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THE FLOODS OF 2008: Surviving the surge
Eastern Iowa endured the worst flooding in state history in June 2008. As we conclude our special coverage with the third of three chapters, we look at the opportunities that lie ahead for Eastern Iowa communities. Click on an image below to go to the chapter of stories detailing the flood, its aftermath and what lies ahead.
Part Three: Where we will be
Part Two: Where we are
Part One: Where we were
The new Cedar Rapids Public Library under construction in downtown Cedar Rapids June 4, 2012. (Cliff Jette/The Gazette)
The new US District Court building was open for its first day of business on Monday, Nov. 5, 2012, in Cedar Rapids. (Liz Martin/The Gazette-KCRG)
The downtown Cedar Rapids skyline is seen surrounded by flood waters and without electricity at midnight on Friday, June 13, 2008. (Courtney Sargent/The Gazette)
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