Halloran Balances Faithful Civic Service With City Mayoral Hope
Kay Halloran, 68, a retired attorney and former state legislator, mentors at Johnson Elementary twice weekly as she runs for Cedar Rapids mayor. Her 2002 Wellington Heights home underscores a message of sharing success, detailing her work ethic and commitment to community.
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Gazette
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Cedar Rapids mayoral race narrows as Olson touts charity work
The city faces a historic change with a part time council vote in ten days while a Gazette KCRG TV9 poll finds 60 percent undecided. Scott Olson highlights WaterTower Place and Clipper Windpower efforts as Ol son emphasizes 34 low rent rooms in 1000 block Third Avenue SE and long top Realtor status with Skogman Realty.
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Medicare Part D seen as confusing by Cedar Rapids senior
The Cedar Rapids woman and other beneficiaries struggle to understand the new Medicare Part D program as enrollment begins November 15 for coverage starting January 1. Officials say average prescription savings reach about 1300 dollars yearly, with nearly 42 million seniors and disabled people eligible including about 500000 Iowans. Pharmacist Patrick Barnes notes 23 Iowa contracts exist and advises checking with a local pharmacist since not all plans are accepted at every pharmacy.
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Cindy Hadishie
Gazette
Onna Prat
Cedar Rapids
Prat
Dorothy Raab
Iowa City
Medicare
Johnson County
How to sign up for low income assistance and Medicare Part D
If you think you qualify for low income assistance call SSA at 1 480 0772 1213 or Cedar Rapids office at 319 393 0045 to request an application or apply online at www socialsecurity gov The office does not have applications for the Medicare Part D program. Know your drugs and enter the information on www medicare gov to find matching companies or ask SHNP or Heritage Agency on Aging for help. Check with your pharmacist to see which plans are accepted Enroll online through links from the Medicare site or call for an application Enrollment begins Nov 15. TM Answers to questions 14A
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Cedar Rapids
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Heritage Agency On Aging
Iowa City asks cost estimates for a city utility
Iowa City officials weigh the price tag for a potential city owned utility. They compare the needed equipment and final cost to a shopper awaiting checkout as voters consider a public utility referendum on November 8.
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Iowa City Voters to Decide Public Power Question
Iowa City residents vote November 8 on urging the City Council to pursue a city run power utility. The council would act on voter advice after the Iowa Utilities Board reviews a plan and potential acquisition costs estimated between 10.8 and 60 million dollars.
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Mid- American Energy Co
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