Good morning, Cedar Rapids.

Tomorrow the 2025 Cedar Rapids Freedom FEASTival will take place at Greene Square Park from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and features many food trucks, live music by New Horizons Band, Mira Gibbons, Orchestra Iowa and 42 Romeo, yard games and other kids’ activities; admission is free while food purchases are separate & Brain will broadcast live from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Residents in Cedar Rapids can sign up for a free 10-week transportation planning program that will run from May 6 to July 8 at the downtown library.

The course, held every Tuesday from 5:30 — 7:30 p.m. at Beems Auditorium B, will feature talks by local experts.

Traffic on 1st Street SW near Ingredion was reduced to one lane on Wednesday morning after a private contractor’s vehicle hit a railroad crossing sign that fell into the roadway — railroad crews worked on the sign while police urged drivers to use caution.

Smiley's Soup and Sandwiches will soon open a booth inside NewBo City Market where their food is available five days a week.

Their food truck will be at the Cedar Rapids Freedom FEASTival on Friday, May 2nd at Greene Square Park.

After reopening in downtown Cedar Rapids in April, The Lost Cuban Kitchen has closed unexpectedly and third-party delivery apps are no longer accepting orders—this marks owner Jess Streit's third attempt at the ghost kitchen concept.

Cedar Rapids Community School District will invest $3.5 million in student safety for the 2025-26 school year, with $2 million for behavior support roles and student advocacy and $1.5 million for social-emotional specialists at almost every school—recruitment for these roles will begin soon.

Iowa Migrant Movement for Justice said it did not hand over private details requested by a state lawmaker and claimed the action intimidated nonprofits amid a national immigration crackdown.

The group described the directive—issued during a government oversight probe—as an abuse of process that threatened the privacy of its members and clients.

Tchaikovsky Discovers America - Family Discovery Day

7 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a delightful exploration of Tchaikovsky's music tailored for the family.

Greg Warren Live

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Penguin's Comedy Club — Check for updates — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian Greg Warren as he shares his unique storytelling flair.

Steve Trevino Live

7-8:30 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy the laughs with 'America's Favorite Husband' on his continued Good Life tour.

Business Breakfast: Data Centers in the Corridor

7:30-9 a.m. — The New Bohemian Innovation Collaborative (NewBoCo) — $5 — Engage in a thought-provoking panel on the impact of data centers on the local economy and environment.

Vintage Market Days® of Eastern Iowa

10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Hawkeye Downs Speedway & Expo Center — $10 — Discover a curated collection of vintage-inspired treasures and handcrafted goods.

Breakthrough T1D Walk

8 AM – 12 PM — Big Grove Brewery & Taproom — Registration fee required — Walk, enjoy family activities, and support the T1D community.

U.S. Open Local Qualifying Tournament

All day — Cedar Rapids Country Club — Registration required — Participate in the local qualifying round for the prestigious U.S. Open golf tournament.

1 Million Cups Cedar Rapids: Iowa Running Co.

9-10 a.m. — Geonetric — Free entry — Engage with local entrepreneurs and hear the inspiring journey of Iowa Running Co. in promoting an active community.

Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Show

6-9 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Cedar Rapids — $61.95 + taxes & fees — Experience North America's largest interactive murder mystery dinner show while enjoying a fantastic meal.

The Rapids

7-8 p.m. — Mirrorbox Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience a hilarious improvised soap opera comedy full of quirky characters and unexpected drama.