Westdale Mall revival advances with phased loan guarantee
Cedar Rapids eyes an 11.5 million backing for the 90 million Westdale redevelopment led by John Frew. City officials propose guaranteeing a bank loan and releasing funds in phases as goals are met, to reduce taxpayer risk while preserving land leases if targets fail.
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Marion district names two superintendent finalists
Marion Independent School District released the names of two finalists Joseph Dyer of Southampton New York and Michael Houseley of Belvidere Illinois for superintendent. Dyer was chosen after meetings with board members and staff.
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Readers weigh needs for year round sports and gross misreads
Cedar Rapids letter writer argues for an indoor 12 month facility like Monticello's Eastern Iowa Sports Facility, praising Roeder but urging year round practice. The piece also tackles Second Amendment and Ten Commandments debates, urging informed views and action on water quality funding and targets. Darrel Winder signs.
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Gingrich calls to double NIH funding again
Froma Harrop notes Gingrich’s call to restore and double the NIH budget, praising his push amid a 20 percent real decline since 2003. She cites NIH scale, its past breakthroughs, and the cost savings from delaying Alzheimer's onset, urging adherence to robust federal medical research funding.
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Mercy Mercy donor drive highlights National Donate Life Month
Tim Charles urges donor registration at Mercy Medical Center during National Donate Life Month. Roxy Grady, a Mercy employee awaiting a kidney, has lived with dialysis since 2008. her story underscores the lifesaving impact of organ and tissue donors and the need for regular health checks.
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