116 3rd St SE
Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52401

Grace Nieland
I serve as The Gazette’s Linn County government reporter and cover local government and municipal services in Cedar Rapids, Marion, Hiawatha and surrounding Linn County communities. I have been a journalist in northeast Iowa for three years. I have covered topics ranging from local government and business to public safety and courts. My favorite part of my job is learning a bit about a lot while connecting with the community I call home. Outside of work, I enjoy reading, hiking and fiber arts. Sign up for my weekly Linn County Newsletter.
Latest Articles by Grace Nieland
Local Government Aug. 11, 2025 10:33 am59d ago
In collaboration with Alliant Energy, the smart streetlight project aims to enhance energy efficiency and offer additional amenities in Mount Vernon’s uptown area.
Local Government Aug. 7, 2025 4:35 pm63d ago
City officials call it a “proactive” move aimed at maximizing future earnings.
Local Government Aug. 6, 2025 7:20 am65d ago
Linn County officials this week approved funding for three studies to learn more about current water quality conditions.
News Aug. 5, 2025 3:55 pm65d ago
NewBo City Market Executive Director Julie Parisi will step down Aug. 15.
Local Government Aug. 5, 2025 4:04 pm65d ago
The penalty relates to wells dug at Cedar Rapids data center construction site.
Local Government Aug. 4, 2025 11:26 am66d ago
Also, Fairfax will host an open house for city administrator finalists
Local Government Aug. 4, 2025 4:00 am67d ago
An Iowa native, Mardorf was hired in June to lead oversee parks operations and spearhead department initiatives.
News Aug. 4, 2025 1:03 pm66d ago
The free admission days supported by the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation.
News Jul. 29, 2025 4:08 pm72d ago
Announcement comes after fatal shooting at NYC office building.
News Jul. 29, 2025 4:30 am73d ago
State Library of Iowa attributes delivery changes to “rising costs and federal budget uncertainty.”
Curious Iowa Jul. 28, 2025 12:21 pm73d ago
Iowa programs tend to focus on physical improvements, emotional support to help older adults.
News Jul. 28, 2025 7:55 am73d ago
The discovery of dozens of temporary, unpermitted wells on a Cedar Rapids construction site has set off a flurry of public confusion and regulatory response across several governmental bodies over the last month.
Local Government Jul. 25, 2025 7:40 am76d ago
The two projects will add a combined 48 units to western Cedar Rapids in previously flood-ravaged areas.
Local Government Jul. 23, 2025 7:18 am79d ago
In an effort to comply with state law, the Cedar Rapids City Council on Tuesday voted 7-2 to advance a staff proposal to eliminate the section of the city’s municipal code outlining the makeup and responsibilities of the citizen review board.
Local Government Sep. 3, 2025 9:29 am36d ago
The commission unanimously approved the draft code at its Monday meeting. Now, it heads to the Board of Supervisors.