Good Day
Cedar Rapids
Friday, February 27th, 2026
Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Brandi Doonan, one of this year’s 9 Who Care honorees, has used her passion for people and animals to connect Cedar Rapids elementary schools with nursing homes while supporting local pet shelters by volunteering at Dogs Forever. She advises others to start small when giving back. KCRG
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Performance Foodservice Cedar Rapids uses its new Culinary Kitchen to help local restaurants, schools and healthcare facilities test new recipes and update delivery strategies + the company delivers 125,000 products while supporting community growth. It also marks the 70th anniversary of its Roma? Pizza and Italian brand. Cedar Rapids Economic Alliance
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The union representing Whirlpool workers in Cedar Rapids says the company will lay off 350 workers at its Amana plant on March 9 as it shifts investment to Mexico, and union leaders are meeting with local lawmakers to ask tough questions. KCRG
- ➤ Gas prices in Iowa rose by a dime per gallon over the past week amid concerns over tensions in the Persian Gulf, according to an AAA spokesperson. Prices remained below the national average, with Iowa at $2.63 compared to $2.98 nationally. Radio Iowa
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Cedar Rapids city leaders are reviewing a proposed FY27 budget that may set aside funds to donate $500,000 for the new 13,000 sqft Our Place Center for Older Adults at Horizons (819 Fifth St. SE). Construction will begin this spring with completion expected in early 2027. The Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UnityPoint Health honors 38 nurses as 2026 Great Iowa Nurses, including a record 21 from Cedar Rapids. The award will be presented during a virtual ceremony this spring to recognize their outstanding care and dedication to patients. CBS 2 Iowa
- ➤ St. Luke’s Health Care Foundation will award 50 AEDs to eligible community organizations including nonprofits, government bodies, and schools in Cedar Rapids (and surrounding counties) through its Heart Saver Grant program. Applications must be submitted by May 11 and recipients will be announced in July. CBS 2 Iowa
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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.
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Dungeons & Dragons for Adults
5-8 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Engage in exciting Dungeons & Dragons adventures in a friendly adult setting.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Youth Advisory Board Meeting
5-6 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Share your ideas and help shape the library's future.
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Once Upon a Book Nook
6-7:30 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Repurpose old books into unique dioramas and give them new life.
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American Mahjong Open Play
2-4 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Engage in a friendly game of American mahjong with fellow enthusiasts.
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Scrabble Club
1-4 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Challenge your vocabulary skills in a fun and friendly atmosphere.
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