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Cedar Rapids mail carrier and former school board member Dexter Merschbrock said Democrats need to rebuild trust with and prioritize the interests of working-class Iowans if they are going to reverse their political skid in Iowa.

Families invited to join Parent Advisory Committee, continue submitting questions online about the College & Career Pathways program

A survey expected to go out to 60,000 voters this winter to get feedback on what projects they want to see addressed to ‘right-size’ the district.

Fitness activities for older adults at Cedar Rapids Metro YMCA offer a way for seniors to enjoy the benefits of exercising in a safe environment.

Construction of Cedar Rapids schools’ Freshman Academies and college and technical education wings could begin as early as spring break in March.

A new service in Cedar Rapids will provide “trolley” transportation to points throughout downtown this holiday season and into the new year.

The district plans to hold informational meetings next week for parents about its new Freshman Academies and College & Career Pathways programs.

The bridge will connect Czech Village and NewBo as part of the $20 million grassroots ConnectCR initiative. Once complete, the bridge will be part of Cedar Rapids’ segment of the American Discovery Trail for pedestrians and bicyclists. It also is part of the Great American Rail-Trail.

What are the old trolley corridors in Eastern Iowa being used for today? And what might they become in the future?

Also, Clear Creek Amana is considering a new policy that would prohibit the use of personal electronic devices -- which includes cell phones, headphones and other Bluetooth devices -- by students during instructional time.