Deaf child at play sign urged by Cedar Rapids parents
Kevin and Fran Ealy request Cedar Rapids City Council erect a deaf child at play sign for their 5-year-old daughter Kendy Ealy in northeast Cedar Rapids. Traffic officials will study feasibility, liability, and design concerns before any decision.
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Cedar Rapids
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Fran Ealy
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Mel Meyer
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Iowa
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Cedar Rapids Bus Dept Wins North American Safety Award
Cedar Rapids Bus Department takes first in a safety contest among similar size cities. APTA awarded the silver plaque for best safety record in 1986 at a Ontario conference. Eligible systems run at least 60 percent urban mileage and under 25 percent intercity or rural.
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Blaze Destroys Vacant Rural House Near Palo
Linn County investigators probe a fire that heavily damaged a vacant house on Chain Lakes Road near Palo. Fire crews from Hiawatha Palo Robins and Monroe responded at 9 50 p m no injuries reported and no electrical hookups or furnishings found. owner unknown.
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Monroe
Expect bigger classes next year in Cedar Rapids high schools
Cedar Rapids community high schools face larger classes next fall as increased course loads and tight funds limit teacher staffing. William Rainbow notes class size stems from student course choices rather than grade organization, while a critic leaves mid hearing. The board considers moving central offices, leasing empty schools, and selling Adams, with debate on listening to public input continuing.
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Cedar Rapids
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Ardith Bliss
Marine Circle
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