Quotes of the week roundup from officials and residents
A compilation features Rich Kinney of the NWS cautions about continuing severe weather threats. Judge Stephen Locher blocks an Iowa immigration enforcement law. Cedar Rapids councilwoman Ann Poe speaks after a street accident. Iowa playwright David Adami reflects on his Tony Award winning work. Beth DeBoom notes concerns over funding for the Czech National Cemetery. U S Representative Ashley Hinson asserts broad legal freedom on contraception access.
Data center plan prompts power supply concerns in Cedar Rapids
A community letter questions Alliant Energy capacity for a proposed 576 million data center at Big Cedar Industrial Center on an 890 acre certified tract. It cites NextEra's potential restart of DAEC to meet peak demand, compares DAEC reliability to solar and wind, and urges cautious energy planning amid national political debate and public tributes to service members.
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Governor’s slam of Trump verdict departs from reality
The governor attacks a democratic process and a convicted man as a sham. The speaker questions her logic, noting the jury trial, defense team, and 34 counts. The piece urges readers to prioritize humanity over party labels and calls for reality-based views.
Wandering bear invited to share rural woods and life
Kurt Ullrich reflects on living with wildlife and growing trees under a new federal rewilding program. He notes bears wandering near his home, mice in tractors, and the tension between nature and development. He recalls slang, a hammock view of the lane toward the world, and his status as a rural observer.
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Feds
Europe
United Kingdom
Ron
Insight Books Forum for Iowa Readers and Submissions
Insight and Books invites Eastern Iowans to discuss their communities and the world. Submissions include letters up to 250 words and guest columns up to 500 words. Send to editorial thegazette com or 116 Third St SE Cedar Rapids IA 52401.
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