Farmstead Payroll Crisis Shocks Cedar Rapids Workers
Union leaders warn no hope amid cash crunch at Cedar Rapids Farmstead plant as banks halt payroll checks. MNB and Heller Financial provide emergency credit. 246 more workers laid off bringing total idled to about 800 while management pledges full check honoring and ongoing operations.
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Farmstead Gazette workers face uncertain future in Cedar Rapids
Farmstead Foods employees in Cedar Rapids explore life beyond the packinghouse as retraining options and unemployment registration are offered at the Local P-3 union hall. Workers weigh concessions to save the plant while planning new futures and urging self-reliance.
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Monfort interview in Cedar Rapids as plant shifts pace
Carl Monfort discusses wage scales benefits and recruitment as Monfort expands in Marshalltown and Cedar Rapids. The 940-employee plant faces competition from IBP Waterloo and Farmstead and must lure workers from long commutes while union Local 50 represents staff.
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Prisons Bill Proposes 8.5 Million for 393 Beds
A state plan backed by Gov. Branstad calls for about 8.5 million over two years to add 393 prison and community based corrections beds. The package splits beds between the department and a Democratic plan, with cash financing rather than bonding, and a disputed Polk County facility.
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Greyhound strike disruption and rider frustration across the nation
Reports describe scattered confrontations between strikers and replacement drivers as Greyhound faces a nationwide disruption. Passengers blame the company for poor warnings while Amtrak honors tickets and regional lines seek to fill service gaps.
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Remarkable Follies 1990 at Paramount Theatre Inspires
Cedar Rapids audiences witnessed Follies 1990 America The Dream Goes On at the Paramount Theatre with 80 local cast and a 17 piece orchestra. Robert L Geuder directed with Damon Cole as musical director. The production runs through March 11 and drew about 1 580 in a tightly paced two hour show featuring a strong chorus and soloists. Notable numbers include America The Dream Goes On and Beautiful Dreamer with a lush Southern section and a finale of patriotic fervor. The show blends history and culture with capable performances by diverse cast and a polished stage presentation led by director Geuder and Cole.
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Cedar Rapids Daily Briefing Highlights Local News
The Cedar Rapids Gazette reports on county developments including city council actions, school board updates, and local events. Officials address budgets and community projects while residents attend meetings and monitor public notices.
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