Clean Up and Recycle Drive Hits Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids residents collected nearly 483 tons in four Clean Up events with about two thirds diverted from landfill. A half price appliance drop off drew 578 appliances recycled at the landfill. Contact the landfill for year round recycling details. Wind Gardens note supports Linn County decision to study wind power at county sites with a Texas company bearing study costs. County joins Interstate 480 lobbying coalition with Johnson and Black Hawk counties to boost regional growth.
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Cedar Rapids council blocks homes on piers citywide
The Cedar Rapids City Council last week voted to ban homes on piers throughout the city. The move sparks questions about flood recovery options and whether code revisions could keep pier homes as an affordable alternative. The Gazette notes demolition of the Peoples Church and plans for a new office building boosting property tax rules. Total district enrollment continues to decline with open enrollment rising as a net loss.
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Occupy Wall Street voice in a citizen letter
The writer supports Occupy Wall Street and laments privatization and big business influence that undermine democracy. They argue for constitutional rights, freedom of speech, and taxpayer influence, noting CEO pay gaps and rising inequality as drivers of protest. Marianne Michael signs the letter.
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Accountability for Actions in Marion Sting Operation
Readers urge universal accountability for actions surrounding the Marion sting, stressing responsibility for all involved from officials to clergy. They call for intervention, healing, and acceptance of consequences while condemning excuses and demanding higher standards across society.
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Marion Ward 3 and Ann Riesling Compete in City Meet
Marion Ward 3 faces Ann Riesling in a local athletics event with emphasis on speed and placement. The meet highlights a key rivalry and potential improvement for both participants in a community track circuit.
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Cartoon Debate Divides Conservatives and Moderates
A misshapen OCR text fragment rails at perceived bias in political cartoons and tax policy. It references Americans split on healthcare and corporate costs while urging respectful, peaceful civic engagement within constitutional boundaries.
Why Occupy Wall Street Needs a GOP President in 2012
The piece argues Obama’s divisiveness risks alienating independents and that Occupy Wall Street may turn against him. It suggests the movement could ally with Republicans to defeat Obama, framing it as a path to break the political status quo and energize anti Obama sentiment.
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Hospice and palliative care in health care reform debates
Discussion on end of life care emphasizes quality of life, reducing suffering, and reframing priorities. It notes stigma, high medical costs, and the need for better awareness with resources like getpalliativecare.org and local providers including Dr. James Bell of St. Luke's Hospital.
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