Good Day
Cedar Rapids
Thursday, July 31st, 2025
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Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 31st of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Cedar Rapids saw new signs for Dua Pie (375 Third St. SE), a mysterious restaurant that will serve New York style pizza, pasta and subs. The restaurant will fill the spot left by Gianna’s Italian Beef, which closed earlier this year. The Gazette
- ➤ Laundry Lounge, a new laundromat with touchscreen machines, free weekend coffee, a kids’ corner, and video games, will open mid-October at 1030 Mount Vernon Road just outside Downtown Cedar Rapids (its modern features include a Lux UV sanitizing system) as owners Cheyanne and Seth Carroll plan a grand opening (with special deals). KDAT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Cedar Rapids woman faces two counts of child endangerment after leaving a newborn and a 6 year old in a locked hot car at Walmart—witnesses said the children stayed inside for about 10 minutes as the car reached 100 degrees. CBS 2 Iowa
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ An updated guide details karaoke nights at local bars and restaurants in Cedar Rapids and Iowa City—venues offer events on different nights with clear start times and run durations. The schedule was last updated on July 30 and gives local singers a clear plan for when to sing out. KDAT
- ➤ On August 16, Cedar Ridge Distillery in Swisher will celebrate its 20-year anniversary with a full-day party featuring tours, tastings, live music and a special bourbon release. Billy Heller (1 p.m. to 4 p.m.) and David Zollo and the Body Electric (5 p.m. to 8 p.m.) will perform while tickets are on sale for the 20th Anniversary QuintEssential Experience with Murphy Quint. KDAT
- ➤ On July 27, the Cedar Rapids Downtown Farmers Market celebrated its 20th season with a dinner event called Gathered — Grown, A Feast of Five Seasons, led by Cobble Hill's Chef Andy Schumacher that featured several farm-to-table courses made with local produce. The event hosted 150 guests who paid $150 each and may return as an annual celebration. The Gazette
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Cedar Rapids road, Otis Road SE, was closed Wednesday due to potential flooding that raised safety concerns for drivers. The closure will last about one week—drivers can still use the south Cargill entrance and the Prairie Park Fishery entrance. KCRG
- ➤ Meteorologist Alexis Jimenez from the National Weather Service said a storm that moved over Iowa Monday night into Tuesday was designated a derecho after wind speeds reached 99 mph, leaving thousands without power and causing extensive damage. The storm also broke Des Moines’ July rainfall record at 10.62 inches—cleanup in several communities may take a week. Radio Iowa
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Iowa Board of Regents approved the University of Iowa’s purchase of an office building at 411 10th St SE in Cedar Rapids for $4.25 million on Wednesday—UIHC leased 60% of the space for health services. The current owner offered to sell the building before listing it publicly, and UIHC said the extra space will let them add services like pediatrics, dermatology, OBGYN and urgent care. CBS 2 Iowa
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Cedar Rapids Downtown Farmers' Market
7:30 AM – 12:00 PM — Cedar Rapids Downtown District — Free entry — Explore an award-winning market with entertainment, food, and 200 vendors.
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Qi Gong at the Park
10-10:45 a.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Breathe deeply, move gently, and connect with nature through the practice of Qi Gong.
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