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Cedar Rapids Gazette
Cedar Rapids Kennedy overcomes Linn-Mar, 21-17, with some controversy
CEDAR RAPIDS - Brian White is the most successful coach in Cedar Rapids Kennedy football history. He officially got that moniker Friday night when his Cougars beat Linn-Mar at Kingston Stadium. This was a gutsy record-breaking win for his guys without question. One over his alma mater, by the way. It was a late comeback win. A rebound win considering last week. And sort of a controversial one. Paul Kaump’s 1-yard touchdown off a wildcat formation with 1:43 left provided the go-ahead points and Kennedy held on for a 21-17 victory. “What a high school football game,” White said. “That was a helluva game. We knew they were a good team. They play a murder schedule, too. They’re 0-4, and they could easily be 4-0. They are a good football team.” And an absolutely snakebit team. Linn-Mar dropped to 0-4. It has losses this season of two points, three points and now four. The Lions took a 17-14 lead on running back Hud Turner’s brilliant 56-yard TD run early in the fourth quarter. They turned Kennedy (2-2) over on downs at their 11 with 5:13 left, then thought they had done so again at their 14 with under two minutes
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Cedar Rapids schools could start their day at different times in 2027-28
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — Cedar Rapids students could see changes to when their school day begins and ends as the district prepares for a major school reconfiguration in 2027-28. The Cedar Rapids Community School District is reviewing possible bell schedules as it prepares to launch its new intermediate school model. District documents say officials are looking for start times that work for students while allowing buses and drivers to serve schools reliably.
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Clothing Closet to Support Students in Career Pathway Program at Mason City Community Schools
MASON CITY, Iowa — Mason City Community Schools is working to connect more students with local careers while helping remove financial barriers that can keep young people from entering the workforce, district officials said. Bridget Exman-Dunn, superintendent assistant with Mason City Community Schools, said the district’s Career Pathway Program...
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UNI gets approval for Chuck and Barbara Grassley Center
CEDAR FALLS, Iowa (KCRG) - The Iowa Board of Regents has approved the establishment of a university-wide center at the University of Northern Iowa honoring Senator Chuck Grassley and his wife Barbara. The center, to be named the Chuck and Barbara Grassley Center, will be dedicated to, “civic education, public...
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Grundy Center Football Opens Up District Play On A Long Road Trip
Grundy Center will be seeking their third straight win this week as they take a long trip to Garner Hayfield Ventura. The Spartans come into this game 2-1 and are coming off back to back close victories. One in Overtime against Columbus Catholic and a one score game against Dike-New Hartford. Grundy Center will be opening up district play this week though as they take on the Cardinals.
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Students find internships in Iowa’s great outdoors
August signaled a return to campus for Kirkwood Community College’s horticulture and parks and natural resources students after a busy summer with their internships. They arrived with confidence and a new set of skills. As a required part of their degree, students must complete 240 hours or more of related work in their field of choice, such as a naturalist, landscaper, park maintenance technician, wildlife caretaker and more.
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Linn-Mar High School projected to near capacity as district enrollment declines
MARION, Iowa — Linn-Mar High School is expected to approach capacity next school year even as enrollment across the district is projected to decline in the coming years. The Gazette reports Linn-Mar High School is projected to reach 98% capacity as the district’s largest class, currently in eighth grade, moves into the building.
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Cedar Rapids schools could start their day at a different time next year
CEDAR RAPIDS — Possible new start times for the school day and changes to busing routes are being considered as the Cedar Rapids school district prepares to close schools and restructure grade levels. The Cedar Rapids school board Monday was presented with decision-making criteria that will guide the creation of several proposals for how the district could change its start times and transportation routes. Changes to the bell schedule are being considered as district leaders prepare for a reconfiguration of the district’s K-8 schools for the 2027-28 school year. This includes the closure of five elementary schools and a change to a fifth and sixth grade intermediate model. Families will get the opportunity to weigh any proposed changes before a decision is made as district leaders continue to stress intentional community engagement and transparency in making decisions. The school board anticipates making a decision Dec. 14. “How we reach a decision matters just as much as the decision itself,” Superintendent Tawana Lannin said. “The board asked us to establish clear expectations, build meaningful feedback loops, engage stakeholders early and demonstrate how the information we gather helps shape our decisions.” The criteria was created by the Strategic Plan Executive Committee, a
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Tenth-ranked Liberty High Continues to Improve in Sweep of Cedar Rapids Xavier
NORTH LIBERTY – The lineup for Class 5A tenth-ranked Liberty High is loaded with four-year starters. Even after four years of sharing the court the more those Liberty High seniors player together the better they seem to get. Liberty High has gone from 15 wins in 2024 to 24...
