Iowa leaders map flood recovery for 3 million acres damaged
Farm Bureau head predicts record crop insurance payouts in 2008 as Gov. Culver and Lt. Gov. Judge tour flood zones. They report 1.3 million acres of corn and 2 million of soybeans affected, with extensive public infrastructure damage and evacuations exceeding 40 000 residents. A coordinated federal aid plan is being assembled with officials and experts.
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Farm Bureau
Lang
Patty Judge
Iowa Agriculture
Bill Northey
Chet Culver
Judge
Culver
Iowa
Iowa spirits shine as residents aid each other in floods
Governor Culver praises volunteers and National Guard crews who have assisted Iowans since May 25. From breach of a levee near Sidney to sandbagging in Keokuk, towns across the state mobilized to protect water plants, farms, and major assets as floods surged along the Iowa and Cedar Rivers.
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Rod Boshart
Gazette
West Des Moines
America
Iowa
Chet Culver
Army of Volunteers
National Guard
Tve
Palo
Cedar Rapids
Decorah
Elkader
Sidney
Nishnabotna
Fort Madison
Culver
Keokuk
Iowa National Guard
University of Iowa
Iowa River
Cedar River
Des Moines
Ottumwa
Des Moines River
Corrections On Misquotes And Location Errors In Local News
A Friday story misquoted Jerry Anthony of Eastmoor Drive Iowa City prompting a correction. A Cedar Rapids piece misstated The Mother Mosque address and a flood cleanup notice, and a Friday report mispriced flood relief benefits.
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RoughRiders
Missy Horschbach
Cedar Rapids
Larissa Heimer
Iowa City
Siegel’s Jewelry & Loan
USHL
Jerry Anthony
Eastmoor Drive
Mother Mosque of
America
Ninth St. NW
U.S. District
Cedar River
The Gazette Publication Details and Rates
Established January 10 1883 The Gazette published daily at 500 Third Avenue SE Cedar Rapids Iowa 52401 Periodicals postage paid at Cedar Rapids Iowa Gazette Communications Inc publishes subscription rates by carrier and mail AP exclusive republication rights POSTMASTER address changes and contact numbers included
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Third Avenue SE
Cedar Rapids
Iowa
Gazette
Gazette Communications Inc
U.S
Associated Press
Local Gazette Reader tips and contact options
Community news desk lists general contact numbers for Cedar Rapids Iowa area readers. Tips line and newsroom directory provided with website for further addresses and emails.
Gazette promotes recycling and soybean ink use
The Gazette highlights its commitment to the future by printing with soybean ink and on recycled newsprint. It urges readers to recycle newspapers at City Carton on 901 Ingleside Dr SW or at local recycling locations.
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the Gazette
Ingleside Dr
Cedar Rapids loosens water restrictions and flood updates
Cedar Rapids lifts most water restrictions for residents on June 12 except heavy industry. Pools reopen, splash pads operate, and Red Cross serves up to 8,000 meals daily while flood relief logistics continue. Contractors must be city certified for cleanup work and avoid upfront payments.
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Adam Belz
Cedar Rapids
Dave Koch
Jones and Bever Park
Noelridge
Cherry Hill
Ellis Park
Peter Teahen
The
Red Cross
Westdale Mall
Sam’s Club
Blairs Ferry Road
Department of Human Services
Iowa
Greg Graham
Younkers
Flood relief efforts and closures in Cedar Rapids area
Cedar Rapids centers at Roosevelt Middle School Wilson Elementary School United Way and Echo Hill Church close today and Sunday for flood response. Eastview Christian Church opens noon to 8 pm Monday for donations. Other flood updates cover food aid shipments payroll changes mail pickup and contractor licensing.
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Cedar Rapids
Linn County
Roosevelt Middle School
Wilson Elementary
United Way of
East Central
Iowa
Echo Hill Presbyterian Church
Eastview Christian Church
Collins Rd
New Life Church of God In Christ Angel Food Ministries
Daniels Park
Judith
Boys & Girls Club of
Ellis Boulevard
St. Matthew’s Catholic Church
First Ave
13Th St
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FEMA
Louisiana
Bush
Boshart
Gazcomm.com
Jonathan D. Woods
Lance Mekota
Jeff Mekota
Swan Lake Road
North Liberty
Rod.boshart
Jim Slosiarek
Johnson County Fairgrounds
Building C
Gazette Communications, Inc
P.O
General News
Lowa City
GazetteOnline.com
Iowa City Caeces Serene
C.R
Graham
Koch
Cedar Rapids Public
Adam.belz
Flood
Angel Food Distribution
Mount Mercy
Mount Mercy College
C.A
U.S. Postal Service
Mount Vernon Rd
Mount Vernon Road
West Station
Wiley Blvd
Boys and Girls Club
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