This is the first time I’ve publicly weighed in about local politics. As CEO of a local technology company doing …
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Dennis Henderson Letters to the Editor Oct. 29, 2021 1:12 pm1513d ago
This is the first time I’ve publicly weighed in about local politics. As CEO of a local technology company doing …
Ordover Letters to the Editor Oct. 29, 2021 1:12 pm1513d ago
When I had the idea for the NewBo City Market, Dale Todd was the first person I called. He became …
Melanie Olson
Letters to the Editor Oct. 29, 2021 1:11 pm1513d ago
This is our wake-up call! Do you want to settle for good, or do you want great?! Now is the …
Richard Hrvol
Letters to the Editor Oct. 29, 2021 1:11 pm1513d ago
Ten years is too long; if approved, the extension should be limited to three years due to the current uncertainty …
Donald Unash
Letters to the Editor Oct. 29, 2021 1:11 pm1513d ago
Cedar Rapids drivers have gotten the message why we constantly need pothole crews fixing the streets. Now if only the …
Bob and Lois Buntz
Letters to the Editor Oct. 29, 2021 1:11 pm1513d ago
Mayor Brad Hart is a dedicated, responsible, hardworking, focused and genuine leader who has the experience and knowledge needed to …
John Tursi
Letters to the Editor Oct. 29, 2021 1:10 pm1513d ago
By voting “yes” for Public Measure G on Tuesday, Nov. 2, Linn County residents have the potential to one day …
Tim Trosky
Letters to the Editor Oct. 29, 2021 1:10 pm1513d ago
After seeing the TV commercials, ads and my experiences I made my decision on mayor and the casino. Tiffany O’Donnell …
Amy Foster
Letters to the Editor Oct. 29, 2021 1:08 pm1513d ago
Kerri Davenport is running for the at-large seat on the Cedar Rapids School Board, and she has my vote. I …
Les Deal
Letters to the Editor Oct. 29, 2021 1:08 pm1513d ago
Gamble on the good things in life — let’s gamble on ourselves being worthwhile people. Let’s gamble that we can …
Jim Throgmorton
Letters to the Editor Oct. 29, 2021 1:08 pm1513d ago
Many people have asked who I support in Iowa City’s forthcoming city council election. Three people are seeking to fill …
Tara McGovern Dutcher
Letters to the Editor Oct. 30, 2021 8:40 am1512d ago
With admiration after a year of Hai Huynh’s service as a Coralville City Council member, I invite you to celebrate …
Linda Foens
Letters to the Editor Oct. 29, 2021 1:07 pm1513d ago
Traffic was a nightmare for dropping off or picking up my son when he first started elementary school. Cars parked …
Eric Gutschmidt
Letters to the Editor Oct. 28, 2021 12:25 pm1514d ago
In March of 2020 I proposed building a modest duplex in Wellington Heights. It would have been the first new …
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