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Cedar Rapids
Friday, February 14th, 2025
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Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 14th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents of Cedar Rapids' Rompot neighborhood are seeking city intervention over concerns about noise and odors emanating from the adjacent Cargill rail yard, despite city assurances of compliance with noise regulations. KCRG
- ➤ Mas Margaritas, a beloved Mexican restaurant in Cedar Rapids, has reopened with new ownership after a temporary closure since December for significant changes. KDAT
- ➤ St. Luke's Hospital has introduced Kyah, a one-year-old German Shepherd, as its first K-9 officer to enhance the security team, aiming to deter disruptive behavior and de-escalate violent situations while offering stress reduction for patients and staff. CBS 2 Iowa
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Manuel Tomas Gaspar from Atlanta, Georgia, was sentenced to over 19 years in federal prison for distributing meth and heroin to Cedar Rapids. KCRG
- ➤ Luke Truesdell's quadruple murder trial in Linn County is postponed to accommodate his defense attorney's recovery from surgery. CBS 2 Iowa
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ QTS has committed to building a $750 million data center in Cedar Rapids, expected to be the city's largest economic development, bringing high-quality jobs and leveraging local talent. KCRG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Iowa considers nuclear energy revival to support its booming data center industry's energy and water requirements amid concerns over an expanding tech sector's resource demands. CBS 2 Iowa
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Jersey Boys Musical Performance
Jersey Boys tells the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, highlighting their rise from humble beginnings to becoming a celebrated pop-music phenomenon.
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Navigating Menopause and BHRT: A Community Education Event
This free community event at the Cedar Rapids Public Library will provide valuable insights into managing menopause and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT), featuring a presentation from Dr. Teggatz and opportunities for Q&A.
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