Good Day
Cedar Rapids
Tuesday, May 5th, 2026
Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Old MacDonald's Farm opened for the 2026 season on Monday in Bever Park with a free Chalk the Farm event, where visitors decorated sidewalks with chalk and met farm animals from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.—donations helped support animal care. KWWL
- ➤ The Alliant Energy LightLine Bridge replaces the rail bridge lost in the 2008 flood and nears completion over the Cedar River, connecting NewBo and Czech Village. The $20 million project received funding from public funds, private donations and Alliant Energy, and it is set to finish this fall. KCRG
- ➤ After Ridglan Farms surrendered its license, the Animal Rescue League of Iowa took in beagles from a Wisconsin facility, with the first dogs leaving last Friday and rescue groups preparing needed medical care and socialization (donations welcomed). KCRG
- ➤ The Rotary Club of Marion-East Cedar Rapids will host its annual waffle breakfast fundraiser on Saturday, May 16 at Lowe Park Arts & Environment Center in Marion, featuring an all-you-can-eat breakfast and raffle tickets for a chance to win a bicycle, with proceeds benefiting the Shoes for Kids program. CBS 2 Iowa
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ GasBuddy data shows Iowa gas prices jumped 25 cents per gallon in the past week to an average of $3.96 statewide; the cheapest station was $3.29 + the most expensive was $4.94, highlighting the ongoing rise compared to last month and last year. CBS 2 Iowa
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Mat Fowler, a National Guard veteran with ALS, has been accepted into a drug trial to slow his disease by clearing toxic proteins. He still coaches at Jefferson High School while his family stands by him (a hopeful step in his treatment). CBS 2 Iowa
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Food truck events will take place in Eastern Iowa this summer, including Food Truck Tuesdays at NewBo City Market (11 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 5 to Aug. 25), Food Truck Thursdays at Shuttleworth and Ingersoll (May 28 to Aug. 27), and Freedom Feastival on June 11 in Cedar Rapids. KDAT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The inaugural Cedar Rapids marathon, a Boston qualifier, will run on June 7 after organizers addressed complaints over a route with a quarry run and railroad crossings — they reduced crossings from 10 to 2 — and removed a private road, with final certification expected a week before the race. KDAT
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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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