White Elephant Saved at 11th Hour in Cedar Rapids
In Cedar Rapids the 135 year old White Elephant building in New Bohemia was moved three blocks to avoid demolition just before a permit deadline. Beth and Tom DeBoom and Primus Construction funded the move, after the Historic Preservation Commission placed a 60 day hold.
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Aylsworth House
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Ernst undecided on Trump VP bid during Iowa tour
U.S. Senator Joni Ernst, at an Anamosa town hall on April 29, has not ruled in or out the possibility of serving as Donald Trump’s running mate. A spokeswoman said she will continue touring Iowa to hear from residents and turn feedback into action in Washington.
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Anamosa Public Library
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Washington
Branstad backs Ernst as Trump running mate
Iowa Governor Branstad presses Senator Joni Ernst as a possible running mate for Donald Trump. He says Trump would shake up Washington and notes Ernst’s military and congressional experience as key assets from a swing state. Branstad has contacted Chris Christie to arrange a meeting to promote Ernst’s credentials.
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Iowa
Joni Ernst
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Branstad
Washington
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Chris Christie
Trump
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Statewide rules set for Uber in Iowa approved
Gov. Branstad signs a bill establishing statewide minimum standards for ride hailing. The law requires driver background checks and proof of adequate insurance while allowing municipalities to impose stricter rules. Uber operates in Ames Cedar Rapids Des Moines Quad Cities and Iowa City and welcomes uniform rules for the industry.
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Terry Branstad
Cedar Rapids
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Sagar Shah
Lyft
Erin Murphy
Iowa Capitol
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