Cedar Rapids is drilling a new well into the Jordan Aquifer at the NW Water Treatment Plant to boost water supply for data centers as usage grows. The approved project involves drilling 15,000 to 16,000 feet and will be partly funded by a $1.3 million grant from a Google partner.
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USDA confirmed five cases of the flesh-eating New World Screwworm in Texas and New Mexico, prompting Iowa farmers to heighten vigilance— though no cases have been reported locally, producers are urged to monitor livestock for early symptoms.
Cedar Rapids Community School District credits increased de-escalation training for reducing student restraints under a DOJ settlement starting in 2022 — district officials say the changes have lowered restraints and office referrals and will continue after submitting a final report this month ahead of the agreement's June 30 expiry.
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