Good Day
Cedar Rapids
Sunday, March 8th, 2026
Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Dozens plunged into icy water in Cedar Rapids on Saturday to raise funds for Special Olympics Iowa; each participant raised at least $75 to support year-round sports training for over 10,000 athletes. Sponsors, including the Police Protective Charity, backed some 50 plungers returning for the first time in a decade. KCRG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Iowa legislators advanced a bill that would offer state grants and up to $20 million in tax credits to gaming companies that hire mostly local workers. A PlayStation social media manager testified that the incentives could attract top talent and help build a robust local gaming industry. Radio Iowa
- ➤ Nearly 60 Iowa National Guard soldiers returned to Cedar Rapids after a nearly year-long deployment in the Middle East supporting Operation Inherent Resolve — where they helped reduce ISIS operations. The welcome home ceremony honored two soldiers killed in action and marked their transition back to civilian life. KCRG
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ National Nutrition Month encourages Cedar Rapids residents to add at least three colors to their meals for a nutrient boost by promoting red, orange, and green foods for heart, vision, and immune support * frozen and canned vegetables also count as nutritious options. KCRG
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Twin Pines Golf Course will reopen on March 16 as Spring Break begins, offering a full course, driving range, and Mini Pines Miniature Golf Course in Cedar Rapids. The facility will operate daily (9:00 a.m. until dusk) with tee times available through local booking. KWWL
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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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Refuge City Church AYC Local Outreach
10 AM - 4 PM — Refuge City Church — Free entry — Engage in community outreach and ministry projects for Cedar Rapids residents.
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Monday Morning Story Time
10-10:30 a.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful morning filled with stories suitable for the whole family.
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