Cedar Rapids approves second virtual waiver for district
First grade teacher Robin Nelson at Garfield Elementary guides online class as Cedar Rapids Community School District wins a second virtual waiver from the Iowa Department of Education. The waiver extends virtual learning through Dec. 11 with possible return to in person Dec. 7 if conditions improve and families notified by Dec. 3. Virtual learning began earlier due to high COVID-19 spread and staff absences across the district.
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Virus questions during holidays as Iowa hospital strain rises
The Gazette reports Iowa COVID-19 hospitalizations and ventilator use hit records, with staff burnout noted as UIC leaders urge cautious behavior during Thanksgiving. Dr. Theresa Brennan emphasizes droplet spread and ongoing precautions, while avoiding extremes like wiping down groceries.
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Marion library ousts leader with no public explanation
Marion Public Library trustees voted to terminate Library Director Hollie Trenary for no just cause, providing two extra months of salary and insurance as per contract. Deputy Director Kelly Dybvig becomes acting director while city officials cite policy and plan next steps at upcoming meetings.
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Acacia Fraternity Suspended Over Hazing at Iowa
The Acacia Fraternity at the University of Iowa was suspended for high risk hazing. Investigators found new members were demeaned for religious beliefs and race and pressured to drink heavily. The report notes initiation week abuse and misogynistic name calling.
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