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Cedar Rapids
Friday, April 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday night just before 9:20 p.m., a car driven by Hamzah Altaweel age 18 failed to stop at a stop sign on Mabie Road east of Wright Brothers Boulevard near Ely and rolled onto its roof, injuring him and a passenger age 20 who were taken to a local hospital with minor injuries while Altaweel faces charges for failure to maintain control, no insurance and disobeying a traffic control device. KCRG
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Scoops Creamery has opened its new ice cream stand at Lindale Mall in Cedar Rapids—located across from Pretzelmaker near the escalator—and offers a wide range of custom flavors, mix-ins, and frozen treats such as smoothies, shakes, and frappes. The shop is open Monday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. KDAT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Former Iowa Supreme Court Justice Mark McCormick died at 91 on Sunday. He served on the court from April 12 until January 31. KCRG
- ➤ Iowa’s new hands‑free phone law—signed by Governor Kim Reynolds on April 2nd after a Senate vote on March 18—will ban drivers from holding electronic devices while driving starting July 1st; for six months, officials will issue warnings before a $100 fine takes effect on January 1st. KDAT
- ➤ Drivers in downtown Cedar Rapids received tow notices because a computer glitch at a mailing contractor sent out erroneous letters for unpaid parking fines, but a parking authority spokesperson said no car will be towed. Jon Rouse, ParkCR's general manager, explained towing happens only in extreme cases (the error affected multiple notices) and apologized for the mix-up. KDAT
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Brigitte Toingar owns three LLCs in Cedar Rapids that include code-violating properties which forced families to leave uninhabitable units on Aossey Lane on March 27 and Americus Drive on April 2. Two LLCs are inactive and a registered agent for her third business is set to resign soon—Toingar is scheduled for court on April 21 and trial on May 22 along with contempt hearings on June 2. KCRG
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The 52nd edition of RAGBRAI will take riders on a seven-day bike ride that briefly crosses into Minnesota at Brown Park South on July 21 — the first time the ride leaves Iowa. Organizers said riders will quickly return to Iowa as they travel from Milford to Estherville with various themed stops along the route. KCCI
- ➤ Two time Grammy nominees Fall Out Boy teamed up with the Iowa Cubs to launch a limited edition merchandise drop on April 2nd. The collaboration highlights the band's Midwest roots and passion for baseball—drawing local fans to celebrate their love for the sport. KDAT
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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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The Cher Show
7:30-9 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — Tickets available — An inspiring journey through the life and music of Cher with vibrant performances and costumes.
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The Rapids
7-8 p.m. — Mirrorbox Theatre — Ticket prices may vary — Enjoy an improvised soap opera comedy where audience suggestions drive the hilarity.
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Cooking for a Cause: Italian Night with Chef Craig
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Groundswell Cafe — $25 per person — Learn to cook a delicious Italian dinner while supporting a great cause.
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Murder Mystery Dinner Show
6-9 p.m. — 101 1st Ave SW, Cedar Rapids, IA — $ — Put on your detective hat and enjoy a thrilling interactive murder mystery dinner experience.
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