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Cedar Rapids
Wednesday, August 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Market After Dark returns to Cedar Rapids for its 10th year on Aug. 23 from 6:30 p.m. to 11 p.m.—attendees 21 or older can bring open-container drinks, enjoy live entertainment, and use cashless beer tents; the regular morning market will still take place on Aug. 16. CBS 2 Iowa
- ➤ Cedar Rapids Market After Dark will return Saturday, August 23rd from (6:30 p.m. to 11 p.m.) and will feature over 100 vendors, live music, special lighted attractions, games, and a cashless system for beer tents for 21 and older. Downtown areas on 2nd, 3rd, and 4th avenues will host this free, outdoor event. Cedar Rapids Economic Alliance
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Cedar Rapids man (convicted in 2021) is now charged with sexually abusing an 8 or 9 year old child in 2014 after his transfer to Linn County Jail on Aug.1 (authorities said a no-contact order has been issued for the victim). The Gazette
- ➤ Officers attempted to stop a vehicle on the southwest side of Cedar Rapids at 5:50 p.m. on Tuesday and, after a chase ended in the 1200 block of 15th Street SE, fired shots that injured the suspect now in the hospital— the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation is investigating the incident. KCRG
- ➤ Cedar Rapids Police officers shot a driver during a chase on Tuesday evening at about 5:50 p.m. on the southwest side of town—officers say the driver was injured and taken to the hospital. KWWL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, the Cedar Rapids Fire Department encrypted its scanner radio traffic so that only authorized users can listen; Fire Chief Greg Smith said the move was meant to protect emergency responders even though it may delay rapid public updates during crises. KCRG
- ➤ Linn County is seeking a $20,000 civil penalty from a Minnesota-based company after a County Public Health staff member discovered 40 unpermitted wells drilled by Northern Dewatering on the QTS data center site in Cedar Rapids between May 20 and June 11 with pumping beginning on June 9, and the company is now working to obtain proper permits. KCRG
- ➤ Linn County Public Health is seeking a $20K penalty from Northern Dewatering for up to 40 unpermitted wells drilled at the QTS data center site in Cedar Rapids—LCPH found the first well on June 24 and discovered more drilled from May 20 to June 11. The county is now working with the company to obtain proper permits and inspections—Supervisor Kirsten Running-Marquardt stressed the need for accountability. KWWL
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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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Rock the Block: Fresh Fighters
6-8 p.m. — NewBo City Market — Free entry — Experience an evening of live music with local and national bands at this vibrant summer concert series.
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