Linn County leaders reflect on resilience after 2008 flood
Linn County Supervisor John Harris highlights Iowa resolve and flood recovery progress since 2008. He cites road and building restorations, announces a $28.1 million public health and youth development center and an $18 million Prospect Meadows with 17 baseball diamonds and a Miracle Field. Harris notes GOP legislature concerns and the move to a three member board, urging forward vision.
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Volunteers sought as RAGBRAI comes to Iowa City
Iowa City seeks more than 500 volunteers for the RAGBRAI ride on July 27. Helpers staff information centers camps and beverage gardens assist hospitality trash recycling shuttles and check-in for three hour shifts. Training is July 12 at Mercer Park with sign ups via volunteerunitedwayjwe.org.
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Gazette subscription details and contact information
The Gazette lists publication details, pricing for delivery options, and contact numbers for subscription service and general inquiries. It provides the Cedar Rapids address, post office routing, and mailing offices.
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Iowa Voter ID Law Challenged by LULAC
The Iowa chapter of the League of United Latin American Citizens filed a Polk County suit challenging the state voter ID law. They cite shortened early voting and ID requirements as pressuring minorities and vote counts. Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate defends the law as generous with Election Day registration online options and long absentee periods.
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Cleveland Park splash pad shut after vandalism in Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids closes Cleveland Park splash pad at 1600 Eighth Ave SW after rubber matting vandalism. City says matting must be repaired for safety. expected three days to fix with reopening hoped by Saturday.
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