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Cedar Rapids
Wednesday, March 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 19th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Harold's Chicken reopened in February on the southwest side near Wawa Caribbean at a site that once housed Highway 30 Diner. Co-owners Vaosa Omeara and Tierra Long brought the Chicago favorite back with a simple menu and fresh food—this is the only Harold’s Chicken in Cedar Rapids since 2017—while planning a drive-thru and delivery service as they grow. The Gazette
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A mother remembered how her 16-year-old son Michael McCune was fatally shot eight times in the entryway of an apartment building in Cedar Rapids a few minutes after leaving home in February, and on Tuesday Devin Gardner—a 19-year-old from Maquoketa who admitted driving the group—received a 32-year prison sentence run consecutively. The Gazette
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A consultant from Stantec Consulting was hired after a $318,000 contract was approved to study how to remove a low head dam and improve the area at Palisades Kepler State Park, according to DNR River Programs Coordinator Nate Hoogeveen. He said the study will balance recreation access with protecting spawning habitats for sturgeon and paddlefish along the Cedar River system — a key environmental priority. Radio Iowa
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Linn County health officials are urging residents to check their measles vaccination status as U.S. cases have already passed totals from 2024 and two unvaccinated people died in Texas and New Mexico. Officials stressed the need for vaccination since Iowa has had no cases since 2019. KCRG
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A California-based buyer purchased Northland Square on Collins Road for $17.5 million, a popular shopping center that has been fully occupied since 1994. Hanley Investment Group arranged the sale on behalf of the previous owners and most stores such as TJ Maxx, Barnes and Noble, Office Max, Old Navy, Famous Footwear and Hallmark will continue operating under the new ownership. KDAT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Iowa women's basketball guard Kylie Feuerbach will return next season for her final season of eligibility after starting all 32 games this season with averages of 6.4 points and 2.1 rebounds per game—coach Jan Jensen praised her defensive skills and leadership. KCRG
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Bored Teachers Comedy Tour
This comedy tour features educators bringing relatable humor derived from classroom experiences, catering especially to teachers and education professionals.
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Carly Pearce Concert
Carly Pearce will perform live at the Paramount Theatre in Cedar Rapids, offering an evening of country music.
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Spring Renewal Sound Meditation
3-4:15 p.m. | Breathing Room Yoga | $30 | Experience deep relaxation and renewal through the soothing sounds of meditation instruments.
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Culinary Class: Let's Get Saucy 2.0!
6-8 p.m. | NewBo City Market | Ticket required | Enhance your pasta game with 4 new delicious sauces in this interactive culinary class.
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St. Patrick Catholic Church Lenten Fish Fry
5-7:30 p.m. — St. Patrick Catholic Church — $6 – $19 — Enjoy a festive fish fry with dine-in and drive-thru options during Lent.
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Yesandia Spring Showcase
3:30-5:30 p.m. — Mirrorbox Theatre — $16.88 — Enjoy an area-wide improv showcase featuring talented Eastern Iowa high school students.
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Virtual Tour of Best Senior Living
9 AM - 7 PM | Cottage Grove Place | Free entry | Explore the top-rated senior living communities and their incredible meal offerings and engaging activities.
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Champions of Magic
7:30-9 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — Unspecified cost — Experience spectacular illusions and mind-blowing magic straight from London's West End.
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Whose Live Anyway
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an improv comedy show that has delighted audiences since 1999.
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Smells Like Nirvana Tribute Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — The Olympic South Side Theater — Ticket prices vary — Rock out to the ultimate Nirvana tribute band featuring classics and rare b-sides.
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