Good Day
Cedar Rapids
Wednesday, July 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Cedar Rapids man, Ronald Steans, was charged with domestic abuse assault on Monday after he held a knife to his wife's throat when he believed she was cheating. KCRG
- ➤ A sentencing date has been set for Karina Cooper—convicted of first degree murder for killing her husband Ryan Cooper, who was shot twice in the face in Traer in June 2021—and her sentencing is scheduled for September 5. KCRG
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Today, Cedar Rapids, Marion, and Hiawatha along with the Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance launched the MakeMyMove Greater Cedar Rapids program to attract remote workers by offering more than $5,600 in relocation incentives. Applicants must be at least 18, earn a minimum of $55,000 per year, and commit to moving their primary residence within six months, and selected candidates will receive local support & community connections. Cedar Rapids Economic Alliance
- ➤ Cedar Rapids, Marion and Hiawatha have partnered to launch the MakeMyMove Greater Cedar Rapids program—offering $5,600 in relocation incentives to remote workers. Applicants must live outside Iowa, earn at least $55,000 per year and commit to moving their main residence within six months. KCRG
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Cedar Rapids Community School District (CRCSD) received a $900,000 Therapeutic Classroom Incentive Grant from the Iowa Department of Education to expand mental health services and create therapeutic classrooms for students, with funds set to be distributed this fall for the 2025-26 school year. The grant is part of a statewide initiative that will support over 150 students from pre-K through 12. KWWL
- ➤ Coe College has partnered with ATD Flight Systems to offer hands-on flight training for students who will start taking practical lessons this fall at Eastern Iowa Airport—meeting FAA standards and combining flight practice with aviation management courses—to help address the growing pilot shortage. CBS 2 Iowa
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ An eastern Iowa adult tested positive for measles and visited several locations, including a daycare and a golf range in Cedar Rapids, while contagious last week — health officials released a list of sites visited — and ask anyone who may have been there to fill out a contact form. Radio Iowa
SPORTS NEWS
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The Shark Is Broken
Jul 17- Aug 3, 7:30 PM — Mirrorbox Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the behind-the-scenes drama of the iconic film Jaws with this engaging production.
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Jazz in July with Confluence
7-9 p.m. — Amana Performing Arts Center — Free will donation — Experience engaging melodic jazz from talented local musicians for one night only.
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Street Food Festival
12-6 p.m. — Ellis Park — 10% of sales to homeless shelters — Enjoy a day of local food trucks, music, and family fun.
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Culinary Class: Spaghetti alla Chitarra
10:00-11:30 a.m. — NewBo City Market — Ticket purchase required — Learn to make handmade spaghetti using a traditional chitarra tool with a guided expert.
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Absolute Science: Laser Show
3:30–4:30 p.m. — Cedar Rapids Public Library - Ladd Library — Free entry — Explore chemical reactions and witness exciting experiments including a soda explosion and high-powered laser demonstrations.
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Breakthrough Basketball Camp: Ball Handling & Scoring Skills
9 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Elevate Sports — Variable pricing — Enhance your basketball skills with expert coaching in a fun, high-energy environment.
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Women in Leadership with Jane Galarce
8:00-9:30 a.m. — Mount Mercy University Graduate Center — Free entry — Engage with insights from Jane Galarce, Chief of Staff at RSM US LLP, in a morning of networking and discussion.
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Elf Night / Christmas in July with the Cedar Rapids Kernels
6:35-9 p.m. — Veterans Memorial Stadium — $12 – $20 — Celebrate Christmas in July with special jerseys and 2-for-1 drinks at the ballpark.
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Culinary Class: Wine and French Cheese Tasting
6-7 p.m. — NewBo City Market — Ticketed event — Taste four families of French cheeses paired with delightful local wines and learn about pairing art and history.
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Fort Wayne Tincaps at Cedar Rapids Kernels
1-2:35 p.m. — Veterans Memorial Stadium — $12 – $20 — Enjoy a fun family day with free hot dogs and popcorn for kids and a special celebration of Hispanic heritage.
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