Good Day
Cedar Rapids
Wednesday, February 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 19th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Gianna's Italian Beef in Cedar Rapids closed abruptly after six years, impacting the community and leaving a legacy dedicated to the owner's late daughter. The Gazette
- ➤ Cedar Rapids is set to begin phased maintenance on the 60-year-old 3rd Avenue Bridge this summer, aiming to keep the courthouse accessible and mitigate parking issues with the parallel completion of the 2nd Ave. Bridge. CBS 2 Iowa
- ➤ Firefighters in Cedar Rapids deal with increased heater-related fires and challenges such as icy conditions and equipment malfunctions during winter. CBS 2 Iowa
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Jury deliberations are set to continue in the Cedar Rapids murder trial where Denzel Wilson is accused of first-degree murder in the death of Kenyauta Vesey-Keith, with testimony indicating the motive was revenge. KCRG
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Marion Fire Department reports an increase in carbon monoxide incidents due to heating appliances amid colder temperatures, emphasizing the importance of detectors and proper ventilation. KCRG
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Culinary Class: Winter Citrus Recipes
Participants will learn to prepare various recipes including blood orange marmellata, limoncello, and cannoli dip using winter citrus fruits in a demonstration class led by Julie Parisi.
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Rock of Ages 80’s Singalong Concert
Experience a one-night-only 80's rock concert featuring popular hits and a nostalgic atmosphere, performed by members of the TCR's iconic cast.
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Des Moines Buccaneers vs. Cedar Rapids RoughRiders
The Des Moines Buccaneers face off against the Cedar Rapids RoughRiders at ImOn Ice Arena for an exciting hockey match.
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