Truth and pirate honesty in Iowa politics
Lyz Lenz argues third party candidacy by James Hill exposes distrust in U S politics. The piece links Hill’s pirate persona and honesty to broader calls for truth amid CIETC scandal and national political cynicism. Cedar Rapids editor Lenz notes Hill’s stance contrasts with Whalen and Braley and cites historical third parties.
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Johnny Depp
Mike Whalen
Bruce Braley
Hill
TomKat
Suri
Halliburton
Democratic Party
Ralph Nader
Green Party
Democrats
al Gore
DaVinci Code
Whalen
Braley
New Jersey
James McGreevey
Oprah
Iowa
CIETC
Dallas County
Brian Gilbert
Remembering Colonial Bakery as Cedar Rapids loses a landmark
A reader recalls the Colonial Bakery in Cedar Rapids, recalling memories of bread scents and tours, and notes the long service of family members including Bill "The Bread Man" Jennings. The demolition announcement, a Gazette tribute in the past, and the bakery's impact on the community are highlighted with personal reflections.
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Fourth Avenue
Eighth Street SE
Colonial Bakery
Gazette
Cedar Rapidians
Bill
Jennings
Cedar Rapids
The
Colonial
City council backs district facelift amid design clash
Editor Mark Bowden responds to objections over reporting on the New Bohemia district facelift. The Gazette defends identifying adopted children in a murder case when relevant, while residents debate the streetscape design framed as a clash between traditionalists and artists.
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Mark Bowden
the Gazette
New Bohemia
Adoption status debated in letters on crime reporting ethics
The Gazette prioritizes shorter letters and issues over personalities while a letter from the Accurate Adoption Reporting Group argues media should avoid noting adoptive status unless essential. Community input and architects push for cultural districts to revitalize Cedar Rapids, facing pushback from traditionalist business owners. Lisa Fontaine.
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the Gazette
Bowden
Erica Zito
Cedar Rapids
OPN
Lisa Fontaine
Speed limits on 1-380 raise concerns from Cedar Rapids driver
A reader reports years of driving 1-380 from northeast Cedar Rapids to downtown and beyond and complains that speed limit signs are ignored. The writer notes 60 mph often becomes 70 to 75 mph and 55 mph near downtown feels ineffective.
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Cedar Rapids
Community voices urge safer roads and continued pool openings
J.R. Johnson and Barb Hannon push Cedar Rapids authorities to enforce speed limits on I 380 and to keep city outdoor pools open through Labor Day. They cite recent fatal crashes, planned demolitions, and lifeguard staffing woes as urgent issues affecting residents and property values.
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the Gazette
New City
J.R. Johnson
Cedar Rapids
Dee
Cee
Emily Meyer
Bever, Jones and Ellis
Recreation Department
Wellington Heights
Ellis Park
Jones
Barb Hannon
Collins Road Theaters Criticized For Not Aiding Special Needs
A Sept. letter writer condemns Collins Road Theaters for not allowing special treats for an autistic child and not offering free or discounted admission to handicapped patrons and caregivers. The writer contrasts Carmike Cinemas policy granting free admission to handicapped persons with Collins Road Theaters.
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Collins Road
Carmike Cinemas
Collins Road Theaters
Demolition Plan Prompts Pest Concerns in Moundview
Moundview residents received an FYI about Coe College demolition possibly driving roaches or mites to nearby homes. The note questions whether Coe should conduct pest control beforehand and cites Councilman Brian Fagan’s proposed waiting period to mitigate demolition effects.
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Coe College
Cee
Brian Fagan
Coe
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