Thursday, June 12th, 2025

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Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of June.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Edison Pub and Eatery closed earlier this month near Blairs Ferry Road at 475 Northland Ave. NE—its owners retired and a new Italian and Mediterranean restaurant called Tuscany Grill will open in its place. The Gazette
- ➤ The Grand White Rabbit Tea Company is preparing to open its first Iowa location at Lindale Mall—4444 First Ave. NE—in late June or early July and will serve handcrafted teas and gourmet hand pies. The Gazette
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Thomas Kelly, a former Hartig Drug employee from Cedar Rapids who worked in Belle Plaine, pleaded guilty on May 15 after swapping nearly 400 prescription opioid pills with Aleve over four months + his sentencing hearing will be held on July 24. CBS 2 Iowa
- ➤ On June 11—at 9:33 a.m.—the Tama County Sheriff’s Office handled a swatting call tied to Fortnite as police checked homes and secured the area. KCRG
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ University of Iowa graduate Jami Martin-Trainor was named a finalist for a national writing award and earned a $1,500 prize at the Hearst Journalism Awards in San Francisco last week – she competed against more than 1,200 entries in writing, photography and television projects. KCCI
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Camerican International, Inc. has recalled its Casa Mamita Churro Bites Filled with Chocolate Hazelnut Cream sold at Aldi in 13 states including Iowa and Illinois due to an undeclared milk allergen—no allergic reactions have been reported so far. KDAT
- ➤ Radix Recovery opened outpatient substance abuse treatment services this spring at the historic Higley Mansion (860 17th St. SE) and is finishing construction so it will add 68 inpatient beds later this fall as part of a $4.6 million investment that includes a $2 million state grant. The Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
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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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