Cedar Rapids Demolition and Emergency Prep Lessons Highlighted
The Sixth Street Generating Station looms over Cedar Lake in downtown Cedar Rapids as of May 18 2011. Alliant Energy closed the plant after the 2008 flood but says emergency preparedness lessons will save money for the company and Eastern Iowa residents. Bob Gowin of Ryan Companies US Inc discusses the August 2011 demolition of the helix ramp of the First Street Parkade and notes improvements in utilities and contractor processes since 2008.
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Iowa arts campus marks flood recovery phase commencement
University of Iowa celebration marks milestone as three building replacements move into the visible phase of construction this summer, signaling progress in flood recovery for the arts campus.
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University of Iowa
Newtown marks six months since Sandy Hook shooting
In Newtown Connecticut residents pause six months after the Sandy Hook Elementary School massacre to honor victims and push for gun control measures amid renewed calls for progress from lawmakers and families.
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US Quick Care to Open New North Liberty Site
A new US Quick Care emergent care facility will open Monday in North Liberty. The business brief notes the site will provide basic illness care and same day appointments, expanding urgent care options in the area.
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North Liberty
Syria options slim for allies in post Assad era
The Obama administration faces limited credible partners as it weighs military and financial aid to Syrian opposition after confirming chemical weapons use. It questions whether aid will topple Bashar Assad or enable a viable post Assad government.
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NSA Surveillance Disclosure Could Ripple Through Courts
Federal officials acknowledged a massive NSA program collecting Americans phone data for years to fight terrorism. The admission could trigger seismic rifts in the legal system as defendants argue government data collection affects cases.
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Los Angeles
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