Good Day
Cedar Rapids
Saturday, January 24th, 2026
Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Green Square Meals opens its doors at 8 a.m. today to serve as a warming center for people without housing when temperatures drop dangerously low. The facility offers a safe option for residents who cannot use other shelters. KCRG
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The stage musical adaptation of Mrs. Doubtfire will open at Paramount Theatre (123 3rd Ave. SE) Tuesday, Feb. 3 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets cost from $65 to $111 and the production blends physical comedy with heartfelt moments. The Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mt. Mercy University continued in-person classes Friday despite cold weather, using underground tunnels to help students travel safely between campus buildings (a convenience that enhances campus culture). Other local schools have adjusted their plans for cold weather. KCRG
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ In Fairfax, Riggs Towing and Recovery handled many calls for dead batteries as extreme cold set in on Friday. Drivers are advised to prepare survival kits with essentials since longer wait times may occur for non-emergency tows. KCRG
- ➤ Cedar Rapids has identified about 8,500 service lines that may contain lead and is urging homeowners in older neighborhoods to test their plumbing. The city plans to complete the inventory by 2037 and is seeking state funds to help replace affected lines & ensure safe water. CBS 2 Iowa
- ➤ Officials advise Cedar Rapids residents to protect home pipes during extreme cold lasting through the weekend by setting thermostats at least 55 degrees, leaving cabinet doors open, letting faucets drip, and thawing frozen pipes with a hair dryer while checking exhaust vents to avoid carbon monoxide risks. CBS 2 Iowa
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Reynolds awarded a Purple Heart to an Iowa National Guard soldier wounded in an ISIS attack on Dec. 13 during a five‑day visit to troops in Syria, Jordan, Iraq and Kuwait — recognizing his sacrifice — while also administering reenlistment oaths. KCRG
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services report shows that flu activity remains very high with 29.5% of tests positive, while COVID and RSV numbers have dropped slightly—school absenteeism and hospital visits still reflect ongoing respiratory illness. Locals are urged to follow health guidelines including staying home when sick. CBS 2 Iowa
- ➤ Family caregivers are urged by the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America to secure items near doors (car keys, jackets, and purses) that might encourage wandering among loved ones with dementia when arctic blasts and polar vortexes add cold risks in Cedar Rapids. CBS 2 Iowa
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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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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.
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Community Writers Circle
1-2 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — An enriching space for adults to share and explore their writing journeys.
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Heavy Hitters Boxing Event
4-10 p.m. — Teamsters Local 238 — Tickets available — Experience an exciting night of boxing with a championship showdown and local fighters.
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Kingston Yard Dinner Crawl
5-9 p.m. — Kingston Yard — Ticket required — Experience a flavor-filled culinary journey with drinks and dishes at multiple eateries.
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