Good morning, Cedar Rapids.

Cedar Rapids Animal Care and Control gathered positive input at an open house (residents shared strong support) on its proposed trap-neuter-return plan to manage free-roaming cats, and city staff will review comments (to guide future recommendations) before the City Council presentation in the coming months.

Campgrounds across Eastern Iowa are nearly full as thousands of out-of-state data center workers find affordable lodging - managers report waiting lists and extended stays amid high demand.

Regular gas prices in Cedar Rapids fell 13 cents from last week to $3.78 while diesel dropped 14 cents to $4.87, though both remain higher than last year amid global oil fluctuations & rising shipping costs.

Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird announced that GS Labs agreed to pay $4.87M to settle claims it overcharged consumers for COVID-19 tests during the pandemic.

Eligible Iowa consumers can seek around $491,655 in reimbursement through an online claims process.

After fueling Monday evening near Lantern Park in Coralville, a driver said her nearly new car chugged and stalled when heavy rain allowed water to mix with fuel, leading to a $500 repair bill and prompting Hy-Vee to reimburse affected customers.

Iowa Auditor Rob Sand released a report Wednesday on how pharmacy benefits managers impacted Medicaid and increased costs for taxpayers.

He found one PBM made $100 million from 2019 to 2021 and recommended stronger penalties and full access to records — a move to improve transparency.

Iowa livestock farmers are on alert for the flesh-eating New World Screwworm pest — the USDA confirmed five cases in Texas and New Mexico while Iowa officials report no local cases yet.

Close monitoring is underway to protect livestock and keep our food safe.

Team USA enters the World Cup group stage on Friday, June 12 when it faces Paraguay at 8:00 p.m. local time; additional matches are set against Australia and Türkiye.

Iowa fans can watch the live action on FOX + FS1 and Spanish broadcasts on Telemundo.

Nevin Smith, a Cedar Rapids CrossFit athlete, is set to compete at the 20th Annual Adaptive CrossFit Games in San Jose after a decade of training.

His coach, Coco Janzen, noted his perseverance & commitment as Smith has raised over half of his funds needed to compete.

Registration for Cedar Rapids Marathon Weekend 2027 is now open with early bird pricing until June 13 (offering the best fees for early sign-ups) while the annual race featuring multiple distances will take place on April 25.

Cedar Rapids Cars & Coffee

8-10 a.m. — Big Grove Brewery & Taproom — Free entry — Enjoy complimentary coffee while checking out classic and special interest vehicles.

Bigger Bang Bubbles

1:30 – 2:15 PM — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Experience a high-energy bubble performance featuring fire, fog, and smoke bubbles along with fascinating science demonstrations.

Recruitment Reimagined Workshop

11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. — Greater Cedar Rapids Community — Check for entry fee — Explore innovative volunteer recruitment strategies over lunch.

Amber Hansen: Songs For My Students

3:30-4:30 p.m. — Cedar Rapids Public Library - Ladd Library — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful mix of folk, pop, and country songs designed for kids that will have everyone singing along.

Cork N Canvas Painting Class

6-8 p.m. — Mercury Diner & Drinks — $35 per person — Unleash your creativity while sipping drinks and painting a beautiful masterpiece.

USA vs Turkey - World Cup Viewing Party

9-11 p.m. — Big Grove Brewery & Taproom — Free entry — Watch the USA Men's Soccer team take on Turkey while enjoying a cold one in a lively atmosphere.

Putts & Pastries Event

9-11 a.m. — Mini Pines - Mini Golf — Free entry — Enjoy coffee and pastries while hitting holes at this fun mini golf outing.

2026 Cedar Rapids Women's Amateur Golf Tournament

Tournament running on July 10-11 — Twin Pines Golf Course — $60 entry fee — Compete in a stroke play format at this friendly local gathering.

Disney's Finding Nemo: Outdoor Musical Experience

6:30-7:45 p.m. — Brucemore — Family-friendly event — Enjoy a heartwarming musical adaptation of Disney's Finding Nemo under the stars.