Good morning, Cedar Rapids.

Cedar Rapids Animal Care & Control said a reticulated python—nicknamed Sir Hiss-a-Lot—found in a backyard last week is on its way to a new home out-of-state where it will have more space.

The agency thanked local residents for their support that turned the snake into a local celebrity.

The Houby Days festival in Czech Village began on Saturday with 175 pounds of morel mushrooms sold to fund local business upkeep and continues today from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.—vendors offer food and merchandise to help maintain sidewalks and lawns.

On Saturday, more than 100 local residents plunged into tubs full of ice water at Kingston Yard for three minutes to raise awareness for homelessness.

Waypoint organized its 2nd annual fundraiser and it raised over $20,000+ money that directly supports services for nearly 20,000 people+ while showing the harsh challenges some face every day.

A house fire on Saturday afternoon in the 900 Block of C Ave NW led Cedar Rapids Fire Department crews to rescue three cats — heavy damage to both upstairs and downstairs apartments displaced many residents.

A new analysis from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows Iowa is witnessing rapid growth in 50 diverse job sectors—ranging from agriculture to healthcare—and these trends come as unemployment remains low at 3.5%.

Iowa State Auditor Rob Sand is running for governor and says that limits on his office have created a fiscal time bomb—he has toured all 99 counties to warn voters and has nearly $7 million in family donations supporting his campaign, having first been elected in 2018.

On May 17th, high winds knocked down and tilted newly-planted trees in Cedar Rapids and today city contractors are checking on them—restaking and watering as needed.

A local Fareway Cooking Segment shows viewers how to mix different greens, vegetables, and proteins while making a healthy dressing with olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard + honey.

The segment offers simple tips to turn plain salads into colorful, nutritious meals.

The Rapids

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Relay For Life Walkathon

Celebrate cancer survivors and fight back against cancer with us! From 9 am - noon at Prairie High School track & field, enjoy free breakfast, family activities, and a welcoming space to remember those we have lost to cancer.