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KCRG : FEMA Says Building Cedar Rapids Library at TrueNorth Site Too Costly | KCRG-TV9 | Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 21:31:21 +0000

Nice that they're just now telling us. Thanks, FEMA! whoops

GazetteOnline.com : New group forms to campaign against 21-only law

Mon, 13 Sep 2010 21:46:34 +0000

Ya know, if these people put half the effort they put into these worthless initiatives into something more productive, the world would be a much better place. Ah, priorities.

GazetteOnline.com : Women's Basketball: Hawkeyes land top-10 recruit from Wisconsin

Thu, 9 Sep 2010 14:04:31 +0000

Not just the right coaching, but the right environment. These girls are true citizens as well as superb athletes. They are role models to each other and to their community. This in-turn makes for a tightly-knit team of friends. That all translates onto the court.

GazetteOnline.com : Plans progressing for PCI’s medical mall

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 18:26:38 +0000

Notice the one line in the article that gives us opponents of closing 2nd ave. some hope: "Council members still must vote two more times on the street closure request, with the final vote slated for spring 2011." We have a chance, people, to come together and speak out against the closing of yet ANOTHER road leading us into downtown, thereby further choking off the accessibility that we've had for so many years. Begin writing letters to the editor. Call YOUR city council members and let them know of your disapproval. Blog about it or express concern in your Facebook status. If enough of us put our 2 cents in, eventually the pennies will add up. There are enough of us out there that we can make them change their minds so that we can prevent madness similar to that of the new Federal courthouse that happens to be sitting right on the river...hmmm...points to ponder.

GazetteOnline.com : Vander Plaats touts campaign to oust Iowa justices

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 14:31:59 +0000

Gay/Lesbian rights should NOT be a political issue. However, Bob VP here seems to be holding true to "his" party. Does he really believe in this or is he living up to the expectations set out by the Republican party. If this is the case, then we need to reconsider partisan politics. People should run for office based on their personal opinions regarding each individual issue. One shouldn't be expected to follow a specific checklist when running for office or voting for a specific candidate. On the other hand, if Bob VP seriously wants gay/lesbian marriage rights stripped away, then perhaps he should pack his bags and move to some place that accepts those that live their lives in hate and bigotry. This is 2010. If you haven't figured out by now that allowing gays to marry does NOT affect your life or your supposed afterlife, then you're living in the wrong place and time, sir. Love thy neighbor...UNLESS THEY'RE NOT LIKE YOU! Not here, Bob. Cause your raucous someplace else. We won't tolerate it here.

GazetteOnline.com : Bye-bye to the buy-local program?

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 14:02:20 +0000

Do NOT cancel this program entirely. I only with that other institutions in town would have such a policy. Why, when the Kernels "needed" a new brand identity, did they go to a firm in New York? We have perfectly talented people here in town. The buy-local mentality should be within us all.

KCRG : Three Teens Charged in Mount Vernon Cemetery Vandalism | KCRG-TV9 | Cedar Rapids, Iowa News, Sports,

Mon, 9 Aug 2010 17:00:18 +0000

Are these guys unemployed? http://easterniowalife.com/2010/08/05/call-to-act...

KCRG : Girl Scouts Sending \'Treats for Troops\' | KCRG-TV9 | Cedar Rapids, Iowa News, Sports, and Weather

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 21:52:20 +0000

So hopefully when Central Corridor Gamers has their formal Games for Troops event this September, they'll actually get some news coverage.

KCRG : Westdale Mall Gets New Management Firm | KCRG-TV9 | Cedar Rapids, Iowa News, Sports, and Weather | L

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 18:06:47 +0000

I disagree, Damon. You see what happens when something new opens in this town. EVERYONE flocks to see what it's all about. There's still life out there. It just needed a miracle to resurrect it. Guess we'll all have to sit back and watch it flourish or fail.

