Sunday, July 27th, 2025

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Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 27th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, July 26, Cedar Rapids Animal Care & Control hosted a kitten shower at its office on Washington View Parkway SW to celebrate kitten season and collect supplies for its growing group of cats and kittens. The event featured games, adoption specials, and plenty of kitten cuddles — helping raise support for the shelter. CBS 2 Iowa
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Burger King on the 300 block of 33rd Ave. SW in Cedar Rapids is temporarily closed after a grease fire broke out during an oil transfer and cleaning process, with firefighters arriving around 3:30 p.m. on Saturday — no injuries were reported and repairs with inspections will follow before reopening. CBS 2 Iowa
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ University of Iowa Health Care is planning to buy a 37,850-square-foot medical office building at 411 10th St. SE in Cedar Rapids from a retiring practitioner to support ongoing patient care. The Board of Regents will review the $4.25 million purchase request next week—this step will extend UIHC’s regional services. The Gazette
- ➤ Nadene Roberts, a 99-year-old Cedar Rapids retiree, has donated blood for 25 years and organized a blood drive on July 14 at Calvary Baptist Church—she is ImpactLife’s oldest donor and volunteer blood drive coordinator at a time when Iowa’s blood supply is low. The Gazette
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ KCRG presented a cooking segment showing new campfire recipes like a banana split s'more + foil-pack salmon for a healthier summer meal, offering simple ideas for creative campfire cooking. The segment gives local campers new options to enjoy tasty meals while outdoors. KCRG
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday at the Marion YMCA, Hawkeye basketball star Hannah Stuelke held her annual youth basketball camp where about 300 kids participated—she said giving back to the community that raised her love for the game was important. CBS 2 Iowa
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Tom Pease: Children's Musician
3:30-4:30 p.m. — Cedar Rapids Public Library - Ladd Library — Free entry — Experience an engaging performance with music and participation to delight audiences of all ages.
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Julie's Jamboree 2025
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Morgan Creek Park — $40 single ticket, $120 for four-pack — Enjoy a family-friendly evening with yard games, inflatables, food, and a fun run supporting children in need.
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Cedar Rapids Men's City Amateur Championship
54-hole stroke play event — Aug 1-3 — Ellis Golf Course — Registration fee required — Compete in this prestigious amateur golf tournament alongside senior championship play.
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Bluesmore Festival 2025
4-10 p.m. — Brucemore — Enjoy a delightful evening of family fun and live music presented by the Linn County Blues Society.
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B-29 Superfortress Ride Experience
9 AM — Cedar Rapids Municipal Airport — Ticketed event — Experience a ride on the iconic B-29 Superfortress, the world's most famous flying bomber, in a variety of unique seats.
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Rock 101 Camp
9 AM – 3 PM — School of Rock — $479 — A nurturing camp for beginners aged 7-12 to explore instruments and perform in a concert.
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Puzzle Exchange at the Library
9-10 a.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Swap gently used puzzles for something new in a community-focused exchange.
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Atkins Watermelon Days 5k Walk/Run 2025
12:30-2:30 p.m. — Atkins City Park Pavilion — Registration details available — Participate in a community-focused 5k race while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of Watermelon Days.
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K9Splash! Dog Swimming Event
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Bever Park Pool — $15 per dog — Enjoy a splash-filled day of fun for your furry friends at Cedar Rapids' dog-friendly pool event.
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Jazz Under The Stars
6-9 p.m. — Noelridge Park — Free entry — Celebrate KCCK’s 50th anniversary with live jazz from local talent under the stars.
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