Basketball: MHS girls tip off season this weekend at Prairie Nov 21, 2009
With just 10 practice days and a scrimmage in the books, the Muskies tip off the 2009-10 season Saturday night at Cedar Rapids Prairie ... Besides scrimmaging the Hawks last weekend at Cedar Rapids Kennedy, Orvis used to recruit some of his players while she was an assistant college coach. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Supervisors receive building recommendation from Board of Health Nov 19, 2009
Brad Lang of Solum Lang Architects of Cedar Rapids, Board of Health member Steve Olson and County Engineer David Patterson presented information on the analysis for the relocation of the Public Health Department. On Aug. 18, the Board had authorized the architectural firm to prepare the evaluation for the Board of Health consideration comparing new building sites and the remodeling of existing County facilities. (Kalona News, IA)
Former teammates reunite Nov 2, 2009
Three nights later, she led Augie (now 11-16) to a 3-2 victory over Fontbonne in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, with a team-high 15 kills ... 36 in the Oct. 10 Lamb-Kohawk Invite in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Local guard unit heading to Afghanistan Oct 27, 2009
"He's in school in Cedar Rapids," she said. "He'll graduate in August. I'm so glad he'll be able to finish school first because they are talking of not deploying until the fall in 2010.". (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
Local Guard unit mobilized Oct 22, 2009
Hes in school in Cedar Rapids, she said. Hell graduate in August. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
America's coolest small towns Oct 20, 2009
In Mount Vernon, about a 20-minute drive east of Cedar Rapids, art isn't confined to gallery walls. As you're driving in on Highway 30, a local artist's rendition of Grant Wood's "American Gothic," splashed on the side of a barn, immediately sets the town's tone. (CNN)
Irish Blank Providence, 2-0, Behind Freshman Goaltender Mike... Oct 17, 2009
"He made the easy saves, but also made some really good saves as well. I saw the same things last year when I saw him play in Cedar Rapids (his junior team). He's got great feet and he's learning to play the positional aspect of the game.". In the third period, Notre Dame got its first two-goal lead of the season and they took the lead via the power play with Ridderwall getting his first of the season at 5:13 of the period. (Und.com)
Former Iowa slaughterhouse manager on trial in SD Oct 13, 2009
FILE - In this Thursday, Oct. 30, 2008 file picture, Sholom Rubashkin, former manager of the Agriprocessors plant in Postville, Iowa, is taken into federal court for his initial appearance in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Rubashkin's trial on 91 fraud-related charges is scheduled to begin on Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2009 in Sioux Falls, S.D. He is accused of cheating a bank, laundering more than $1 million, concealing months of fraud and failing to pay livestock providers on time. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Portland Open Studios feature two Century High teachers Oct 7, 2009
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GAME TRACKER: UNI at Iowa Sep 21, 2009
UNI defender Missy Journot will be facing three former Cedar Rapids Kennedy teammates in Iowa freshmen Jade Grimm, Katherine Lewis and Rachel Spellerberg. Quoting Panther coach James Price: "Iowa's having a good start to their season, and we know we'll have to be at our best to be competitive in that game.". (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Prep roundup: Smock's putting fuels Muskie golfers (5) Sep 18, 2009
It ll be a good test for us, Walsh said of the event that includes fifth-ranked (3A) Marion, Class 4A Cedar Rapids Xavier and previously ranked Cascade and Grundy Center in Class 2A.. Durant stat leaders. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Week 6 » Sep 15, 2009
What He Does: The well-traveled Wellwood grew up in California, went to high school in Michigan and played junior hockey in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. He had little trouble acclimating to Hockey East, thanks in large part to his size, speed and physical conditioning. (ESPN -- College Sports)
Take the Hawkeyes With You: Iowa Podcasts Sep 15, 2009
Audio: Thursday, April 23 The University of Iowa baseball team will travel to Cedar Rapids to take on the University of Northern Iowa in the sixth annual Corridor Classic. The game will mark the final meeting between the two schools because the Northern Iowa baseball program is in its final season. (Hawkeyesports.com)
Insider strategies for avoiding hotel billing errors Sep 13, 2009
