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Cedar Rapids
Tuesday, August 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Iowa Department of Corrections is asking Cedar Rapids residents for help locating Joshua Bergen, a 31-year-old man convicted on burglary and injury charges (5′7″, 168 pounds) who did not report for work release on August 6 from the Lary A. Nelson Residential Center after being admitted in late July. KCRG
- ➤ Andrew Shaw is on trial for allegedly hiring men to kill Chris Bagley, with convicted associate Drew Wagner testifying that during the 2018 murder he overheard Shaw offer Blahnik ($10,000) to kill Bagley and the trial is expected to last through next week. KCRG
- ➤ Andrew Shaw’s trial continues in Linn County as a witness recounted the 2018 events when Chris Bagley was killed, with Shaw accused of hiring two men—Drew Wagner and Johnny Church—to commit the murder and Wagner blaming Church after a fight escalated that led to Bagley being buried in Wagner’s backyard. CBS 2 Iowa
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Today the Iowa Department of Education is offering an $850,000 grant to Iowa school districts and accredited nonpublic schools for computer science credentials—money that will help high schoolers earn technology skills—applications are accepted through IowaGrants.gov until September 30. KCRG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Monday morning, Cedar Rapids officials held a ribbon cutting at the National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library to mark the completion of a flood control project in the Czech Village area. The project now protects the area up to a flood height of 31.12 feet—part of a larger citywide system projected to finish by 2035. KCRG
- ➤ The westbound lanes of 3rd Avenue SE will close today for utility installation—detours are provided for westbound traffic while eastbound lanes stay open, with work expected to last two days. KCRG
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Monday Morning Story Time
10-10:30 a.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful morning of storytelling for kids and caregivers.
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Beloit Sky Carp vs Cedar Rapids Kernels
1-4 p.m. — Veterans Memorial Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an afternoon of minor league baseball action in Cedar Rapids.
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Kitty Steadman Live Performance
7:30 p.m. — Opus Concert Cafe — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating sounds of Kitty Steadman, the soulful lead singer of Drop Dead Dangerous.
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