Cubs Spirits Run Deep Beyond the World Series
Linda Kuster recalls family rituals and lifelong memories tied to the Chicago Cubs from Wrigley lore to Opening Day, 2007 and 2008 losses, and her enduring fan journey in Cedar Rapids. She roots for a triumph this Sunday, sharing personal bonds, devotion, and community joy.
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Cubs
Gabby Hartnett
Ernie Banks
Ron Santo
Wrigley
Jack Brickhouse
Chicago
CTA
Fergie Jenkins
Linda Kuster
Cedar Rapids
Linda
Vernon Research Group
Wrigleville
Ibkoffers
Community endorsements highlight Blum and Whitehead in Iowa races
A reader endorses Rod Blum for Congress emphasizing independent leadership and economic focus. Another supporter backs Richard Whitehead for Iowa House District 95, praising education, collaboration, and commitment. Mary Jo Hamstock and Tracy Ehlert underscore Liz Mathis for state Senate citing early education and mental health priorities.
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Rod Blum
Blum
Richard Whitehead
Whitehead
Tom
Iowa House
Mary Jo Hamstock Vinton
Gazette
Liz Mathis
Thave
Sen. Mathis
Hiawatha
Iowa Kids & Working Families
Iowa
Tracy Ehlert
Cedar Rapids
Clinton health plan critique and proposed public option
From a Harrop column the piece discusses Obamacare premium trends and the political response. It notes claims about sky rocketing costs are misread, cites lower unsubsidized premiums, and argues for Hillary Clinton proposals including a public option and expanded Medicare.
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Bill Clinton
Clinton
Obamacare
Hillary Clinton
Mother Mosque stands as Cedar Rapids neighbor symbol
David Klope of Mount Mercy University argues the Mother Mosque embodies immigrant integration and communal peace. The 80 year old North America’s oldest mosque sits in Ellis neighborhood, restored in 1992, underscoring Cedar Rapids’ diverse fabric and a forum on immigration and civic cohesion.
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America
Ellis
North America
Mother Mosque
ISIS
United States
David Klope
Mount Mercy University
Flaherty
Basile Hall
Mount Mercy
U.S
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