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Linn-Mar High School to hit near-capacity even as district enrollment shrinks
MARION — Linn-Mar High School will be near capacity next year even as enrollment is projected to steadily decline across the district, mirroring statewide trends. When Linn-Mar Community School District’s largest class — who are currently eighth graders — moves up through Linn-Mar High School, the building will reach 98% capacity, according to an analysis by RSP & Associates. But this growth at the high school will be temporary. The district is graduating more students each year than are enrolling in kindergarten and is projected to decline by 400 students over the next five years for a total enrollment of around 7,000. This could mean a significant loss of revenue for the district since Iowa schools are funded on a per pupil formula. These projections are more optimistic than projections by the Iowa Department of Education, which estimates the Linn-Mar district to have a certified enrollment of 6,867 by the 2030-31 school year. The Linn-Mar school board Monday was presented the enrollment analysis by RSP & Associates, a leader in school planning that has worked with dozens of Iowa school districts to analyze enrollment trends and attendance boundaries so school leaders can make data-driven decisions. The Linn-Mar district has worked
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Hampton-Dumont art teacher Nicole Nelson shares path to statewide honor
Hampton-Dumont High School art teacher Nicole Nelson is reflecting on her career after being named the 2026 Iowa Art Educator of the Year by Art Educators of Iowa. Nelson says art was something she wanted to pursue from the time she was a child. “I knew from the time I...
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High school football: Week 3 area scores and recaps
Week 3 of the high school football season has come and gone. Here is a look at area scores and recaps. Cedar Rapids Xavier 28, Clear Creek Amana 17 TIFFIN — It wasn’t pretty but it was enough for Cedar Rapids Xavier. The Saints know they were fortunate to be taking a win back home. Class 4A top-ranked Xavier scored three touchdowns in about a five-minute stretch bridging the third and fourth quarters for a 28-17 comeback victory over Clear Creek Amana in a non-district high school football game at CCA. The Saints improved to 3-0 and won their 16th straight game. The Clippers (2-1) actually outplayed Xavier for the better part of three quarters. Xavier finally found some rhythm on offense in the third. Cash Parks hit Dusty Cook on a screen to the left sideline and he scampered 30 yards for the touchdown, cutting the deficit to 17-14 with 1:58 left in the frame. Xavier’s defense got consecutive stops deep in CCA territory and forced punts, leading to good field position. CCA threatened to pull within a score but the Saints defense, who hurt itself with penalties, managed to hold and cause a missed field goal with 4:24
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NIACC student wins $1,000 Chime Workforce Scholarship
JACKSON, Mississippi — A North Iowa Area Community College student has been named a 2026 Chime Workforce Scholar. Hailey Stalzer is one of 200 students nationwide recognized for her academic achievement and pursuit of career-focused education. The scholarship provides $1,000 to help cover educational expenses while she completes a certificate or associate degree that prepares her to enter the workforce in a high-demand field.
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Rebels notch win over Meskwaki following forfeit
REINBECK – The Gladbrook-Reinbeck football team recorded a Week 2, district victory last Friday night without setting a cleat on the gridiron following a forfeit by the Meskwaki Settlement Warriors who were due to host the Rebels. “Due to low numbers and injury concerns from our opponent, that game...
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GMG football travels to Clarksville, records first district loss
CLARKSVILLE – The GMG football team was on the road last week Friday for a Week 2 8-Man District 6 clash with the Clarksville Indians. After a 2-game winning streak to open the season, the Wolverines were drubbed, 59-20, by the Indians. Clarksville got out to early lead, scoring...
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Enrollment numbers announced for UNI, ISU and Iowa
DES MOINES, Iowa — As the next academic year gets underway, Iowa’s three major universities have released their enrollment numbers for the year University of Northern Iowa The University of Northern Iowa says 2026 saw its highest enrollment since 2020, with 9,366 students. The incoming class includes 1,709 freshmen, the largest class since 2017. UNI […]