Consider what happened to Paul Rasmussen, a vice president for a medical consulting company in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. As he was reconciling his expenses at the end of the month, he noticed an extra $60 charge from his hotel. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Morrissey art on display Aug 31, 2009
One son lives in Fargo and the other lives in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This exhibition is the result of a collaborative effort between the NDCA and the offices of the governor and first lady. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Iowa Soccer To Play Two At Home Aug 27, 2009
The Cedar Rapids native was named to the Big Ten All-Freshmen team last season. She has started all 22 games of her career at Iowa. (Hawkeyesports.com)
Opening statement: Muskie golfers finish third in season opener Aug 15, 2009
The Muskies are off until Aug. 25 when they travel to Bettendorf for a meet with Davenport Central, Bettendorf and Cedar Rapids Washington. Team standings 1. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Don Showalter: The Coach, The Man, The Legend Aug 11, 2009
Melissa, 30, is a doctor in Cedar Rapids. She developed a love for science at an early age when her father introduced it to her. (Kalona News, IA)
Smith A Traveling Man Aug 3, 2009
comDate: Aug 3, 2009 CEDAR RAPIDS, IA - Over the past two months, Murphy Smiths travel itinerary has been similar to that of a major leaguer. to read the rest of this story. (Oakland, TheInsiders.com)
House Votes to Rein in Wall Street Pay Aug 1, 2009
Speaking to a Cedar Rapids, Iowa, radio station, Grassly said, "I suggest, you know, obviously, maybe they ought to be removed. But I would suggest the first thing that would make me feel a little bit better toward them if they'd follow the Japanese example and come before the American people and take that deep bow and say, I'm sorry, and then either do one of two things: resign or go commit suicide."And in the case of the Japanese, they usually commit suicide before they make any apology.... (CBS News)
Travelers can expect fewer flights this fall Jul 26, 2009
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and Springfield-Branson, Mo. American will. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Air travelers can expect fewer flights this fall Jul 25, 2009
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and Springfield-Branson, Mo. American will eliminate nonstop service from St. Louis to Las Vegas and San Diego on Nov. 19. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Thomsen/Paasch Engagement Jul 24, 2009
The groom-to-be is an Admission's Counselor at Coe College in Cedar Rapids. The wedding ceremony is set for Aug. 9 in Omaha. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
Carroll Republican will run for governor Jul 22, 2009
Other Republicans among the list of hopefuls are Christian Fong of Cedar Rapids, Jerry Behn of Boone, Paul McKinley of Chariton, Christopher Rants of Sioux City and Bob Vander Plaats of Sioux City. In a related development Tuesday, Fong announced he had raised 100,000 in three weeks. (Sioux City Journal)
River Junction Tractor Ride a drive through the past Jul 16, 2009
Organizer of this ride, Gerry Morgan a participant of the Cedar Rapids ride, stated, "I've been going on the WMT ride for the past 10 years and that's a 3 day ride. I had a lot of my friends say they wanted to go on it but it was too long, so I said 'let's get together and have a one day ride,' and here we are in our fifth year with 185 participants." I discovered through my conversation with Gerry, coordinator of the ride that on the first ride there were 76 tractors in the ride, so in the span... (Kalona News, IA)
Maui woman arrested in Iowa Jul 7, 2009
Police say Cheryl Rosenberg, of Paia, Hawaii, drove past two squad cars and officers who were directing traffic after the accident Sunday morning that killed a Cedar Rapids man ... Police say Cheryl Rosenberg, of Paia, Hawaii, drove past two squad cars and officers who were directing traffic after the accident Sunday morning that killed a Cedar Rapids man. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Staying in Atlanta? Jul 2, 2009
He and his parents drove from Atlanta on Monday, stayed overnight in Cedar Rapids, IA, and arrived around noon on Tuesday at my grandparents. The whole story about family in town for Christmas. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Wahawks pin 7-5, 8-2 losses on No. 9 Jeff Jul 1, 2009
Told by head coach Jeremy Langner to enjoy a weekend away from the baseball diamond, the fifth-ranked Wahawks returned to action Monday with an impressive sweep of No. 9 Cedar Rapids Jefferson, 7-5 and 8-2 ... The Wahawks will face another stiff challenge Wednesday when they travel to Cedar Rapids to tackle the seventh ranked Cedar Rapids Washington Warriors, followed by a Friday contest against fellow MVC foe Dubuque Senior. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Obituaries for Sunday, June 28, 2009 Jun 28, 2009
