Rex Theater: Iowa’s Long-Running Family Film Haven
The Rex in Glenwood, Iowa, a 1908 to 1909 era single screen cinema, preserves a family-friendly ethos with $5 adult tickets and $10 concession combos. Owners Bill and Jeanne McGinnis restored the 1891 Odd Fellows hall and aim to expand to a Rex Performing Arts Center while maintaining a community theater feel.
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Man Charged With Possession After Linn County Incident
Robert J. Osier, 41, of 1628 L St. SW Cedar Rapids, is accused in Linn County of possession of a controlled substance marijuana at his home on Thursday. The charges are accusations and await court proof.
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Assault charges filed against four individuals in Marion
Joshua D. McCool, 20, of 262 12th St NW is charged with assault causing bodily injury for allegedly punching and choking a woman on Oct. 26. Charles B. Pirtie, 52, with unknown address, faces domestic assault charges for striking Walker. Mary L. Walker, 48, of 488 Seventh St Marion, is charged with assault while displaying a dangerous weapon after threatening Pirtle with a knife and striking him. Philippe J. Wright, 26, of 4106 Wilson Ave SW, is charged with assault causing bodily injury for allegedly punching and choking a woman Thursday.
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Theft Charge Involves Vehicle and Electronics
A suspect faces second degree theft charges for allegedly taking a vehicle valued over $1,000 belonging to Raymond Delarm from the 2800 block of Falcon Drive NE. The residence at 5107 Beverly Rd SW is linked to the case with electronics reported at $1,400 between 7 a.m. and 2 p.m. Wednesday.
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Garner takes up father's mantle in Iowa House leadership
Linda Upmeyer of Garner expected to be elected majority leader by the Republican caucus in Des Moines. The fifth term legislator may set the agenda and manage 22 new Republican freshmen as she follows in her father Del Stromer’s 23 years in the Iowa House.
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