Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of August.
Good morning, Cedar Rapids.
🏘️ Community
ImOn Ice in Cedar Rapids is hosting a Learn to Skate Open House on September 9th to welcome skaters of all levels to try skating and meet coaches.
Cedar Rapids invites public feedback for refreshing its regional trail and bikeway system with new wayfinding and branding, deadline for survey responses is August 26, 2024.
🚧 Accidents
A Cedar Rapids home was heavily damaged in an overnight fire, with residents escaping safely and the cause under investigation.
📰 Economy
Cedar Rapids awards a $348.3 million contract for wastewater facility improvements, exceeding initial estimates by $70 million due to labor shortages and inflation.
🎓 Education
The Cedar Rapids Community School District plans to build two new elementary schools due to overcrowding and poor conditions, with funding from a statewide tax.
🌲 Environment
Big Grove Brewery collaborates with Trees Forever to plant over 400 trees in Iowa, focusing on restoring Cedar Rapids' devastated tree canopy and promoting community involvement.
🏈 Sports
University of Iowa linebackers Jay Higgins and Nick Jackson have been recognized among the country's top college football linebackers by being named to the Butkus Award Watch List.
🎉 Cedar Rapids Events
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Interactive Story Time for Young Children
Experience an engaging story time filled with stories, songs, and interactive activities designed for young children.
Sound Healing Meditation Experience
Experience the therapeutic effects of sound through guided meditation and various sound healing instruments led by Laina Pilkenton.
Cork N Canvas Painting Night at The Quarter Barrel
Experience an artistic evening painting a 16x20 canvas while enjoying food and drinks at The Quarter Barrel Arcade & Brewery.
Taste of The District 2024
Celebrate the culinary offerings of The District with a night of delicious appetizers, live music, and community support at The Olympic South Side Theater.
Chicago Steel vs. Dubuque Fighting Saints Hockey Match
Experience an exciting hockey match as the Chicago Steel take on the Dubuque Fighting Saints at ImOn Ice Arena.
🏠 Cedar Rapids Real Estate
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