Freedom Festival Parade Returns Amid Rain in Cedar Rapids
Crowds braved rain as the Freedom Festival parade returned to downtown Cedar Rapids with about 55 to 60 entries. Spectators praised the restored traditional format and noted veterans, local media, police and business floats among participants while festival organizers planned further events through July 4.
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Waterloo man sentenced to life for 2018 revenge murder
Raymond Birden Jr., 22, received life in prison and 150000 dollars restitution for the first degree murder of Shavendes Martin in 2018 Waterloo. Prosecutors described the case as a revenge killing after online taunts following Martin’s acquittal in the 2016 drive by shooting of Birden’s brother Otavious Brown.
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Man convicted of first degree murder in Muscatine County
A Muscatine County jury found David Hatfield guilty of first degree murder in the October 2019 death of 18 year old Kaitlyn Palmer at Saulsbury Recreation Area. Prosecutors said Hatfield shot Palmer in the head over an unwanted pregnancy. defense argued Palmer shot herself. Hatfield faces life in prison with sentencing set for July 30.
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Woman shot in leg at Marion apartment complex
Marion police say a woman was shot in the leg at Chapelridge Circle early Saturday. She was taken to a hospital with non life threatening injuries. Investigators seek information at 319 377 1511.
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Iowa Lottery Draws Reported For Saturday June 26
Results list Pick 3 Midday 6 5 0 Pick 3 Evening 1 4 8 Pick 4 Midday 6 7 9 8 Pick 4 Evening 3 5 7 4 Powerball 8 31 39 43 60 Powerball 17 Jackpot 75 million Lotto America 3 6 8 40 49 Star Ball 7
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Notice to subscribers indicates delivery holds or questions about subscriptions can be handled by Gazette Customer Care, which will close at 10 a.m. Sunday July 4 and at 1 p.m. Monday July 5.
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Are Your Finances Ready for Post-Pandemic Life
Hills Bank executive Tracy Stotler counsels budgeting for resumed activities and impulse buying caution as the post pandemic economy returns. She notes inflation at 13 year highs and suggests using savings growth options to combat rising costs.
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