Carole (Jim) Fisher of La Crosse and Diane (Mike) Espenes of Cedar Rapids, Iowa; 13 grandchildren, Cassie and Greg Brod, Deanna (Scott) Beesley, Jeff (Melanie) Fisher, Jay (Samantha) Fisher, Shanna (Jared) Dawson, Sarah Fisher, Ben (Jamie) Fisher, Becky (Bryan) Marbel, Joel Fisher, and Christina, Kari and Andrew Espenes; and 15 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Prep roundup Jun 6, 2009
Wapello (2-5, 1-2 SEISC) travels to the Cedar Rapids Jefferson tournament today ... Next game Wapello at Cedar Rapids Jefferson Tourney, today. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Bats heat up for Columbus Jun 5, 2009
WATERLOO --- Having lost five of their last six baseball games, the Waterloo Columbus Sailors wanted to get out quickly, and the insertion of five soccer players into the lineup didn't hurt their cause as they put the mercy rule on Union High in the fourth inning, 15-0. Sailor pitcher Nate Ott backed up the offense with a four-ining no-hitter. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Send-off Thursday morning for KHS boys soccer team Jun 4, 2009
Hudson (17-1-1) faces Grinnell (9-8-2) at 5 p.m., and Spencer (16-1) takes on Cedar Rapids Xavier at 7:30 p.m.. To get to the stadium, take I-80 West to I-35 South. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Optimist Club against beer garden Jun 4, 2009
Possibly as far away as Cedar Rapids or further. As our news services have reported, an Iowa City free for all required several officers to stop a neighborhood brawl, and an officer, Tim Davis of Cedar Rapids is recovering at home from a beating he sustained during an arrest attempt, and these events didn't even include alcohol. (Kalona News, IA)
Jacobs, UNI staff named league's best May 8, 2009
"This is a very high honor for our staff," said Jacobs, a Cedar Rapids native and former UNI baseball player. "This honor never would've happened without the student-athletes who have bought into our philosophies. They ... give full effort every day.". (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Parting shot: Panthers pin 9-3 loss on Iowa Apr 30, 2009
Travis Bennett, who hails from Cedar Rapids, added two more insurance runs in the frame with a bases-loaded single. He was 2-for-5 with three RBIs. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Sioux City TV spots air in Minneapolis Apr 30, 2009
The campaign is a cooperative advertising effort among the Iowa Tourism Office and seven industry partners, including the cities of Sioux City, Okoboji, Cedar Rapids, Council Bluffs, Des Moines, Dubuque and the Quad Cities. Each community contributed in the production of four 30-second spots and helped facilitate filming for the ads in their respective communities last summer. (Sioux City Journal)
Busy Week for the Hawkeyes Apr 28, 2009
HAWKEYES THIS MIDWEEK: The Iowa Hawkeyes will travel to Cedar Rapids Tuesday to take on Northern Iowa in the final Corridor Classic. Iowa beat the Panthers 5-4 at Duane Banks Field on April 22nd. (Hawkeyesports.com)
General Growth files for bankruptcy protection Apr 17, 2009
The Chicago-based firm started when brothers Martin and Matthew Bucksbaum decided to expand the family grocery business and build a shopping centre in Cedar Rapids, Iowa in 1954. It grew by new development as well as by acquisition, the largest being the 2004 purchase of Rouse Cos for $14. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Carman White headed in a different direction and rolled up her sleeves and became a volunteer Apr 14, 2009
White, 26, was raised in Mediapolis but went to school at Coe College in Cedar Rapids ... Residence: Cedar Rapids. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Schools suitors put to the test Apr 5, 2009
The search firm, Cedar Rapids, Iowa-based Ray and Associates, likely has vetted five to six of the strongest candidates for board consideration. The other applicants might never be mentioned to avoid making their names public and putting candidates considered noncontenders into an awkward position with their current employers. (Florida Today)
Iowa's budget woes pale in comparison Mar 29, 2009
"If not a direct personal relationship, they at least know each other. People in Cedar Rapids know enough about Davenport there is a sensitivity and a 'we're all in it together' feeling.". What are they cutting. (Sioux City Journal)
People Profile --Krause principal Nelson always looks for ‘positives’ Mar 17, 2009
