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I'm a general assignment reporter with The Gazette covering a wide range of topics with a special interest in environment & health issues.

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The Iowa Medical Society debuted a new job board yesterday as part of its workforce recruitment & retention efforts. More details here: https://t.co/37RvINesbF

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No weekend plans? How about fishing — Iowa residents don't need a license to fish today through Sunday for Free Fishing weekend! https://t.co/PQtdVrU7Tl

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Cedar Rapids is still healing from the derecho almost six years after it hit. But the River of Life church is taking a big step forward with its newly completed sanctuary, which was destroyed in the storm. https://t.co/H04BRTSECQ

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Pilots alerted the air traffic control tower they had seen two drones in the airspace as they landed at The Eastern Iowa Airport in Cedar Rapids https://t.co/ui9w5RXW36

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Research program aims to improve health outcomes for Iowans https://t.co/IHgvxsuPHW

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Nearly 200 people had gathered at Palo City Hall to hear the discussion and to watch as the Palo City Council ultimately passed the ordinance’s first of three readings after more than two hours of public testimony. https://t.co/aTC3DWUUS8

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River of Life church's sanctuary was destroyed in the 2020 derecho. Almost six years later, the church is preparing to host services in its new sanctuary later this month. https://t.co/PGNdrHEaTG

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Certain professions, like firefighting, law enforcement and paramedicine, involve routine exposure to traumatic events. New tools from UI and the First Responders Center for Excellence could help: https://t.co/Xda4zf9WDq

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My colleagues and I hit the polls yesterday to hear from voters. Get Eastern Iowan's thoughts — in their words — on the primary here: https://t.co/brkuIPJTrp

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My work phone number is one number off from our customer support line, so I sometimes hear folks call in with questions about our site as we refine it. Here's an update that might be helpful to you: https://t.co/8a9djewEFi

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QTS is building a temporary power plant near the Eastern Iowa Airport that would stop operating by the end of the year. Get the details here: https://t.co/TWkCjLOrLR

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Community-led group Save Morgan Valley is pushing back against Alliant Energy's plans to build a 720 MW natural gas power plant in unincorporated Linn County. Learn more here: https://t.co/CNTwm3pob3

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The Rural Health Transformation Program, authorized by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, aims to help states better serve their respective rural communities by transforming the healthcare delivery ecosystem — improving access, quality and outcomes. https://t.co/qwGesTF0cP

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I spoke with Cedar Rapids-based landscape architect Natalie Ross about lawn obsessions, native plants and working with her post-derecho yard. Check it out here: https://t.co/7JNFaQ7wwH

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The rising cost of gasoline is hard on everyone, but for small business owners who provide their own transportation, it's even worse. Hear concerns from some Cedar Rapids entrepreneurs here: https://t.co/DRK1GiYh3v

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Ever wonder why a lane of traffic is blocked even when there's no work actively being done? Find out here: https://t.co/aKU5Cdv5Rz

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The City of Cedar Rapids is investigating the Hamilton St and Northwest Ellis Blvd neighborhoods for lead service lines as part of a long-term project. Get the details here: https://t.co/6QXIVQ3bzX

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Read our list of public pools in Cedar Rapids, Marion, Coralville and Iowa City and their hours and fees for the 2026 season https://t.co/Qq9qCvPNhZ

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Nonprofit Wings2Water awards $30K in grants to address water quality https://t.co/XsdoSD5Xwp

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The weather may not be right for it just yet, but when it's time to cool off @gazettedotcom has a guide for you to find out when your public pools and splash pads open for the summer. Check it out:https://t.co/RTONQCMEdt