Cedar Rapids studies intermodal plan and bus depot fit
City staff will study merging the bus depot with a proposed Intermodal Transit Facility to avoid obsolescence and improve downtown First Street SE. The plan faces concerns about serving city buses and pedestrian safety while leveraging federal funding for future transportation.
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Grade letters evolve in Cedar Rapids elementary schools
The district adopts a three symbol system M meeting expectations W working toward meet ing expectations and A an area of concern, replacing E exceeds expectations. The shift aims to boost parent teacher dialogue and reveal details behind the letters.
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Romney to Improve U S Finances and Personal Habits
A letter endorses Mitt Romney for president citing his business success and governorship in Massachusetts. It argues the country faces terrorism and economic strain from big government, urging budget responsibility and healthier personal choices.
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Yesterday's debate on retaining In God We Trust on currency
A discussion resurfaced on whether the motto In God We Trust should stay on U.S. coins and bills. Proponents cite tradition and law while opponents urge secular neutrality and possible removal.
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Edwards for President rallies unions and condemns Bush
A reader letter endorses John Edwards, citing union support from United Steelworkers and others, backing his stance on Employee Free Choice Act and fair wages. The piece criticizes Bush calls his slogans insincere and accuses him of stalling on the Iraq surge. The author labels Bush’s leadership as failing and urges continued support for Edwards in caucuses.
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Gingrich on reform and an agenda for America
The former House speaker says he is not running for president in 2008 and focuses on his American Solutions program. He argues for government reform, stronger homeland security, immigration action, and a tough, national interest driven agenda amid Bush fatigue and Democratic gains.
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