Cedar Rapids Mayor launches flood recovery challenge
Mayor Ron Corbett urges residents to visit at least 10 flood-affected businesses this month and cyclists to visit 15 times to aid recovery. The CR Gavel Challenge invites photo posts with the hashtag CRGavelChallenge for a chance at honorary mayor for a day and gift cards.
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NewBo City Market to reopen after flood evacuations
NewBo City Market and its 24 vendors will not reopen until October 13 following a flood evacuation. Executive director Scott Kruger cited extensive flood precautions and a longer reentry process as Cedar Rapids prepares to resume business in the NewBohemia district. The market space at 1100 Third St SE was emptied before the Cedar River rose.
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Iowa Democrats condemn Trump taxes ahead of debate
Iowa Democrats accuse Donald Trump of not paying his fair share as details emerge from a New York Times report that he may have paid no federal income tax for almost two decades. State Treasurer Michael Fitzgerald and Attorney General Tom Miller voiced criticism at a Des Moines news conference ahead of the vice presidential debate.
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Flood control plan may close Cooper's Mill hotel
Cedar Rapids officials propose a five million dollar buyout of Best Western Cooper's Mill to allow flood protection work along the river. Rob Davis notes the move would create space for the river to breathe. A flood control committee briefing is set for 10 a.m. at the City Services Center.
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