Good morning, Cedar Rapids.

A local teen wrote and illustrated a children’s book about Tourette Syndrome to break stigma and help kids understand the condition (her dog Gracie provided comfort during tough moments).

Her Girl Scout Gold Award project, available on Amazon now, will reach local bookstores soon.

MLK Day events held across eastern Iowa featured service projects, educational programs and cultural displays on Monday, Jan.

19 at venues in Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, Waterloo, Cedar Falls and Coralville—honoring civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr.

The former Quinton's spot in Kingston Village now shows signage for The Blue Dane, an upscale sports bar that was set to open Jan.

1 but is delayed pending more details from the owners.

Brucemorchestra, an outdoor concert event at Brucemore, may return if the $50,000 fundraiser meets its goal.

Orchestra Iowa plans to revamp the event for August 29 if donations help move concerts indoors to cut rising costs + weather risks.

Iowa native KC Bruner will release her emotional new single Bible and the Bottle online this Friday, Jan.

23. The rising singer gained local acclaim after sold-out shows at the Olympic South Side Theater and viral attention on TikTok following her battle with pericarditis.

The school district is cutting costs to close an $11M gap and will delay school closures until the 2027-2028 school year — officials plan to cut eight positions and change a costly learning program as enrollment drops.

The changes aim to balance the district’s budget.

Iowans may see the northern lights tonight as the Space Weather Prediction Center issued a severe geomagnetic storm watch due to a Coronal Mass Ejection headed toward Earth + residents should find dark spots to view the display.

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.

Tai Chi for Well-Being

10:30-11:30 a.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Enhance your fitness and balance with Tai Chi led by a wellness expert.

Community Writers Circle

1-2 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — An enriching space for adults to share and explore their writing journeys.