Trail closure to install new utility poles announced
Corridor Cedar Rapids reports the west Cedar Lake Loop Trail portion will close Monday for utility pole installation with fencing north of the bridge and along Cedar River Trail. The trail should reopen March 28. Old River Road SW at Ely Road SW near the roller dam reopened Friday after Cedar River high water forced closures since Tuesday. See Current Street Closures at cedar-rapids.org/traffic for a full list.
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Cedar Rapids man charged after park incident
In Cedar Rapids a 19 year old man, Andrew Berger, was charged with possession of a controlled substance after a confrontation in Shawnee Park. Two suspects wearing bandannas robbed him of wallet and car keys and fled. marijuana was found in Berger’s car. He signed a promise to appear.
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Houser seeks sixth term as Linn County supervisor
Cedar Rapids Democrat Jim Houser announces re election bid for District 5 supervisor aiming for a sixth term. He highlights flood rebuilding work since 2008 and his county wide public safety and emergency radio initiatives. Houser is a journeyman sheet metal worker and reserve deputy with four children and faces challengers in the June 8 primary.
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Cedar Rapids unions approve three year wage rise contracts
G R and three city bargaining units reach three year deals with 2 2.5 and 3 percent annual raises. Firefighters police and library workers agree to a $30 monthly health premium increase each year and cap shares at 10 percent of costs up to 160 monthly for family plans. Mayor Corbett calls the deals fair and manageable.
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