Good morning, Cedar Rapids.

Chicago: The Musical will play at 7:30 p.m. Monday, March 2 at the Paramount Theatre (123 3rd Ave, SE Cedar Rapids) with Illeana Kirven starring as Mama Morton.

Tickets are available from $75 to $111.

The Eastern Iowa Airport set a record in January by serving 128,641 passengers—a 5 percent increase from last year—with American and United Airlines boosting flights to Chicago O’Hare.

A GasBuddy survey shows Iowa's average gas price rose by 8.6 cents to $2.55 per gallon over the past week, although prices remain 41.9 cents lower than a year ago and range from $2.09 to $4.11 per gallon.

The Cedar Rapids Community School District Board is considering staffing cuts at Washington High today to address a 10M shortfall; the proposal could cut 10 classes, remove a band teacher position & reduce Advanced Placement course availability.

On Monday, the Iowa Senate approved a plan to increase public school funding by 2% — adding $7 million for paraeducators — to give schools budget certainty for the coming year.

Effective today, eastbound Diagonal Drive SW will be reduced to one lane between 2nd Street (and the next intersection) for one week as part of scheduled road improvements.

Anonymous donors pledged $50,000 to Foundation 2 Crisis Services on Monday to honor 5-year-old Jack Schleier, with plans to expand mental health outreach and workplace training in the community (the nonprofit offers free, confidential 24/7 help).

National data finds that colorectal cancer is now the leading cause of cancer deaths for Americans under 50, surpassing breast cancer.

Health experts stress early detection—through screening and prompt evaluation of symptoms—to improve outcomes, noting that most young patients are diagnosed in advanced stages.

Health care providers urge Iowans to visit urgent care & primary care for flu, RSV or COVID symptoms and reserve the ER for true emergencies like chest pain or vision loss.

They remind locals to wash hands, stay home when sick and get a flu shot.

Murder Mystery Club

6-7:30 p.m. — Cedar Rapids Public Library - Ladd Library — Free entry — Dive into a thrilling mystery and collaborate with fellow detectives to uncover the truth at the library.

For the Love of Plants - Hiawatha Public Library Plant Club for Teens

4-5 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Engage in a supportive atmosphere for teens to learn and grow their plant knowledge.

Tai Chi for Older Adults

10-11 a.m. — Cedar Rapids Public Library — Free entry — Experience a 12-week journey into the gentle art of Tai Chi, building skills week by week.

Composting for Beginners

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Discover the essentials of composting and how to get started at home.

Dungeons & Dragons for Adults

5-8 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Engage in exciting Dungeons & Dragons adventures in a friendly adult setting.

Paws to Read

6:30-7 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — A tale-wagging good time for all featuring reading with furry friends.

Guys and Dolls Musical

7:30 PM - 11:59 PM — Theatre Cedar Rapids — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an award-winning musical comedy about love and luck in the bustling streets of Broadway.

Dungeons and Dragons for Teens and Tweens

6-7:30 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Unleash your imagination in a collaborative adventure with friends at the library.

Jo Koy's Stand-Up Comedy Show

8-11 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the comedic genius of Jo Koy as he shares relatable tales from his colorful family.

Youth Advisory Board Meeting

5-6 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Share your ideas and help shape the library's future.