Cedar Rapids safety race candidates seek peace in long running feud
In Cedar Rapids two public safety commissioner candidates spoke to The Gazette about ending a two year union fire department dispute with Fire Chief Brad Gorman. Firefighter Brad Harper outlined oversight and a citizen committee while Nancy Evans emphasized neutral mediation, federal dollars for policing, youth programs and stronger housing and downtown vitality. Both claim the role oversees police fire and support services and acts as a council member on city decisions.
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Nancy Evans
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First snowfall hits eastern Iowa before Halloween
Snow blanketed eastern Iowa with 1 to 2 inches in Cedar Rapids Des Moines and suburbs as a narrow band stretched from Van Horne to Dubuque. Forecasters noted Des Moines logged 1.8 inches by 9 p m with melt expected due to warmer ground. Snow also fell across the eastern two thirds of the state with rain and sleet elsewhere.
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Survivor of 1991 University of Iowa shooting leaves Iowa City for Berkeley
Miya Rodolfo-Sioson, the lone survivor of Gang Lu's rampage, plans a December move to Berkeley California for warmer weather and new opportunities in disability or Central American nonprofit work. She seeks an internship or job while attending a vigil for victims. She cites a settled court case with Liberty Mutual as a factor and will be helped by her mother in housing.
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Cedar Rapids Tree of Five Seasons landmark proposal
Citizens weigh privately funded Tree of Five Seasons as a potential city landmark in Cedar Rapids. The TEL US crowd surveys public opinion on whether the project should proceed and its value to the community.
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Halloween events and public notices across Cedar Rapids and vicinity
Calendar items list Halloween attractions in Iowa City Coralville North Liberty and Monmouth with times admission and locations. Also shows music lectures clinics workshops charity drives and city services plus local obituaries crime reports and a medical examiner note.
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Angels in America at Hancher Auditorio m presents epic two part drama
Helen Chadim reviews the two part stage presentation Angels in America at Hancher Auditorium. The production combines lavish sets costumes and lighting with a frank blunt portrayal of gay life and politics in Washington DC. Jonathon Hadary portrays Roy Cohn with dark intensity.
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Darth Vader
Fangs Spark Halloween Fun At Local Denture Demo
Dana Tow, 39, of Atkins, among 15 participants in an afternoon lang work event, shows off new teeth that will be painlessly removed later. Hall notes no tooth damage. Tow, a Coast Guard veteran injured in a motorcycle accident, aims to surprise his kids and join Halloween festivities. Brown hopes the teeth add to trick or treat thrills as she jokes about giving candy after a scare.
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Atkins
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Linn-Mar Schools shift from Halloween to fall celebrations
O Connor and Brousard say Halloween parades end, replaced by fall events tied to learning. Nixon and Taylor schools join, fifth graders held Colonial Days feast, while costumes depicting violent themes are discouraged. Some campuses schedule fall parties with optional costume parades.
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Taylor
Linn-Mar
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