Good Day
Cedar Rapids
Saturday, January 10th, 2026
Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 10th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Kim Guardado is promoted to Chief Operating Officer at HACAP starting this month, after 24 years as Food Reservoir Director who helped fight hunger and improve community health for local families. She succeeds her previous role as she takes on more leadership for the program. KCRG
- ➤ Families can beat winter boredom with a new list of kid-friendly activities including trampoline parks, arcades, & museums in Eastern Iowa such as Cedar Rapids, Davenport, & Iowa City. A variety of indoor play areas & interactive art studios offer family entertainment this winter. KDAT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Uptown Coffee Company, a Marion favorite, will open a new location at NewBo City Market the week of Jan. 19 pending health inspections, replacing Roasters. The cafe will serve coffee, espresso, tea and basic breakfast items before expanding its menu later. The Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The district will vote in two weeks on a plan to close a $10+12 million gap as special education and new school model cuts spark concerns, Sen. Molly Donahue said. Community members may share views at the board meeting Monday, Jan. 12 at 5:30 p.m. CBS 2 Iowa
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A new tax deduction gives Iowa seniors 65 and older an extra tax break on their returns this season and each year through 2028, according to IRS spokeswoman Stacy Engle. The extra deduction amounts to $6,000 for an individual and $12,000 for a married couple (reducing taxable Social Security benefits). Radio Iowa
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Iowa Health and Human Services reported very high flu cases last week, with 24.3% of emergency room visits due to acute respiratory syndrome in the early days of January. COVID-19 and RSV levels remained moderate, based on the latest figures. CBS 2 Iowa
- ➤ The Linn County Mental Health Access Center has introduced a withdrawal management program (managed by Abbe Community Mental Health Center) to help adults with alcohol and opioid withdrawal. Assessments are available any time, with admissions on Mondays and Tuesdays and walk-ins welcome. KWWL
- ➤ The Iowa Legislature is set to revisit cancer prevention and treatment bills in its session beginning Jan. 12 as lawmakers consider taxing vapor products to fund research and improve radon mitigation (measures aimed at reducing lung cancer risks). The Gazette
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The Martini Lounge reopened its permanent NewBo location on Thursday, Jan. 8 with a creative cocktail menu featuring seven cake drinks and two pie drinks plus savory small bites in a relaxed, smart-casual setting. The Gazette
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A report from Common Sense Institute Iowa shows the state ranks eighth for housing affordability when property taxes are added (Iowans work 38 hours weekly, 14 fewer than the national average). The study projects Iowa will end its housing shortage by the end of 2028 despite a nearly 16,000-home deficit. Radio Iowa
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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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4-Day PMP Exam Preparation Course
9 AM – 5 PM — Iowa Eye Center — Course Fee Applicable — Enhance your project management skills with a comprehensive PMP certification training.
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~ Winston Churchill
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