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One of Governor Reynolds’ frequent quotes is “The safety net has become a hammock.” This year, the Iowa Republican controlled …
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One of Governor Reynolds’ frequent quotes is “The safety net has become a hammock.” This year, the Iowa Republican controlled …
Last week I had the pleasure of attending Linn-Mar High School’s production of Les Miserables. It was superb! Cast, crew, …
I, like many Cedar Rapids residents, was extremely disappointed by the Cedar Rapids School Board decision to demolish Harrison School. …
Where to put all that toxic, contaminated water and soil from the C6-Zero fire in Marengo? Let me make a …
As America celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week from May 8-12, we should acknowledge the vital work of Iowa civics teachers. If …
Why don’t hospitals go to a fast-food restaurant and hire the kid sweeping the floor to be the hospital’s next …
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Thank you for your April 28 editorial, “Bird’s pause is a cruel policy.” You noted “No comment from the attorney …
Beautiful, historic Harrison Elementary School will be torn down. The Cedar Rapids School Board disappoints again. Members really don’t want …
Many in the Cedar Rapids area still rue the day when the iconic railroad depot was demolished in 1961. Let’s …
I agree with everything John Meyer said in his April 22 letter (“Congress Must Address Gun Violence”)—except for one statement: …
Ban assault style guns — no ifs, ands or buts. Cheryl Machovec Springville
Kurt Ullrich is a treasure to be cherished. He has an amazing skill in his ability to paint a picture …
In response to Annamarie Marcalus on April 16 (“UI women cement legacy of being winners,“) the Iowa women’s basketball team …
Althea Cole says shame on her readers for putting her in a box if they are surprised that she attended …
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