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Cedar Rapids
Wednesday, January 14th, 2026
Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Former MLB pitcher Cal Eldred and his son CJ will launch the Eldred Baseball & Performance training center at 705 Tower Terrace Road in Hiawatha by mid-January; the center’s first clinic is set for Jan. 26. KDAT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Ellis House will open in the former Mirror Box Theatre space off Ellis Boulevard NW to offer a creative hub for local artists, filmmakers, and musicians in Cedar Rapids. The renovated space will open this spring and serve coffee along with content creation. CBS 2 Iowa
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Construction on Cedar Crossing Casino is underway with a planned opening on New Year's Eve 2026 and a $275 million investment boosting the west side. Mayor Tiffany O'Donnell said local business, including CR Midnight Smoker BBQ, shows community support for the project. KCRG
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Cedar Rapids School Board passed a resolution urging lawmakers to boost state funding for public schools by five percent to help offset (over $10 million) lost from falling enrollment and rising costs. The board warned that without extra support, schools could face closures and consolidations. KWWL
- ➤ The Cedar Rapids School Board paused plans to close seven schools after a busy Monday meeting that brought strong community feedback. The board will review input tomorrow (with leadership discussion) before finalizing any changes to keep the 2026-2027 school year stable. KCRG
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ City officials in southeast Cedar Rapids said more than two dozen addresses must boil water until at least Thursday due to a ruptured water main that may have introduced bacteria into the supply—water samples will be retested Thursday and the order may be extended based on the results. KCRG
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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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