Officials praise Kodak plant bid boosting Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids officials state Kodak's decision to locate a new life sciences plant here will create 75 to 100 jobs starting in 1990 and spur further biotech investment. Lee Liu and Priority One led the effort, with praise from Cedar Rapids Chamber of Commerce leaders and Kodak executives for the city’s economic potential and ongoing partnership.
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Terry) Branstad
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Eastman Kodak
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Johnston named publisher of Ottumwa Courier
Richard R. Johnston was named publisher of The Ottumwa Courier by Lee Enterprises official Ronald L. Rickman. The appointment takes effect December 1. Johnston, 35, succeeds Jim Crane who moves to Helena Montana paper.
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Kodak plant gains benefit for Kirkwood and Prairie schools
Cedar Rapids plant by Kodak boosts tax base for Kirkwood Community College and the College Community School District Prairie, aiding building funds and bond retirement though not operating funds. Kirkwood may win a large Industrial New Jobs Training Act contract around 3 million, with training roles varying and possibly involving University of Iowa or Kodak staff. Cedar Rapids officials and College Community superintendent see positive impacts on property values and future financing.
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Kodak plant to anchor Cedar Rapids economic growth
Kodak officials said no major concessions were sought for the Cedar Rapids plant, while the city seeks state grants to fund a 150,000 square foot facility. The project promises 300 construction workers on average over two years and hires largely from Eastern Iowa.
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Warehouse Fire Destroys Sioux City Grain and Gunpowder Warehouse
A three story warehouse in Sioux City containing grain gunpowder and ammunition was destroyed by fire Friday night with no injuries reported. The blaze began about 7 p.m. at the Felton Feed and Seed Warehouse as assistant fire chief Everett Mercer noted.
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