Two women injured in I 380 crash after tire blowout
A tire blowout on I 380 north of County Home Road caused a southbound vehicle to jackknife into the median injuring three occupants all wearing seat belts. Kathleen Robinson, Phyllis Robinson, and driver Harland Robinson were treated and released at Mercy Medical Center Cedar Rapids. Police seek two men in Cedar Rapids who attacked a pedestrian on 19th Street SE. victim required stitches at Mercy. Call (800) 272-7463 for tips with anonymity and possible reward.
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Marion Named Cultural and Entertainment City
Marion designated cultural and entertainment city by Iowa state official Mayor John Nieland notes fewer than 100 U S cities hold the designation. Recognition tied to the Marion Arts Festival in its 14th year the new historic museum downtown layout and the June 16 grand opening at 11 a m of an Arts and Environmental Center at Lowe Park for artist displays.
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Gazette seeks groups for Discovery section Aug 6 issue
The Gazette announces Discovery a yearly feature for Linn and Johnson counties. It invites clubs lodges and organizations to submit a brief group description meeting times contact person name phone email and mailing address by June 19 for inclusion.
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Warden at Anamosa State Penitentiary Gets Inside View
Christoph Trappe reports on Jerry Burt, 53, the new warden at Anamosa State Penitentiary. Since February he oversees nearly 1,300 inmates, checks daily operations from his office, and keeps in touch with staff and inmates about grievances and positive notes.
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Bicycle lanes vs bike paths debate in city streets
Mike Deupree argues for physically separated bike paths over standard bike lanes to resolve conflicts between cyclists and motorists. He notes rider visibility and safety issues and urges routes that keep cyclists off busy streets like Collins Road, despite higher costs. He cites environmental benefits and legal rights for cyclists while acknowledging strong opposing views.
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