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MARION — A large mixed-use development in east Marion, formerly known as Squaw Creek Crossing, has changed its name. The development, now known as East Town Crossing, follows efforts to remove an ethnic and sexual slur toward Native American women from names of places in Linn County. East Town Crossing, at the intersection Highways 13 and 151, is a 20-acre property, already hosting a Kwik Star, Panchero’s, Jersey Mike’s and Pizza Ranch as well as Dupaco Community Credit Union. The site al...

Three Marion Mascot Finalists Revealed, Vote Underway Marion Independent School Districts school board voted to stop using the Indians nickname. The end of the Indian era will be July 31st, 2021. It was an emotional decision that had many supporters and detractors in the community. The school district received a letter last September from the Sac and Fox Tribe of the Mississippi, also known as the Meskwaki Tribe, asking the school to change the name of their mascot. The school district conduc...

NOTEBOOK: 5 Iowans recognized among prominent Midwest leaders of color Tuesday, February 9, 2021 10:45 AM I was doing some online research for a story when I came across a mention of Miriam de Dios Woodward, global CEO of PolicyWorks in West Des Moines. She was recognized recently among a distinguished group of Midwest leaders of color that includes members of Congress, CEOs and other luminaries who have broken down racial barriers in achieving leadership positions. ...