange student from Indonesia describes learning about American culture, challenging stereotypes, and promoting cross cultural understanding. The piece highlights HEARTH and McKinney Vento funding, Harkin’s role, and Iowa homeless youths needing housing support and services.
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Jefferson High School
Cedar Rapids
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Tom Harkin
Iowa
HUD
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Mary Oliver
Iowa Homeless Youth Center Community Advisory Board
Iowa Move To Allow Raw Milk Sparks Petition
A call to let Iowans buy raw unprocessed milk from small farms gains support through a petition. The author argues grass fed dairy is safe and urges readers to sign online to change Iowa law restricting raw milk sales.
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Iowa
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Cedar Rapids City Manager Legacy and Call for Professional Leadership
Del Block argues Cedar Rapids should maintain a professional city manager for day to day operations. He highlights Jim Prosser as a model who prioritized community service over salary, and warns the council against reverting to a commission form.
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