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Cedar Rapids
Saturday, June 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance is hosting the Farmers’ Market from 7:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., and several streets are closed from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.—including 2nd, 3rd and 4th Avenues SE as well as 2nd, 3rd and 5th Streets SE—and a no parking/tow away zone is in effect from 4:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., so visitors should use nearby ramps such as the 4th Avenue or Convention Complex ramps. KWWL
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A caretaker named Sumaya Thomas has been charged with stealing over $6,700 from two dependent adults with intellectual disabilities in Cedar Rapids—police said she used their debit cards in March while acting as their caretaker and now faces charges that include theft, credit card fraud, and dependent adult abuse. KCRG
- ➤ Cedar Rapids Police released crime statistics for January 1 to May 31 that show two homicides, aggravated assaults rising to 139 from 122 last year, and declines in burglaries and shots fired compared to five-year averages—while theft from vehicles reached 175 and vehicle thefts hit 98, slightly up from 2024 but still below average. CBS 2 Iowa
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Cedar Rapids Schools held a tailgate event today to honor teachers and staff with free food, music, games, awards and raffle prizes; local leaders and businesses joined in to recognize the district's progress. The event was hosted with the Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance—underscoring strong community support as the summer begins. CBS 2 Iowa
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Clean energy advocates warn that if Congress passes the reconciliation bill as is, Iowa could lose jobs, manufacturing facilities and renewable energy projects while utility bills increase. The changes would end key tax credits from the Inflation Reduction Act—raising uncertainty among developers and affecting future industry growth. KCRG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds signed two dozen bills into law Friday that include an 80 hours per month work requirement for Medicaid recipients in the Iowa Health and Wellness Plan — state officials expect about 40,000 people to lose coverage over the next five years. The laws also set a plan to spend $56 million from the opioid settlement fund, with most of the money going to the Department of Health and Human Services. CBS 2 Iowa
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Developer Pedcor Investments finalized the purchase of 12.3 acres for The Atheneum — a 192 unit affordable housing project near Westside Library in Cedar Rapids that will offer one bedroom, two bedroom and three bedroom apartments for households earning no more than 60 percent of the median income with rents ranging from $970 to $1,350. The project will add a dog park, playground and clubhouse and will move forward if it secures Iowa Finance Authority tax credits this fall to support the new library's construction expected to open in late 2026. The Gazette
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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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Car Show with a Cause 2025
10 AM - 2 PM — Hawkeye Downs Speedway & Expo Center — Free entry — Celebrate car culture with food, games, and stunning vehicles while supporting a great cause.
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Amadeus by Peter Shaffer
2:30-4:30 p.m. — Theatre Cedar Rapids — Ticket discounts available — Experience the rivalry between Salieri and Mozart in this acclaimed drama filled with music and obsession.
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Story Time in the Park
9-11 a.m. — Noelridge Park — Free entry — Enjoy a morning of storytelling and fun activities for all ages.
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Play Fore Parks Golf Tournament
9 AM – 2 PM — Ellis Golf Course — $100 individual / $400 for foursome — Enjoy a round of golf while supporting Cedar Rapids’ innovative parks.
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Big Rove Ride
8 AM – 4 PM — Big Grove Brewery & Taproom — $100 — Experience a fun-filled bicycle event from the creators of BACOON RIDE & PIGTAILS.
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Mikayla Oz Magic Show
3:30-4:30 p.m. — Cedar Rapids Public Library - Ladd Library — Free entry — Experience a delightful magic show that's interactive and filled with family-friendly comedy.
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Cedar Rapids Freedom Festival
All day — Cedar Rapids Area Association of Realtors — Low or no-cost events — Celebrate 42 years of community joy and unity in Iowa's biggest festival.
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Real Estate Today Show Breakfast
8:30-10 a.m. — Cedar Rapids Scottish Rite — $25 for no-show — Discuss broker pain points with guest speaker Barry Frink for valuable insights.
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Breakthrough Basketball Essential Skills Camp
Over 3 days — Elevate Sports — $97 for observing coaches — Improve basketball skills through high-intensity drills and character building.
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