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Saturday, March 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 29th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A University of Iowa law professor advised Iowans to delete their genetic profiles from 23andMe after the company filed for bankruptcy this week—she noted that the privacy policy lets new owners sell data and change its rules. Radio Iowa
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Cedar Rapids police arrested three siblings—Christian Baseme, Pierre Baseme, and Azane Baseme—after investigating the November 9 death of 18-year-old Ezekiel Baseme at a home on Roemig Street SW and charged them with involuntary manslaughter, assault causing bodily injury, and false imprisonment. KCRG
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Alliant Energy has partnered with Indian Creek Nature Center to test a fully electric school bus in Iowa’s cold weather—collecting data on charging patterns and energy use to compare it with a diesel bus. The solar-powered center will use the study to help plan future energy needs. KCRG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On March 28th, the Iowa legislature sent the governor a bill that would let physician assistants work in Iowa with a multi-state license. If passed, the bill will join Iowa to a compact with 14 states — including Nebraska, Minnesota and Wisconsin — to help ease the shortage of health care providers. Radio Iowa
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Nestlé USA said a small number of Lean Cuisine and Stouffer's frozen meals are recalled because they might have pieces of wood in them. Customers who bought these items at Iowa stores like Hy-Vee between August 2024 and March should return them to the store. KDAT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ More than 70 people—including NFL athletes, high school and college coaches, and co-workers—congratulated sports director Scott Saville on his retirement on March 21. The messages show his impact on local sports coverage and honor his career. KCRG
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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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Dine Out - Taste of India
5-8 p.m. — Taste of India — Vegan-friendly dining experience — Enjoy a range of excellent vegan options in a semi-private setting with fellow enthusiasts.
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Green Bay Gamblers vs. Cedar Rapids RoughRiders
6:59-11:05 p.m. — ImOn Ice — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting hockey showdown between the Green Bay Gamblers and the Cedar Rapids RoughRiders.
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Coralville Chaos at Cedar Rapids River Kings
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Alliant Energy Power House — Tickets starting at $22 — Experience an exciting night of hockey with the River Kings in Cedar Rapids.
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Mercy Auxiliary Spring Bazaar
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. — Mercy Medical Center Cedar Rapids — Free entry — Browse unique handcrafted items and support patient care services at this vibrant spring bazaar.
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Good Friday Prayer Breakfast 2025
7-9 a.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cedar Rapids Convention Complex — Early Bird Tickets $34 — Gather in prayer and fellowship over breakfast with keynote speaker Chris Norton.
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CAR SHOW at R&W Auto Detailing
3 PM — Summit View Village — Free entry — A delightful Cars and Coffee event featuring collaborations with local community groups.
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