Blum faces backlash after urging for a recession in D C
Republican Rep. Rod Blum draws criticism in Iowa and Washington for a Twitter post calling for a recession in the capital. Labor leaders and Democratic opponents accuse him of wishing economic hardship, while Blum defends the remark as misrepresented politics and cites tax-heavy federal influence.
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Reduced Cedar Rapids library hours cut to save funds
Cedar Rapids Public Library cuts hours at downtown and Ladd locations beginning Sunday. The changes, including earlier closing times and one fewer weekend day, aim to save 460000 in the 2017 budget after voters rejected a 27 cent levy.
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Downtown and Ladd libraries set new hours and funding gap
The downtown library at 450 Fifth Ave SE and Ladd Library at 3750 Williams Blvd SW announce new hours. Hours run 9 am to 8 pm Monday through Thursday and 9 am to 5 pm Friday. Ladd opens 9 am to 5 pm Saturday and 1 pm to 5 pm Sunday. The downtown budget received a one time 700000 subsidy. city hall reversed it in 2017 but added 350000 in permanent funding, leaving a remaining gap and contributing to the library dropping to the state accreditation’s lowest tier.
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Correction notice clarifies safety standards in older vehicles
The Gazette corrects an item from Monday’s Community page stating a child can be unrestrained in vehicles built before 1965 such as a 1948 Studebaker. Readers can call the provided numbers to comment on accuracy and corrections will be published in this space.
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The Gazette Contact Details and Rates
The Gazette reports on its Cedar Rapids publication with address 501 Second Ave SE and mailing details. It lists subscription rates for in state and out of state, daily delivery, and post office box for address changes. It includes subscription service phone numbers and a general contact line.
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