Good morning, Cedar Rapids.

Ronald 'Roady' Plein, the Kernels' longtime equipment manager who wore No. 11 for 40 years, passed away at 81 on Saturday—he was known for his peanut butter and jelly sandwiches and honored with a bobblehead tribute.

A visitation and prayer service will be held today at Leonard Funeral Home in Dubuque.

Roasters Coffeehouse will move from NewBo City Market to its new storefront at 1120 2nd St SE (the former Vinyl Emporium) after Jan.

18, and Uptown Coffee Company will fill its spot by opening this week with plans to later shift to a more open area.

The Cedar Rapids Community School District board faced public backlash at a more-than five-hour meeting over its plan to address a $10 to $12 million budget deficit, with concerns about possible school closures and transparency.

The board will meet again on Jan. 19 and decide on proposals on Jan. 26.

Central Iowa Water Works is running its nitrate removal facility Monday due to high nitrate levels in the Des Moines and Raccoon Rivers, using three of its eight vessels (to treat water that meets EPA standards) to remove runoff from fertilizers and manure.

Iowa pharmacies are meeting growing demand for test-and-treat services for flu, strep, and other infections today, easing strain on ERs and urgent care.

A $60 copay (with insurance covering prescriptions) supports quick access during the busy early flu season.

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.

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.

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.

BIRDCHILD Concert

8-11 p.m. — The Ideal Theater & Bar — Tickets available — Experience Birdchild's lush, joyous journey through all your favorite hits.

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.

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.

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.

Community Writers Circle

1-2 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — A supportive environment for adults to hone their writing skills.

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.

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.