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Cedar Rapids
Sunday, August 3rd, 2025
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Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 3rd of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ HACAP hosted a resource fair on Saturday to help expecting mothers cope with rising baby gear prices, as tariffs raised costs on items like car seats, cribs, and strollers by $100 on average (70% of the gear is made in China). KCRG
- ➤ Thousands of ping pong balls dropped in downtown Cedar Rapids on Saturday, August 2 near Green Square Park and the Public Library at the Downtown Farmers Market as residents gathered for the Big Drop fundraiser hosted by Cedar Rapids West Rotary. Organizers said the release (three balls caught for cash prizes) helped raise funds for youth scholarships and education programs. CBS 2 Iowa
- ➤ More than 1,000 anglers attended the 23rd annual Fish-O-Rama at Robbins Lake on Saturday as they tried various baits to win prizes ranging from water bottles to $5,000 cash. The fundraiser, which expected to raise about $150,000, supports Boys and Girls Clubs that serve 400 children daily (across five clubs). KCRG
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Saturday, the Cedar Rapids Brucemore Mansion hosted Bluesmore—a live blues music event presented by the Linn County Blues Society that featured Buckmiller Schwager Band, Avey Grouws Band and Ghost Town Blues Band. The event added a vibrant musical experience to this summer at the historic venue. CBS 2 Iowa
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Flight to End Polio will begin on August 30th with a 37-day mission that includes 15 landings in 11 counties to raise funds for the Rotary Global Polio Eradication Initiative; all expenses are covered by the pilots and donations will be matched 2:1 by the Gates Foundation. The flight will use a 1976 Cessna 210 piloted by 89-year-old Ed Galkin to cover 8,800 miles with two Atlantic crossings (technical support is provided by Swisher, Iowa native John Ockenfels). KCRG
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The Fareway Cooking segment shows how in‐season cherries—rich in antioxidants and melatonin—can help reduce inflammation and improve sleep while offering recipes for toastables and smoothie shots. The segment guides locals on using these benefits to support active lifestyles. KCRG
SPORTS NEWS
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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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The Crafty Bunch
6-8 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Bring your craft project and connect with fellow craft enthusiasts in a fun social setting.
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8th Annual REALTOR® Olympics
10:30 a.m. — Sag Wagon — Registration required — Participate in a fun-filled day of games including bags and volleyball for REALTORS® and affiliates.
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Jazz Under The Stars
6:30-9 p.m. — Noelridge Park — Bring your own picnic or enjoy food from vendors while listening to local jazz artists celebrate KCCK’s 50th anniversary.
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