Following completion of that ultimate educational accomplishment, the Nelson family would be moving to Cedar Rapids, Iowa, where Ron accepted a position in the animal genetics (swine breeding stock) field with a subsidiary of Ralston Purina. There, the Nelsons would welcome both of their now adult (and both parents themselves) offspring into this big wide world first came daughter Megan in November 1975 and then a slightly more than two-year-old Megan would be joined by a little sister Abby;... (Brenham Banner, TX)
Senator Calls For Public Apology From AIG Mar 17, 2009
The Republican lawmaker's harsh comments came Monday during an interview with Cedar Rapids, Iowa, radio station WMT. They echo remarks he has made in the past about corporate executives and public apologies, but went further in suggesting suicide. Grassley said AIG executives should follow "the Japanese example" by publicly apologizing and "do one of two things: resign or commit suicide.". (Click2Houston, TX)
Grassley: AIG execs should quit or commit suicide Mar 17, 2009
The Republican lawmaker's harsh comments came during an interview Monday with Cedar Rapids, Iowa, radio station WMT. They echo remarks he has made in the past about corporate executives and public apologies, but went further in suggesting suicide. "I suggest, you know, obviously, maybe they ought to be removed," Grassley said. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Pair of Panthers earn MVC honors Mar 13, 2009
Armstrong, a freshman guard out of Cedar Rapids Washington, leads the Panthers in assists with 3. 1 per game, while scoring at an 8. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Students get their marching orders Mar 6, 2009
Both the MHS Jazz Band Ensemble, directed by Heid and the MHS Jazz Band, directed by Kelly Workman, received Outstanding Performance ratings when they competed Saturday, Feb. 28, at the annual Coe College Jazz Summit in Cedar Rapids. At the Tallcorn Jazz Festival in Cedar Rapids on Feb. 20, Outstanding Soloists Awards were given to Ensemble members Alex Carl and Catherine Lawrence, alto saxophonists; trombonist Brandon Dorris and Ethan Wiegle, who plays congas. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Hawkeyes to Take on Minnesota at Big Ten Tournament Mar 4, 2009
Hawkeye fans can listen to the game on WMT AM-600 in Cedar Rapids and WHO AM-1040 in Des Moines. Balbinot is in his fifth season as Iowa's play-by-play voice, while Till is in her fourth providing analysis. (Hawkeyesports.com)
Iowa Heads Back to Florida Feb 24, 2009
PROBABLE WEEKEND STARTING ROTATION L Jr. Lenexa, KS St. Thomas Aquinas R Sr. Wilton, IA Wilton R Sr. Cedar Rapids, IA Linn-Mar. THREE THINGS TO WATCH THIS WEEK: 1. (Hawkeyesports.com)
Hawkeyes Hit the Road, Play at Michigan Sunday Feb 21, 2009
Hawkeye fans can listen to the game on WMT AM-600 in Cedar Rapids and WHO AM-1040 in Des Moines ... "HAWK TALK WITH " Catch "Hawk Talk with ", the radio call-in program Monday night featuring Iowa Hawkeye Women's Head Coach , on KXIC-AM 800 in Iowa City, WHO-AM 1040 in Des Moines and WMT-AM 600 in Cedar Rapids from 7:30-8:30 p.m. Fans can call toll-free at (800) 332-5401 or locally at (319) 365-0600. (Hawkeyesports.com)
Getting Acquainted With 25 questions Feb 20, 2009
I have two daughters in the Cedar Rapids area that are married, and one who is still in school in SW Iowa. I have a son that recently moved to Ankeny and is still single. (Mid Iowa Enterprise, IA)
Injury could keep Kistner from continuing at state Feb 19, 2009
Vanbeest marked his third pin in his last four matches with his 3:06 fall against Cedar Rapids Jefferson's Blake Carlson ... Kacmarynski (44-2) picked up his 119th career victory in the consolation round, 5-2 over Cedar Rapids Xavier's Gabe Brown ... Seaman, the son of Storm Lake Coach Ty Seaman and a nephew of KCAU-TV sports director Tim Seaman, hung on for a 7-5 win over Zach Parsons of Cedar Rapids Kennedy. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Sort your way to a better home-filing system Feb 13, 2009
Armed with that information, you can tackle that pile of stuff and make safe, active decisions, said Schofield, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, who has written four books about home organization. Professional organizer Sara Bereika tells clients to create file names that mean something to them, rather than using conventional labels. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Scenic Valley Railroad to open this weekend for Valentine's Day Feb 12, 2009
"Just this weekend I was in Iowa City, we did the Iowa City - Cedar Rapids Travel show down there. And it was interesting talking to other people - people that run resorts, people that run other attractions around Iowa and so forth - and the resorts are booking up pretty good like they have in the past," he said. "You know, in Iowa right now we still have 95 percent of the people that aren't unemployed. Like at the end of December, we were at 4.6 [percent], we were at 4.6 in 2004, we were at 4.6... (Mid Iowa Enterprise, IA)
