Bomb threat halts emergency center operations in Iowa City
The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics Emergency Treatment Center was evacuated for nearly two hours after a bomb threat reported at 5:40 p.m. A family member admitted placing the call. no explosives were found by police with K 9 search. Area declared safe at 7:30 p.m. No names released and several agencies assisted.
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Cigarette Outlet Cuts Weekend Hours in Cedar Rapids
The Cigarette Outlet at 1401 First Ave NE will close at 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays to curb litter loitering and crime. Owner Mike Gripp called it a safety measure saying money is not everything. Police consider a substation near First Ave East and 15th St SE as part of crime reduction efforts.
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Marion seeks new superintendent qualities panel forms profile
A Marion High School forum gathered fourteen participants to rate qualities for the next Marion Independent School District superintendent. Ray and Associates Cedar Rapids firm will summarize input for the school board, which will craft a candidate profile after a Monday meeting.
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Iowa City schools seek 30 cent property tax hike
The Iowa City Community School District proposes a 30 cent increase per thousand in property taxes for 2009 2010 to hedge against potential state cuts. The district projects a general fund of up to 115.4 million with reliance on state funding and reserves nearing depletion. A public hearing is set for April 14.
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