Good Day
Cedar Rapids
Wednesday, May 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Animal Control in Cedar Rapids confirmed that an officer found a nine-foot reticulated python in a front yard earlier this month. Officials said the snake—named Sir Hiss-a-Lot—will soon be moved to an Illinois facility since reticulated pythons are illegal to own in Iowa. KDAT
- ➤ Due to skyrocketing costs, the Cedar Boat Club has cancelled its free fireworks show near Ellis Park on July 3 — a nearly 50-year tradition that will return in 2026. CBS 2 Iowa
- ➤ Cedar Boat Club announced that this year's Ellis Harbor fireworks show scheduled for July 3 near Ellis Park is cancelled due to skyrocketing fireworks costs—the club plans to host its largest celebration next year for the USA’s 250th year. KCRG
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Captain's Fish and Chicken opened its second location at 3100 Sixth St. SW on May 16; the restaurant serves the same fried fare with slightly different hours and owner Ray Aqel said customer demand led to the expansion — meeting calls for service on the other side of town. The Gazette
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Cedar Rapids man, Michael Ray Adkins, 48, was shot during a car fight in Minneapolis on May 15 & died from his injuries on May 16 as police investigate the homicide. CBS 2 Iowa
- ➤ A Cedar Rapids man — 48-year-old Michael Adkins — was fatally shot after an altercation inside a vehicle on the 2700 block of Columbus Avenue in Minneapolis on May 15 and died on May 16 after being transported by an ambulance, while the gunman fled the scene. KCRG
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Linn-Mar High School held a signing day event Tuesday morning to celebrate seniors committed to careers in education. District officials met with the students and provided each with a certificate that guarantees a future interview with the district. CBS 2 Iowa
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Iowa Agriculture Secretary Mike Naig said he will run for reelection in 2026+ he will not seek the governor seat. He said he will keep working to support Iowa farmers and rural communities+ a formal campaign launch will come later. CBS 2 Iowa
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Cancer Survivor's Celebration
Please join us for a fun and unique survivor celebration hosted by the American Cancer Society. This open house style event is an opportunity for cancer survivors to enjoy light refreshments, fellowship, and make a craft that is all about you and your cancer journey.
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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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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.
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Rock the Block: Alicia Monee
6-8 p.m. — NewBo City Market — Free entry — Enjoy live music from local and national bands during this summer concert series.
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