Week Ahead in Eastern Iowa Government and Education
The Gazette previews upcoming stories across government, business and education in Eastern Iowa. Highlights include the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission meeting on gambling impact, Grant Wood AEA personnel votes, Kirkwood Community College career workshop, General Dynamics expansion in Coralville, a Fourth of July holiday closure, and a USDA crop progress report with possible replant needs after heavy rainfall.
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Cedar Rapids Man Killed in Alley Stabbing
Clifton West, 34, described as a devoted father, was stabbed and died after being found in a southeast Cedar Rapids alley Tuesday night. Police have not arrested anyone, and relatives urge witnesses to seek justice without letting the case go unsolved.
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Freedom Festival Parade Boosts Cedar Rapids Downtown
Downtown Cedar Rapids energized by the 30th annual Freedom Festival parade despite light rain. More than 90 entrants showcased in a 90 minute event drawing about 10 000 spectators and highlighting local businesses and organizations to aid downtown revitalization. Therapy dogs joined families along Third Avenue SE as residents praised the event and parking proved the main challenge.
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Parade Winners Highlight Local Pride and Floats
The Cedar Rapids parade crowned the Leonard Pfeifer Best Original Float Award to the Czech Heritage Foundation. The winning float honored veteran photos and a Statue of Liberty depiction, with Theresa Pfeifer nearby and Tim Pfeifer continuing the float tradition since 2011.
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Gazette subscriber rates and contact details
The Gazette announces subscription prices for in state and out of state delivery and motor route options with weekly and annual rates. Contact numbers for subscription service and general inquiries are listed along with the publication address in Cedar Rapids Iowa.
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