GazetteOnline.com : Six things to do this weekend

Fri, 9 Jul 2010 15:56:30 +0000

Number 7 is the Central Corridor Gamers M11 Pre-Release tournament. 400 3rd Ave. S.W., Cedar Rapids. Sunday at 5:30. Refer any questions to danATccgamersDOTorg

GazetteOnline.com : Plenty of Eastern Iowa events to keep you busy this 4th of July

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:43:21 +0000

Did the Gazette not receive the press release from Central Corridor Gamers? Join us at 1 p.m. this Sunday for gaming events and friends. e-mail dan@ccgamers.org if you want to know more.

GazetteOnline.com : Special Report: It's all about the mission for Iowa guard soldiers

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 20:12:16 +0000

If anyone is interested in making our troops' time overseas a little more comfortable, please consider helping us out with our Games for Troops charity drive. Find out more by visiting http://www.ccgamers.org/g4t.html

GazetteOnline.com : Block by Block receives $750,000 grant

Tue, 25 May 2010 19:43:21 +0000

If you're doing good work, good on you. Thank you. I'm not personally a flood victim but our group was displaced by the flood and we worked for nearly 6 months to get our home back to "normal". When did I suggest that anyone boycott anyone? And who are you, anyway? If you are who I think you are, you are not responsible for our site "taking off". You lent a hand. Not one person is responsible for the success of our group, not even me. I just play a large part in the successes that we experience and enjoy. I certainly can't do it alone. I believe that l speak for everyone involved in any volunteer effort when I say that it takes a great number of people in a tightly-knit team to make a positive difference in any community.

GazetteOnline.com : Block by Block receives $750,000 grant

Mon, 24 May 2010 00:27:56 +0000

Not a dime. I've been associated with the group for several years now and have yet to see a dime. And the last time I checked, the director of The Red Cross receives a paycheck for the work they do. I'm motivated by the mission of the group and the positive words I hear from those affected by the work we do. Perhaps if there were more people who were motivated by words alone, the world would be a happier place. It's depressing to find people that complain everywhere about anything, especially without educating themselves before they speak. May I ask you what motivates you to do the good work you do, if in fact, you do GOOD work?

GazetteOnline.com : Block by Block receives $750,000 grant

Fri, 21 May 2010 18:38:14 +0000

I'm with the board of directors.

GazetteOnline.com : Block by Block receives $750,000 grant

Fri, 21 May 2010 17:32:37 +0000

Really? Do you see what the Block by Block effort has done?? Educate yourself before commenting.

KCRG : Collins Road, First Avenue Intersection Getting Repairs | KCRG-TV9 | Cedar Rapids, Iowa News, Sports

Wed, 14 Apr 2010 21:48:27 +0000

How is this news? They've been working on it for weeks now. And why talk about it now while it's already underway? Seems a little late if they want anyone's opinion. Guess we just have to suck it up and find ways around...oh wait...already been there, done that.

KCRG : Iowa Guard Prepares for Big Troop Deployment | KCRG-TV9 | Cedar Rapids, Iowa News, Sports, and Weath

Thu, 8 Apr 2010 19:16:27 +0000

They have no choice at this point so let's do something to make their stay a little more comfortable. Check out Games for Troop and consider helping us make a difference athttp://www.ccgamers.org/g4t.html

GazetteOnline.com : What’s on your mind?

Mon, 8 Mar 2010 20:58:49 +0000

Why can't you hear the sirens from emergency vehicles in this town until they are practically right on top of you? I propose that we look into making these sirens louder.

KCRG : The Last Straw for the Film Tax Credit Program? | KCRG-TV9 | Cedar Rapids, Iowa News, Sports, and We

Mon, 8 Mar 2010 17:19:17 +0000

I'm amazed that any tax incentive program that could be used to entice the spending of money in our state is causing such debate. How many film opportunities have we missed out on because of government bickering? Make this happen so that we can get production companies to our state! I'm sure there's more to it but if one were to judge this book by its cover, I would say that making the Film Tax Credit happen is a given!