Good Day
Cedar Rapids
Thursday, May 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday, immigrant workers, faith leaders and community members delivered 800 signatures to the Cedar Rapids State Patrol office to ask the state to end its 287(g) ICE Task Force, which lets troopers act like federal agents on traffic stops. ICE canceled immigrant leader Reina Marroquin’s check-in less than 24 hours before the event, delaying her next appointment until December 3rd — activists call this a win for the community. CBS 2 Iowa
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Boiling Pot opened in Cedar Rapids in March—located at 5070 Lindale Dr. NE—to offer a unique all-you-can-eat hot pot dining experience where everyone cooks their ingredients at individual tables. Owners Nancy Doan and Febly Astuti, who bring years of restaurant experience, plan to launch a DoorDash option later this month to bring hot pot to homes. The Gazette
- ➤ Captains Fish and Chicken held a soft opening on May 13 at its new Cedar Rapids location (3100 6th St SW near Checkers Tavern) and has not yet announced an official grand opening date. The restaurant, which first opened in October 2024, is set to expand its presence in town. KDAT
- ➤ Buchona’s Sports Bar & Grill opened two days ago in the Cedar Rapids building that once housed Chappy's Safari Lounge at 229 16th Ave SW — local owners Jimmy and Ally Ramirez, known for their Taco Depot restaurants, now serve a menu of classic bar fare with creative twists. The new venue brings a fresh look and updated dining option to the neighborhood. KDAT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Cedar Rapids Mayor Tiffany O’Donnell delivered her fourth State of the City address on Wednesday at the DoubleTree by Hilton Convention Center, highlighting economic growth with a $275 million casino project facing legal challenge, new community spaces, and over $800 million approved for flood control. She also noted a 40% drop in violent crime, expanded housing support for families affected by the derecho, and strong backing for a $117 million school bond measure. CBS 2 Iowa
- ➤ Today, Iowa lawmakers overhauled tax credit rules by adding credits for film, sustainable aviation fuel and research and development while repealing old incentives and introducing a measure that takes back credits from companies that lay off workers — a change designed to keep state funds supporting Iowa job retention. The Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Center Point Urbana Stormin' Pointers won Sports Illustrated’s best high school mascot contest when their mascot Stormin' Norman secured the title in a bracket-style competition held this spring. The award honors the mascot's legacy from the 1989 district merger—designed with input from teacher Richard Butschi and student councils. KDAT
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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.
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The Rapids
7-8 p.m. — Mirrorbox Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience a hilarious improvised soap opera comedy full of quirky characters and unexpected drama.
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Friday Night Music – Airwaves
6-9 p.m. — Cedar Ridge Distillery — Free entry — Rock out with Eastern Iowa's premier classic rock cover band, Airwaves, playing hits from the 70s to the 90s.
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Virtual Tour of Thomas Grove Assisted Living
9 AM - 7 PM — Thomas Grove Assisted Living and Memory Care — Free entry — Explore the best in senior living with quality meals, exceptional care, and friendly staff.
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Lake County Captains vs. Cedar Rapids Kernels
6:35-10:35 p.m. — Veterans Memorial Stadium — Prices vary — Enjoy a night of Minor League Baseball action featuring local teams.
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Lake County Captains vs. Cedar Rapids Kernels
12:05 – 1:35 PM — Veterans Memorial Stadium — Resale prices available — Enjoy a thrilling baseball matchup featuring the Captains and the Kernels.
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Wild Kratts Live
3:30-5:00 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the Kratt Brothers as they bring their animated antics to life on stage.
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Spokes Of Hope Bike Ride
11 AM – 3 PM — Sag Wagon — Registration fee applies — Celebrate resilience and support loved ones in the inaugural community bike ride.
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TINA - The Tina Turner Musical
2-4:30 p.m. — Hancher Auditorium — $45 – $115 — Experience the electrifying journey of Tina Turner, the Queen of Rock 'n' Roll, through her iconic hits.
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Computer Skills Training Workshop
2:30-4:30 p.m. — Cedar Rapids Public Library - Ladd Library — Free — Enhance your computer skills and earn a NorthStar Computer Literacy Certificate.
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