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Cedar Rapids District 5 challengers eye flood, housing, streets
In Cedar Rapids District 5 two millennial challengers Ashley Vanorny and Keith Wiggins challenge 75-year-old incumbent Justin Shields in a race shaped by affordable housing and flood protection. They clash on Crestwood Ridge, street upgrades, and funding a flood-control plan estimated at 700 to 725 million with federal, state, and local options debated. Early voting is underway for the November 7 election.
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Ashley Vanorny
Keith Wiggins
Justin Shields
Vanorny
Junior League
Wiggins
Civil Rights Commission
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