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Cedar Rapids
Thursday, April 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mount Trashmore, a popular trail site, has reopened for the season Tuesday through Sunday with all trails accessible. The Trashmore Challenge returns, inviting participants to complete 140 climbs over the year — a height equal to scaling Mount Everest. KWWL
- ➤ Green Square Meals returned to its usual home yesterday after a February dumpster fire forced a temporary relocation. The nonprofit continued serving meals at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church (a few blocks away) while insurance estimated $50,000 in smoke and debris damage. KCRG
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Sunshine Bliss Brunchery opened on March 30 at 2201 16th Ave SW in Cedar Rapids. Owner Victor Munoz offers a small menu of breakfast, lunch and dinner items, plus a drive-thru & daily service from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. KDAT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Theatre Cedar Rapids announced its 2026-27 season with 10 productions including musicals and plays that return to the Grandon Studio. Subscriptions are now available with a May 29 discount deadline, and the box office is open in person from April 1 to 7 (10 a.m.–4 p.m.). CBS 2 Iowa
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Longtime Kirkwood Community College coach Kim Muhl is retiring after 37 seasons with over 1,100 wins and nine national championships. He will be honored at the NCAA Women’s Final Four in Phoenix on Friday (and inducted into the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame in June). KCRG
- ➤ Cedar Rapids school leaders asked families for input on proposed attendance boundary changes during meetings held Wednesday night at three high schools (Jefferson, Kennedy, and Washington). The district will use the feedback to shape its recommendation to the Board of Education by Monday, Apr. 13. CBS 2 Iowa
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ More than 200 Iowa National Guard soldiers are returning from a Middle East deployment, with 60 arriving today just after noon at the Eastern Iowa Airport and a welcome ceremony scheduled for 1 p.m. at the Iowa Army Guard Armory in Cedar Rapids; another ceremony for 140 troops will be announced soon. KCRG
- ➤ NASA is gearing up for Artemis II, a 10-day crew mission around the moon and back, with Iowa ties highlighted by local reporting. The launch is set for Wednesday evening (NASA expert Dr. Lisa Carnell explained that astronauts will see the moon’s far side). KCRG
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UnityPoint Health St. Luke’s Hospital marked Donate Life Month yesterday with a butterfly memorial display and flag raising ceremony that honored donor families and raised awareness for organ, eye and tissue donations — an event that highlighted the life-saving impact of donations. CBS 2 Iowa
- ➤ Allergy season is underway as pollen levels rise and intensify in the coming weeks when trees bloom and grasses release pollen. Cedar Rapids residents are advised (Dr. Blaser says) to use ventilation filters and close windows on pollen days to reduce indoor exposure during the peak season around Mother’s Day. KCRG
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Cedar Rapids Kernels announced a ticket exchange promotion for chilly April games at the ballpark. Fans at home games under 50 degrees after 4 1/2 innings may swap their tickets for any remaining April or May game. CBS 2 Iowa
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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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For the Love of Plants
4-5 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Engage in plant-themed crafts and connect with fellow teens who share a passion for gardening.
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