Iowa Guardsmen face gaps as one-fifth lack jobs after Afghanistan return
The Gazette notes 560 of 2,800 Iowa National Guard members returned from Afghanistan last July without jobs. ESGR links veterans to employers, educating recruiters on translating military skills to civilian careers in HR, accounting, maintenance, and tech. The Des Moines town office coordinates about 150 volunteers to support outreach and awards outstanding employer support with the Freedom Award.
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City council endorsements and honors in Cedar Rapids race coverage
The Gazette Editorial Board outlines endorsement schedules for Cedar Rapids City Council races with events in District 2 District 4 and at large. The piece notes Patriot Awards and honors for Iowa companies including Eastern Iowa Construction Marion Integrated DNA Technologies Coralville and Worley Ware Housing Cedar Rapids, and highlights ESGR efforts aiding veterans under USERRA with contact info for volunteer inquiries.
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Letters on Cedar Barpdie sign fees and Todd Dorman column
A reader critiques city signs and fee practices for a sign at a public space and questions reimbursements. The letter references Cedar Barpide, a Pete, two employees, and a no refund stance. A new City Council member is urged to address Todd Dorman’s column and Lag Mathis’s responsiveness.
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Hogg spotlight redirected not stolen in Iowa debate
Readers comment on Gov. Terry Branstad and Sen. Rob Hogg. They critique funding cuts to tobacco cessation and addiction programs, endorse environmental action, warn about Keystone XL impacts, and urge residents to back pro environment and anti pollution candidates in local elections.
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Thanks to Helpers for BrewNost Event at Veterans Memorial Stadium
The Museum Guild of The National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library expresses gratitude to Veterans Memorial Stadium staff for stadium and kitchen access for BrewNost on Sept. 23. Special thanks to Scott Wilson of Cedar Rapids Kernels for guidance and facility use.
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Cain campaign video stirs reactions with smoking moment
Pundits debate Herman Cain’s campaign video showing Mark Block smoking at 40 seconds. Some call it a clever break, others say in bad taste, while commentators speculate on its meaning and potential impact on voters and policy perception.
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