Free pumpkins spark Cedar Rapids holiday spirit
In Wellington Heights Cedar Rapids about 200 gourds were carved and handed out for free by ~12 volunteers as the Neighborhood Association kicks off its annual pumpkin giveaway. President Justin Wasson says the event aims to engage kids and foster neighborhood pride. The noon to 5 pm distribution marks 17 years of the tradition begun by parole officers.
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Wellington Heights fundraiser dinner and auction slated
The Wellington Heights neighborhood Association hosts a free dinner and silent auction at 6 p.m. Tuesday at First Congregational United Church of Christ. Donations aim to raise about $1,000 to support two community gardens and summer events. pumpkins donated by Bart's Farm and Pumpkin Patch will be carved by volunteers for children.
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Blum on women's issues in Iowa ad evaluated by fact checker
The Gazette FactChecker assessed Monica Vernon's claims about Blum co sponsoring the First Amendment Defense Act and attempting to defund Planned Parenthood. It notes FADA's language could allow discrimination against single mothers and unwed parents, while confirming votes to defund Planned Parenthood and Blum's 2015 statements on directing funds away from the group.
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Iowa Lottery Night Numbers and Jackpot
Friday draws show Pick 3 Midday 7 9 7 and Evening 5 6 8 while Pick 4 Midday 7 9 5 8 and Evening 9 6 2 0. All or Nothing Midday 1 2 5 6 8 9 Evening 1 2 4 6 7 11 Mega Millions numbers 7 38 46 57 66 with Mega Ball 2. Jackpot sits at 35 million dollars.
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Gazette Company publication details and contact numbers
The Gazette established January 10, 1883, publishes daily from Cedar Rapids Iowa with periodicals postage paid. Subscription rates: carrier eight dollars per week, four hundred forty six dollars per year, out of state four hundred sixty eight dollars per year. Postmaster address changes go to Gazette Co Inc P O Box 1862 Cedar Rapids Iowa 52408. Subscription service and general numbers listed.
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