Editorial: Olson Holds Edge in Cedar Rapids District 4 Race
The Gazette endorses Scott Olson for Cedar Rapids District 4 over Jean Leaf, Scott Olson, Steven Rhodes, and Cloyd Robinson. It cites Olson’s development background and flood protection stance while noting ethical concerns and Robinson’s inconsistent published critique.
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Gazette Editorial Board Endorsements for Cedar Rapids Races
The Gazette Editorial Board schedules endorsements for Cedar Rapids City Council contests. Friday covers District 2, today District 4, and Sunday an at large race. Leaf and Rhodes are praised for neighborhood focus and community service, urging engagement and watchdog spending.
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Honor Flight memories and political reflections from Iowa
A reader praises an Honor Flight trip on Oct 18 with the World War II group and thanks sponsors coordinators and volunteers in Cedar Rapids and Iowa City. The letter also criticizes anti government rhetoric in Republican debates and highlights Marion mayoral candidate Nick Glew’s community initiatives and plans for Uptown Marion and Main Street designation.
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Halloween costumes for grown ups satire and tips
A humorous column suggests adult Halloween outfits poking fun at finances tech and politics. It riffs on debt the 1 percent Mad Men safety-witch and political figures with provocative prods and light mockery.
Crisis program a bold step for mental health hope
A Cedar Rapids columnist argues Linn County funding cuts threaten the Mobile Crisis Outreach program run by Foundation 2. Since 2004 MCO provided 24 hour on site crisis response, resolving emergencies in homes and schools within 60 minutes. It saved lives and reduced hospitalization costs, with strong testimonials from clients and families. Elizabeth M. Ray chairs Foundation2.
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