Neighbors react to apartment developments in Cedar Rapids
Richard Rozinek voices concern over single family neighborhoods facing new apartment projects. He cites crime, drug issues, and property value decline after redevelopment, urging planned multi family zones and recounting his 42 years in Cedar Rapids with 38 in the neighborhood.
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Community letters urge tougher penalties for prostitution
Readers call for harsher consequences for customers amid online prostitution and demand targeted enforcement. They urge reviewing tax cuts and funding priorities, urging infrastructure and public services investment to support Iowa families. Chris Miller Cedar Rapids references Ernst on mental illness stigma and funding needs.
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First 100 days critique by Kathleen Parker
The columnist argues the Trump administration’s first 100 days are over and questions the value of constant scrutiny. She notes the media’s exhaustive reviews and warns against overemphasizing the sprint to reshape global affairs while urging focus on wiser leadership beyond Trump’s remarks.
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Cedar Rapids Mayor Corbett May Run For Iowa Governor
Cedar Rapids Mayor Ron Corbett signaled he is leaning toward a run for governor as he tours promoting his book Beyond Promises and outlines new education proposals. He attacked the states collective bargaining changes for K-12 teachers and argued for a pay for performance fund and more teacher training while opposing broad school vouchers. He defended his Republican credentials when questioned and criticized Lt. Gov. Kim Reynolds and Gov. Terry Branstad on taxes and policy.
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