Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 9th of August.
Good morning, Cedar Rapids.
🏘️ Community
Ladd Library closed its Cedar Rapids branch Saturday as staff began a six‐week move of over 50,000 books and equipment to a new facility on Sandberg Lane, which will open Sept.
19 as the Cedar Rapids Public Library Busse Branch.
🎭 Culture
The Cedar Rapids Storytelling Festival will run free from Sept.
21 to Sept. 26 at venues including the Public Library Downtown, Busse branch, Marion Public Library, African American Museum, and DeWolf Family Innovation Center (seating is limited at some locations) and will feature national storytellers and local spoken word artists.
🌲 Environment
Severe storms hit northern Linn County Friday evening, causing widespread damage to barns, crops, and homes in the Coggon and Prairieburg areas.
Local residents and emergency crews are assessing the damage and beginning cleanup efforts today.
📰 Lifestyle
Fareway has introduced a new cooking segment featuring a Mongolian Beef Bowl made with ground beef, garlic, ginger, and a fried egg on top.
The recipe offers an easy meal prep option with shredded carrots and chives (for extra flavor) and is now available online.
🏈 Sports
NASCAR driver Bubba Wallace met fans in Newton Saturday morning at Hardee's ahead of the Iowa Corn 350 at Iowa Speedway.
The event featured autographs + photos, games, and menu items linked to Hardee's NASCAR partnership.
🎉 Cedar Rapids Events
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Tyrus - Stand-Up Comedy Performance
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Veterans Memorial Building — Tickets from $27 — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian Tyrus in Cedar Rapids.
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