iPhone launches draw long lines at Cedar Rapids stores
Cedar Rapids customers braved a long wait to buy the new iPhone as stores sold out quickly. Nik and Rod Jiruska stood in line since 6 am at Lindale, while Coralville fans lined at Coral Ridge Mall, each eager to own Apple’s first‑generation device with wireless internet and touch screen.
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Joint civil court center eyed for Corridor between Cedar Rapids and Iowa City
Barron says money blocks a joint civil court building and a referendum may be needed. Linn County and Cedar Rapids officials discussed the idea in May while Bar Association boards weigh talks with Johnson County. If built, the center would handle civil cases and be sited between Cedar Rapids and Iowa City pending state law changes.
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Unique wedding venues blend art spaces with personal flair in Cedar Rapids
Eastern Iowa couples increasingly choose venues like Ara Gallery and Interiors, Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, and Englert Theatre for weddings after hours. These spaces offer built in ambiance, ornate architecture, and tailored decor while hosting ceremonies on select Fridays and Saturdays. Wedding setups vary by venue, with capacity and wall customization limits.
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City police shift change aims for efficiency in reorg
Citywide police reorganization cuts 12hour shifts to three days a week as part of flattening the structure. Officers and union leaders note potential scheduling disruption but support avoiding a return to five eighthour days. The plan also trims command ranks, with chiefs retiring or moving to captain, and no fills planned for two officer slots, promising over 250000 in annual savings.
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