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Cedar Rapids
Saturday, February 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of February.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ One individual is hospitalized in critical condition following a shooting near Jim's Foods in Cedar Rapids, with police ongoing investigation and no arrests made. CBS 2 Iowa
- ➤ The Cedar Rapids Police Department is seeking assistance in identifying a person involved in a stolen credit card case and locating a Ford Focus connected to the incident. CBS 2 Iowa
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Cedar Rapids begins construction on the Cedar Crossing Casino and Entertainment Center, a $275 million project expected to generate $60 million annually for Iowa and $6 million for local nonprofits. CBS 2 Iowa
SPORTS NEWS
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Jersey Boys at Theatre Cedar Rapids
Jersey Boys tells the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, showcasing their rise to fame through memorable music and strong storytelling.
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Cedar Rapids Iowa SportShow 2025
The Cedar Rapids Iowa SportShow will feature a three-day RV meetup along with exhibits of boats, fishing, hunting, and outdoor activities.
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Jersey Boys Musical Performance
Jersey Boys is a celebrated musical that chronicles the rise of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, featuring their iconic hits and a compelling story of friendship and success.
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Noelridge Winter Tree Identification Walk
The Cedar Rapids Parks Foundation offers a guided walk to learn about winter tree identification using various natural clues at Noelridge Park.
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Dragons and Mythical Beasts Stage Show
Experience a magical stage adventure featuring dragons, mythical creatures, and vibrant characters designed to spark imagination and wonder.
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Cedar Rapids RoughRiders vs. Des Moines Buccaneers Game
The Cedar Rapids RoughRiders will host the Des Moines Buccaneers for an exciting live hockey match at ImOn Ice Arena.
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Culinary Class: Fresh Pasta 201
This hands-on class continues from Fresh Pasta 101, teaching attendees how to infuse pasta dough with flavors, create farfalle pasta shapes, and make gnocchi from scratch.
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Newsboys Concert at Paramount Theatre
The Australian pop rock band Newsboys, known for their uplifting contemporary Christian music, will perform at the Paramount Theatre featuring hits from their extensive discography.
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Kirkwood Vocal Jazz Festival Evening Concert
The Kirkwood Vocal Jazz Festival features performances by Jazz Transit, Jazz Express, and the Blake Shaw Big(ish) Band in a ticketed evening concert at Ballantyne Auditorium.
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Jersey Boys – A Musical Journey
Jersey Boys chronicles the rise of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, showcasing their music, friendships, and journeys from New Jersey to international stardom.
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