Good Day
Cedar Rapids
Tuesday, March 31st, 2026
Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 31st of March.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Ten agencies responded to a grass fire near Bertram on Monday night at 5:00 p.m., with Cedar Rapids Fire leading the effort as crews prepared for potential storms & lightning. Officials reported no injuries and said responders will monitor the scene for several hours. CBS 2 Iowa
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Gary Allan will perform his 90s country hits at the Great Jones County Fair in Monticello on Sunday, July 26. Tickets go on sale Friday, April 3 after a special presale on Thursday, April 2 (newsletter subscribers receive the code Wednesday). KDAT
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ GasBuddy reports Iowa’s average gas price dropped by 3.3 cents to $3.29 Monday—though it remains nearly 66 cents above last month. Prices vary widely across the state, with eastern areas trending higher. CBS 2 Iowa
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Today at 5 p.m., the CRCSD Board of Education meets in the Educational Leadership and Support Center board room to review final options for proposed attendance boundary changes and staffing cuts, including an intermediate model for 5th and 6th grades and a combined 5th-8th middle school alternative. CBS 2 Iowa
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Hy-Vee is spotlighting five candy trends ahead of Easter as shoppers fill baskets with seasonal treats. The retailer features limited-edition Butterbeer-flavored Hershey’s Kisses, Jolly Rancher Easter Gummies, Kit Kat Bunnies, Twizzlers Bunnies, and classic chocolates from Cadbury, Lindt, and Reese’s. CBS 2 Iowa
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Almost, Maine
7:30 p.m. — Ballantyne Auditorium — Free entry for students — Experience the heartfelt comedy of love and connection in a remote town on a magical winter night.
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Good Friday Prayer Breakfast 2026
6:30-8:30 a.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cedar Rapids Convention Complex — No cost mentioned — Enjoy a morning of prayer and breakfast with keynote speaker Kyle Hunter on this holy day.
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Zeus Rebel Waters and the Ghetto Cowboys Live
8 p.m. — Moco Game Room & Hot Dog Bar — No refunds — Experience a dynamic night of music with Zeus Rebel Waters and the Ghetto Cowboys on their Gumbo Show Tour.
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Community Writers Circle
1-2 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — A supportive space for adults to explore creative writing and storytelling.
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Cedar Rapids Titans vs North Michigan Muskies
7-10 p.m. — Alliant Energy Power House — Special ticket prices for students and essential workers — Catch the thrilling matchup between the Titans and Muskies.
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An Evening With The Fab Four
2:30-11:30 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the ultimate Beatles tribute with incredible performances and costume changes that capture the essence of the Fab Four.
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Scrabble Club Meeting
5:30-8 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Gather for an evening of wordplay and friendly competition with fellow Scrabble enthusiasts.
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Battle Arena: Nerf War for Teens
6-8 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Gather with fellow teens to engage in an epic Nerf blaster battle.
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Spring Book & Bake Sale at Hiawatha Public Library
10 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Discover wonderful books and delicious baked goods at this community event.
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Climate Future Film Festival
12-2 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Experience a captivating mix of films reflecting diverse responses to climate change.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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