The appointment process continues, although a possible change in relevant state law looms. A total of 17 people applied for the vacancy that opens Tuesday on the three-member board.
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Why would an area in Iowa be named for a Missouri senator? These writers were determined to find out.
Applicants this month were sought to replace District 2 Supervisor Ben Rogers, who will resign next week after 16 years on the board.
Also, a study reports the addition of an Uptown Marion hotel would have an economic impact of $21 million over its first five years of occupancy
AniMeals, whose routes through Cedar Rapids, Hiawatha and Marion have long been dubbed “Meals on Wheels for pets,” is now joining forces with Horizons Family Services -- the local provider of Meals on Wheels for humans for 65 years.
After a Cedar Rapids license was rejected twice and as the would-be casino developers were preparing to try again, the rocky relationship between the two casino operators took a turn in 2022 -- a partnership proposal. It now has turned into a court fight.
Iowa’s four most populous counties – Polk, Linn, Scott and Johnson – would no longer receive state economic development funding under a bill advanced by House lawmakers Wednesday.
Eligible Linn County residents who want to be appointed to the Board of Supervisors have until March 23 to submit an application.
Also, Marion City Council approves incentives for Uptown housing project
The city of Cedar Rapids has “paused” internal initiatives related to diversity, equity and inclusion amid mounting state and federal pressure to dismantle related programming. It’s not alone. Other area municipal and school officials report ongoing assessments of internal practices and programs.
Government Notes: Cedar Rapids schools’ bond survey deadline is Wednesday
Also, Linn County supervisors elect new chair, vice chair ahead of resignation
A committee of three Linn County elected officials decided Friday it will pursue an appointment to fill the seat that will be vacated by Supervisor Ben Rogers’ resignation.
Cemeteries reveal rich history, including star-crossed lovers
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