Day of Caring Volunteers Plant Seedlings at Cedar Rapids Farm
Volunteers from multiple organizations joined the United Way Day of Caring at Cultivate Hope Urban Farm in northwest Cedar Rapids. Ella Weber from Springville and Jessie Sann of Marion weeded, planted sunflowers, and watered seedlings as teams worked at the urban farm and other area sites.
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Linn-Mar budget steady after last year's cuts highlighted
Linn-Mar Community School District keeps its fiscal 2026 plan at 177 million dollars with a stable general fund of 106.7 million and a 17.99 dollar per thousand property tax levy. Officials cite underfunded state per pupil aid and prior staffing cuts as factors shaping the budget though enrollment shifts and open enrollment trends continue to influence funding and class sizes.
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Correction on Scope of Pipeline Eminent Domain Bill
The Gazette notes an editorial misstated House File 943 scope regarding halting eminent domain for hazardous liquid CO2 pipelines on agricultural land. Corrections will be published. readers may call 319 398 8313 or 1 800 397 8212 with comments on accuracy and fairness.
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Local Authorities Encourage Gazette Tip Line for News
Readers are urged to use The Gazette News Tip Line at (319) 398-8313 or 1 800 397 8212 to share news tips. Calls welcome from the public to help report events, investigations, and community updates promptly.
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