Good Day
Cedar Rapids
Saturday, May 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 2nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Officer Chris Hennessy returned early from a nearly year-long deployment in Syria and on Thursday afternoon was escorted by police to All Saints Catholic School (he is one of 107 National Guard soldiers coming home) where he surprised his two children at an assembly. KCRG
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The district hosted a 'Take the Wheel' event today at a controlled course to let community members test drive a full-size bus as they search for new drivers. Officials said the effort comes ahead of fall changes like school closures and adjusted bus routes. KCRG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A construction project to build a new roundabout and flood control system closed F Avenue between 1st and 4th streets and G Avenue at 1st Street since Friday. Detours run on 1st Avenue while an alternate route via E Avenue will open in about three weeks. CBS 2 Iowa
- ➤ House File 2297 heads to the governor’s desk to require passive radon mitigation systems in new homes, set to be enforced by the state building code and take effect July 1 to lower cancer risk from radon exposure. KCRG
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ State officials said pseudorabies did not spread after the virus was found in a small herd of hogs yesterday in central Iowa; tests confirmed only five boars from Texas tested positive and the affected hogs (fewer than 100) will be destroyed. Radio Iowa
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Cedar Rapids Marathon organizers have adjusted the course by removing a private road and cutting railroad crossings from 10 to 2—ensuring a safer Boston qualifier. They will host a Q&A at Big Grove on Monday, May 4. KCRG
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Expressive Arts: The Art of Music
4-5 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Explore the unique characteristics of various music genres in a community setting.
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Dungeons & Dragons Adult Club
5-8 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Engage in an adventurous Dungeons & Dragons campaign tailored for adults.
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Dungeons and Dragons Gathering
6-7:30 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Dive into epic adventures with fellow tabletop RPG enthusiasts.
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Pied Piper Concert for Young Children
9:15-9:45 a.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Delight in a lively brass instrument concert tailored for young children.
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Mother's Day Buffet at 350 First
10 AM – 2 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cedar Rapids Convention Complex — $45 per person — Celebrate mom with a delightful brunch buffet featuring chef-inspired dishes and treats.
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Senior Create Hour: Painting for Fun
1-3 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free — Relax and explore painting in a friendly environment designed for older adults.
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Youth Advisory Board Meeting
5-6 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Collaborate on ideas and influence future library programs.
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Purrfect Pages Workshop
6-7:30 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Turn old books into something purr-fectly adorable!
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Hiawatha Comic Book Club
7-8 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Bring your favorite reads and connect with fellow comic enthusiasts.
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Dungeons and Dragons for Teens and Tweens
6-7:30 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Dive into the world of Dungeons and Dragons with adventures tailored for teens and tweens in a supportive environment.
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