Opinion
Opinion: Cedar Crossing is the best option for Iowa’s economic growth
As a lifelong Cedar Rapidian, I’ve spent much of my career focused on activities that generate economic growth in Iowa and specifically, the Cedar Rapids/Iowa City area. As head of economic development for the Chamber of Commerce, I was part…
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