Bluestem landfill fight spawns more court battles south of Cedar Rapids
The editorial argues Bluestem should decide on the Hennessey site near Cedar Rapids rather than Viola. It notes legal disputes over land ownership, FAA concerns, and potential lawsuits from neighbors if a transfer station or new landfill proceeds. A Linn County hearing on damages is set for Nov 18 with appeals possible to the Iowa Supreme Court.
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The Gazette opens letters and guest columns
The Gazette invites letters and guest columns addressing public business. Not all can be printed. writers must include full name signature street address and daytime phone number though addresses are not published. letter length suggested 650 words or fewer. one letter per writer every 30 days. Address The Gazette Box 511 Cedar Rapids IA 52406. Fax 319 398 5846. Email editorial gazettecommunications.com.
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Are we paying for the wrong 13 years of schooling
A Gazette reader argues for expanding preschool to ages 3 to 16 to strengthen early learning and reduce reliance on late teen schooling. He notes Iowa districts sensitive to costs and sports culture, citing UNI president Koob on evolving education needs and the burden of 371 districts. He invites reader contact.
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Small district pride against consolidation push in Gazette
A reader defends Iowa's small districts amid a Gazette editorial urging consolidation. She praises Olin and other small schools for offering ample activities such as band choir student council National Honor Society Thespians sports and ICN courses, arguing participation matters more than size and urging respect for named districts.
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Rain forest or real investment for Iowa's forests
A reader urges Sen. Tom Harkin to allocate up to 30 million dollars for protecting Iowa’s native forests and open spaces such as Loess Hills and the Mississippi Valley Effigy Mounds. The letter argues against funding an artificial, roofed forest and warns it would neglect existing Iowa ecosystems. The writer calls for preserving local nature rather than creating imported replicas.
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Ramp move would threaten Witwer Senior Center in Cedar Rapids
Opinion argues against placing the Witwer Senior Center and a disabled-day care facility in Bill Hoekstra's 11.4 million downtown parking ramp. The writer contends the plan wastes federal funds and risks selling costly condo space, fearing exclusion from meetings and a bad location for seniors.
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Rob Hogg Seeks Iowa House District 38 Seat
A supporter congratulates Rob Hogg on his decision to run for the Iowa House of Representatives in District 38. The note highlights his ethics, family focus, commitment to education, environment, public health, and social services, and notes endorsement by the Iowa Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers.
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Green Party Boosts Youth Voter Appeal in Editorial
A September editorial notes low turnout among youth and argues the Green Party offers fresh options. It cites Green Party registrations rising about 28 percent in two years, contrasts with other parties, and criticizes The Gazette for excluding Green gubernatorial candidate Jay Robinson from a debate.
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