Good Day
Cedar Rapids
Tuesday, May 19th, 2026
Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On May 15, attendees at the Houby Days Festival previewed Horseshoe + Hide, a new saloon set to open soon in the historic Sykora Bakery building in Czech Village at 73 16th Ave SW; owners Candy and Kory Nanke plan to offer a cocktail menu with outdoor patio seating. KDAT
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Iowa are rising as the average sits at $4.31 per gallon, which is 73 cents more than last month. Prices range from $3.76 to $5.38 per gallon (according to a GasBuddy survey of 2,036 stations). CBS 2 Iowa
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Kirkwood Community College President Kristie Fisher encouraged graduates today as the academic year wraps up, saying students should focus on building essential skills (even if they are unsure of what comes next). She noted that graduation marks a beginning and urged them to face the future with confidence. KWWL
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Three Iowa environmental groups have sued the EPA over its removal of seven waterways from the Impaired Waters List, arguing that past tests showed dangerous nitrate levels. The agency must respond by July 13. KCRG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A section of First Avenue Northeast between A Avenue and First Avenue East closed yesterday for flood control work — the road is set to remain closed until August 21, affecting local traffic in Cedar Rapids. KCRG
- ➤ The Governor’s Traffic Safety Bureau partners with local law enforcement for the Click It or Ticket campaign that began yesterday and will run through May 31 during Memorial Day travel, urging drivers to buckle up as the best way to prevent serious injury. KCRG
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Cyclists in Cedar Rapids will ride on June 6 to support Mercy's Hall-Perrine Cancer Center Hope Fund at Sag Wagon Deli and Brew (827 Shaver Road Northeast). Riders have staggered start times at 9, 10, or 11 a.m. and receive a commemorative T-shirt with proceeds aiding cancer care. KWWL
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ken Williams of Cedar Rapids caught a tagged walleye in the Iowa Great Lakes at 10:00 a.m. Friday and earned $5,647 when the fish was verified at Kabele’s Trading Post Saturday; eight tagged fish remain available for prizes until Aug. 31. KCRG
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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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Cedar Rapids Pokémon TCG & Collectibles Show
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cedar Rapids Convention Complex — Entry fee varies — Explore a vibrant market for Pokémon cards, TCG collectibles, and more.
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Sci-Fi/Fantasy Writing Workshop
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Explore the infinite possibilities of storytelling in the Sci-Fi and Fantasy genres.
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Story Time at Stillwater Coffee
9:30-10:00 a.m. — Stillwater Coffee — Free event — Enjoy a cozy story time with engaging books, lively songs, and joyful movement activities for little ones and their grown-ups.
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American Mahjong Open Play
2-4 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Engage in friendly games of American mahjong with fellow enthusiasts.
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Throttle & Throwbacks
7-10 p.m. — Hawkeye Downs Speedway & Expo Center — $0 – $15 — Experience the excitement of local NASCAR racing with fan-favorite classes and live action.
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Midwest Shredfest Drift Event
8 a.m. — Hawkeye Downs Speedway & Expo Center — Fees vary — Experience the thrill of drifting with beginner-friendly support and on-site food options.
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Computer Skills Training
2:30-4:30 p.m. — Cedar Rapids Public Library - Ladd Library — Free entry — Boost your digital skills with hands-on exercises and personalized guidance in this interactive workshop.
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Blue Blocks Workshop
10-11:30 a.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Engage your creativity with blocks in this community-focused event for children.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The beauty of a living thing is not the atoms that go into it, but the way those atoms are put together.
~ Carl Sagan
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