Good morning, Cedar Rapids.

Cedar Valley Humane Society is set to close beginning Monday, Feb.

2 for two weeks as it moves to a new adoption facility next door; adoptions will continue by appointment while renovations convert the old shelter for stray animal holding and public services, with full operations planned later this year.

Fareway presented a check for nearly $289,000 on Wednesday — funds raised via a round-up campaign that began Nov.

24 in the Des Moines metro — to help the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves Toys for Tots Foundation buy over 36,000 toys for the upcoming holiday season.

A new Iowa Restaurant Association report shows nearly half of restaurants statewide are not making a profit because of high credit card fees and fewer weekend diners since the pandemic, a trend that could impact Cedar Rapids dining in the coming months.

Fireside, a new multicultural sports bar blending African and American flavors, will open at 6 p.m. tomorrow (411 First St. SE in downtown Cedar Rapids).

The restaurant will serve dishes like cassava leaf with fufu, slow-cooked goat stew, and collard greens.

A new Iowa State University Extension report finds that farmers will pay about 4% more for corn production and 2% for soybean production in 2026.

The report notes that tight margins will require careful planning and land costs may drop slightly (each farm’s costs will vary).

On Thursday, Iowa's News Now Photojournalist Kyle Kacena photographed several bald eagles hunting along the Cedar River as populations improved with state conservation efforts and the Endangered Species Act.

As temperatures warm and ice conditions weaken, the Iowa Department of Natural Resources urges people to check ice thickness when walking, fishing, or riding ATVs on frozen lakes.

They recommend at least 4+ inches of clear ice and advise avoiding risky spots near moving water or docks.

Utility crews stayed safe over the weekend after temperatures fell nearly 50 degrees below zero, and MidAmerican Energy shifted focus to emergency responses while scaling back noncritical maintenance work; the company trained workers to recognize hypothermia and frostbite signs.

Nonprofit groups can apply for $28,800 in preservation grants from the Linn County Historic Preservation Commission — applications are due by 5 p.m. March 27, with clinics to assist on Feb.

18 at the Jean Oxley Linn County Public Service Center and on Feb. 28 online.

The City of Cedar Rapids issued a Precautionary Boil Advisory today for residents on Brookview and Laurel Lanes NE after a ruptured water main caused low pressure, and repairs are underway with an update set for Saturday (Jan.

31).

Iowans without an upgraded Real ID face a $45 fee for air travel starting this Sunday, as TSA spokeswoman (Jessica Mayle) said adults must pay online before reaching security.

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.

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.

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.

Community Writers Circle

1-2 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Gather with fellow writers to share and develop creative ideas.

Doug Thompson - Stand-Up Comedy Show

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Pickle Palace — Ticket purchase required — Heartfelt humor from Doug Thompson, a comedian sharing life lessons after surviving heart surgery.

Free Volunteer Tax Assistance

12-8 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free service — Get help with tax preparation and filing from caring VITA volunteers in a community-focused setting.

Wellness Initiative for Senior Education (WISE) Program

1-2:30 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Celebrate life and explore wellness topics in a supportive community setting.