Cedar Rapids Tof alcohol and tobacco shops push council action
Cedar Rapids officials moved to tighten rules on alcohol and tobacco retailers amid growing concentration in residential corridors. The May 14 action positions the city alongside Iowa City and Marion in rethinking code language to curb shop proliferation and address health, property values, and safety concerns in the city core.
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Alcohol and tobacco license map for Cedar Rapids
The Gazette provides online access to a map showing all alcohol and tobacco licenses issued in Cedar Rapids from November 2022 to October 2023. Scan the QR code or visit thegazette.com to view the interactive list and location details for each license.
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Safety trainings and patrols mark start of boating season
Iowa lawmakers and law enforcement gear up for summer as boating season opens with expanded patrols on common water recreation areas and increased retailer training by the DNR to ensure accurate safety guidance for buyers. Susan Stocker notes the program's expansion since 2020, reflecting rising water recreation post pandemic.
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FAFSA fallout persists at Iowa colleges and universities
The Gazette reports ongoing delays and a bungled rollout of the federal FAFSA process have kept submission rates below last year across Iowa. Coe College notes a 30 percent drop in aid offers for incoming students, with UI, UNI, and Iowa State showing 9 to 18 percent fewer applications and corresponding aid reductions.
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