Town survey finds high resident satisfaction with city services
The Gazette reports a market research survey for the Total Quality Service steering committee showing 96 percent satisfaction with the public library, 84 percent with garbage pickup and snow removal on public lots, and lower yet still strong ratings for street snow removal and parking rates. It notes lesser awareness for Parks and Recreation programs and Fire Department demonstrations, urging ongoing improvement and learning from the process.
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Dan Wiese
Parks and Recreation Department
Fire Department
Franklin on a new one hundred dollar bill
The new one hundred dollar bill features a larger Benjamin Franklin portrait a security thread fine lines and color changing ink that shifts from green to black. Old bills stay in circulation until replaced.
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Benjamin Franklin
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Hollywood racism debate fuels Oscar debate across industry
People magazine asserts racism persists in Hollywood affecting Oscar voting and employment. Critics challenge the claim while noting underrepresentation in the Academy. Actors and officials discuss biases, access, and the slow pace of change amid a charged national conversation.
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Hollywood
People Magazine
Tinseltown
People
L.A
Bruce Davis
The
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Academy
Davis
Morgan
Kenny “Babyface
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Fox
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Jet Magazine
Whitney Houston
Steve Martin
Roxanne
Robin Williams
Woody Allen
Barbra Streisand
Penny Marshall
Russell Williams
Letters advocate CenterSpace cultural center for downtown Iowa City
Iowa City residents urge building a CenterSpace cultural and conference center on the last urban renewal parcel downtown. Proponents cite strong support from 40 cultural groups and local businesses and emphasize linking arts with commerce to boost downtown vitality and attract visitors.
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Iowa City
CenterSpace
Johnson County
Madison
Minnette Doderer Praised as Iowa House Leader
A letter extols long time legislator Minnette Doderer of Des Moines Iowa House District 45 for her public service energy and new ideas. The writer commends her reputation influence and commitment to fair efficient policy for all Iowans.
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Minnette Doderer
Diowa City
Iowa House of Representatives
Des Moines
Gazette letter submission guidelines
The Gazette invites letters up to 300 words. Include name street address and daytime phone number. Only name and hometown will be printed. Mail to Cedar Rapids Gazette Box 511 Cedar Rapids Iowa 52406. Fax 319 398 5846 Email gazette fyiowa infi net.
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Cedar Rapids
Iowa
Gazette
Retired Indian Officer Praises The Gazette’s Broad Coverage
A former Indian media officer, who lived in Marion since March 1995, credits The Gazette with keeping him well informed about events in the United States and worldwide. He applauds the paper for highlighting government and agency surveys and their findings shaping public life.
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India
Marion
The
Gazette
United States
Pigeon roost project sparks taxpayer backlash in Cedar Rapids
Local residents question use of public funds for a donated pigeon roost in the riverfront parks. They accuse officials of destroying taxpayer property to place a controversial art installation while funds remain short. Critics urge private funding and warn of cleanup costs and future burdens on residents.
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Cedar Rapids
Second Street
Robert J. Kelchen
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