Debating Iowa City 21 Only Ordinance and Rights
Blake Whitten argues against the 21-only bar entry rule in Iowa City. He compares it to age based discrimination, cites city human rights code, and urges repeal as a matter of freedom and fairness while noting mixed safety statistics and political hypocrisy.
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Iowa City's 21Only ordinance praised by supporters
Letters from Greg Thompson and others defend Iowa City's 21Only after 10 p.m. bar rule. They cite a drop in high risk drinking among University of Iowa students, fewer downtown incidents, and a stronger, safer community. They urge voting no to repeal.
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Adamson Marion Support Urges Write-In Re-Election
A Marion community push endorses council member Craig Adamson for re election via write in vote. The piece highlights private investment in Uptown Marion including Philip’s Diamond Shop Capital Commercial Division and Memorial Hall renovations, praising Adamson as progressive and thoughtful.
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Support LOST funding for Marion library and local projects
Cedar Rapids resident urges support for Marion library levy boosting from 4 to 27 cents citing rising costs and staff needs. Notes 1996 opening, 22 staff, 206000 circulation. 2012 circulation above 900000 with 28 staff. Also backs Cedar Rapids LOST for street repairs. eligibility links to Cedar Rapids approval.
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Vote to Replace All Incumbents in Cedar Rapids Mayoral Race
Frank King argues the City Council has become a culture of delay and decay under Ron Corbett. He urges voters to replace incumbents and reject a sales tax extension to force reform and ensure streets are funded by a new council.
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Ron Corbett
Scott Olson
Corbett
Frank King
Cedar Rapids
Governor Branstad urged to take stand on road funding
Cedar Rapids readers urge Governor Branstad to lead on road repairs funding amid a split field of options from the Department of Transportation. Critics call for a clear stance or a decisive plan rather than neutrality, noting past bipartisan talks and vetoes.
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Department of Transportation
Donald Kaul
Branstad
Audie Murphy
Teflon Terry
Cedar Rapids
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