Cedar Rapids City Council election signals mixed support
Voters mostly backed the new government setup in Cedar Rapids with incumbent Tom Podzimek winning re election and Monica Vernon unseating Sarah Henderson in District 2. Chuck Swore faces a runoff after District 4 vote split, while critics argued the city manager has too much influence in policy.
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Chuck Wieneke
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New Beginning Sought in Iowa City Underage Drinking Fight
After a vote allowing younger than 21 in bars past 10 PM the community pushes for Stepping Up to lead a focused review of the past decade and best practices from other cities. The aim is a clear, measurable plan with enforceable recommendations to curb binge drinking among UI students.
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Call for wider E85 availability in Cedar Rapids Marion area
A Marion reader urges more E85 refueling stations to cut oil dependence. The letter cites local access in Marion and calls for corridor projects to expand corn ethanol fuel, noting a BP in Walford but pumps not active yet.
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35Th Street
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Hiawatha
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Benton County
Rory Knapp
Voters Asked If You Plan to Vote in City Elections
Survey asks residents whether they have voted yesterday or intend to vote in upcoming city elections. Respondents indicate yes or no with brief privacy note.
Mount Mercy athletics scholarships spark reader poll
Readers weigh in as 46.5 percent back Mount Mercy College offering athletic scholarships while 53.5 percent oppose. Poll details appear on GazetteOnline.com with a daily update at 4 30 p m. Don Eileen Anamosa
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Clinton Turns Gender Into Political Asset In 2008 Race
Hillary Clinton uses her gender as strength in a tight Democratic primary. Obama and Edwards struggle to shake questions about her statements on immigration and Social Security. Iowa and New Hampshire voters weigh credentials, while Clinton gains momentum with women and diverse supporters.
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Riverbank Observation From Ellis Park On Eroding Topsoil
A witness along the river at Ellis Park notes dark brown topsoil washing into the water after rain. The observer questions how long Iowa can sustain record crops as its soil erodes toward the Louisiana Delta, risking the state’s top agricultural asset.
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Obama phone call guides Iowa caucus supporters
Barack Obama spoke by phone about Johnson County and Lone Tree urging supporters to back Iowa early in the caucus. He avoided requests for money or volunteers and urged reminding wavering friends that Iowa is just the start.
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Doug Durango
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