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Cedar Rapids
Friday, January 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Linn County pilot addressing credit and rental issues has exceeded its goal by housing 37 people and enrolling 44 in education, backed by a $100,000 donation from Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust, while the city has pledged a full time Landlord Liaison to guide the program through 2026. KCRG
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Over the holiday weekend, hundreds of fans gathered at Marcus Theatres in Cedar Rapids to watch the sold-out final episode of a long-running TV show, with repeated screenings and a noted visit from local fan Jack Gummert (who appreciated the theater experience). KCRG
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Iowa dairy farmers saw a small profit on milk today as lower grain prices brought down cow feed costs and fewer cattle raised beef prices that boosted income from crossbred calves. Fred Hall (Iowa State University Extension) explained that these changes add about $2.50 to $3.50 per hundredweight of milk. Radio Iowa
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A new Iowa law sets training standards for school bus drivers by requiring new hires to finish an approved course before or within six months on the job and to retake it every 24 months under House File 395. KCRG
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UnityPoint Health's St. Luke’s Hospital in Cedar Rapids welcomed its first baby of 2026 when baby Graceph was born Thursday at 7:58 a.m. He weighed two pounds, eight ounces at 28 weeks gestation and is the son of Ameri and Ayite. KCRG
- ➤ UnityPoint Health–St. Luke’s Hospital welcomed its first baby of 2026 on New Year’s Day when newborn Graceph was born at 7:58 a.m. at 28 weeks, weighing 2 lbs 8 oz; his parents Ameri and Ayite celebrated his early arrival. CBS 2 Iowa
- ➤ Some Iowans may feel down on New Year’s Day if they experience Seasonal Affective Disorder with symptoms like low energy and sleep changes. Wellness education specialist Christie Harris recommends getting natural sunlight, using light therapy, or consulting a healthcare provider. Radio Iowa
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ No. 14 Iowa beat No. 20 Nebraska 80-61 on Thursday with Chit-Chat Wright scoring 24 points and Hannah Stuelke grabbing 21 points and 10 rebounds — the Hawkeyes will face Northwestern on Monday. KWWL
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Chris Thile Concert
7:30-10 p.m. — The Englert Theatre — $30 – $68 — Experience the genre-defying musical genius of Grammy Award-winner Chris Thile in an evening of captivating performances.
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Waterloo Black Hawks vs Cedar Rapids RoughRiders
7:05-9:05 p.m. — ImOn Ice — Check the FloHockey broadcast for all the action as the Black Hawks take on the RoughRiders in a thrilling hockey matchup.
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Spanish Conversation Practice Meetup
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Vineria Wine Shop — $3 off wine and pizza — Enhance your Spanish skills and connect with fellow language enthusiasts over happy hour specials.
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BIRDCHILD Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Ideal Theater & Bar — Tickets available — Experience Birdchild's lush, joyous journey through all your favorite hits.
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Men's Caregiver Coffee
10 - 11:30 a.m. — The Chris & Suzy DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia — Free — A supportive group for male caregivers to share stories and network.
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Moonlight Owl Walk
5-6:30 p.m. — Buffalo Creek Park — $5 per adult, $2 per child — Explore the moonlit path in search of chatty owls while learning about their adaptations.
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Fireside Circle: The Spirits of Winter
6-8 p.m. — Illuminations — $30 registration — Explore the prominent spirits of winter through Scandinavian, Germanic, and Celtic mythology.
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Community Writers Circle
1-2 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — A supportive environment for adults to hone their writing skills.
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Tim's Comedy Show
1:30 p.m. — The Olympic South Side Theater — Tickets available — Experience high-energy comedy from a seasoned performer with a unique perspective on life.
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