Fire destroys two story home in Cedar Rapids
A Cedar Rapids home at 1123 21st SE burned Friday morning in a fire of unknown origin. Owner Carlo Brewster, not home at the time, found the house a total loss after returning from an errand. Firefighters reported extensive second floor and stairwell damage and continue investigating the cause.
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West Union track owner starts topless dancing venue
Lee Hansmeier who ran Echo Valley Banquet and racetrack near West Union says financial strain from a stalled race season and rising costs pushed him to convert the site into a topless lounge nearby. He now hosts dancers to cover bills while hoping racing rebounds and crowds return.
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West Liberty becomes Iowa’s first minority majority town
UI researcher Jeff Schott analyzes 2010 census data showing West Liberty with 52 percent Latino residents of 3 700, up from 42 percent ten years earlier. He notes the change marks a rare minority majority milestone since Buxton a century ago. The statewide Latino share grew from 2.8 percent to 5 percent, with urban shifts amplified.
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Cedar Rapids police identify officer in sleeping-on-job photo
Cedar Rapids police say they have identified an officer suspected of sleeping in a squad car after a low quality photo circulated online. Sgt. Cristy Hamblin notes the internal matter will be handled under department rules with discipline options possible but details may not be public.
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University of Iowa would join Melrose vendors talk if asked
UI President Sally Mason said the university would join the Melrose Avenue vendor regulation discussion if invited. City leaders are weighing a permit system to address trash and congestion on game days near Kinnick Stadium, while some residents seek curb on vendors.
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