Millie Dawson to retire after 22 years directing Linn County Veterans Affairs
Milli Dawson, longtime Linn County Veterans Affairs director, will retire Oct. 7 after 22 years in the post. She built trust with Vietnam era veterans and families, supervised 40 to 50 monthly cases, and led a small staff through five office moves. The transition will involve the Linn County Board of Supervisors and the Veterans Affairs Commission.
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Taste of Cedar Rapids draws near crowds at festival
Taste of Cedar Rapids ends today after a busy weekend with nearly 10 000 attendees on Saturday. The festival runs 1 to 11 p m on Second Avenue Bridge and May's Island, with concerts by the Spin Doctors at 8 25 p m and the Gin Blossoms at 10 p m.
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Prairie dog relocated from Cedar Rapids waste plant to Iowa rescue
Jeff and Gerry Van Meter found a prairie dog at the Cedar Rapids wastewater plant in July and arranged for its move. After consulting experts and a Gazette follow up, Buddy was relocated to an undisclosed Iowa animal rescue and rehabilitation center. The Van Meters trap the animal with Shredded Wheat and corn on the cob and transported it themselves. Gerry said the prairie dog is thriving and praised the rescue center staff.
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Amana Visitors Bureau releases CD tour of seven villages
The Amana Visitors and Convention Bureau distributed 2000 copies of a $10 audio CD offering a two hour guided tour of the Amana Colonies. The project funded by state cultural authorities and local groups features 21 voices and a mix of music, with narration by Thomas Johnson.
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Highway 76 Markings Improve Safety Between Marquette and Monument
Iowa Department of Transportation adds 3M wet reflecting pavement markings and fluorescent signs along a 2 1 2 mile stretch near a bluff and railroad tracks by the Mississippi River. The project costs 133 450 dollars and cannot widen shoulders.
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