Good Day
Cedar Rapids
Friday, August 29th, 2025
Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday, police in Linn County linked a burglary at a Center Point home to Timothy Meier, who drove a stolen 2018 Ford Escape from a Cedar Rapids garage, ran into a barbed wire fence & resisted arrest as stolen property was recovered. KCRG
- ➤ Two Cedar Rapids teenagers were charged with robbery and assault after meeting on Aug. 14 to buy marijuana — they pointed guns at other teens in a parking lot and fired a shot that injured a girl who was taken to a hospital. The Gazette
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Hunter Baldus, the first participant in the Make My Move Greater Cedar Rapids program, is moving from Denver back to work remotely and earn a relocation incentive—he plans to move with his family while meeting income and job requirements. The program, which launched in July, offers rewards to remote workers from outside Iowa who must relocate within six months. KCRG
- ➤ Iowa Ag Secretary Mike Naig said harvest season is coming and a record corn crop may lower prices, so he will travel to India in two weeks and lead a trade mission in November to Vietnam and Indonesia. He said low crop value hurts farmers and the supply chain — tariffs are opening new paths to trade with the UK, Japan, and Korea. Radio Iowa
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local county auditors are accepting absentee ballot requests for the Nov. 4 city/school elections—voters must submit completed forms with required identification by Oct. 20 as ballots will be mailed starting Oct. 15. CBS 2 Iowa
- ➤ ICE will set up a temporary checkpoint and street blockade outside the Cedar Rapids field office on Tuesday at 7:30 a.m.—community members will gather to support three immigrant families during their check-ins. KCRG
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Iowa ranked third in melanoma cases — 4.21 per 10,000 residents — according to a study by Weiss & Paarz using CDC data. Experts advise using SPF 30 sunscreen, seeking shade, and checking moles carefully to catch skin cancer early. KDAT
- ➤ Cedar Rapids resident Danielle Wagner said she struggled for three years to get help for perimenopause symptoms like night sweats and fatigue, and she began treatment with Dr. Whitis in April to manage her hormone levels—doctors advise anyone with troubling symptoms to seek care quickly. Experts and panelists stress that early and clear treatment can improve quality of life for women experiencing these changes. KCRG
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A local reviewer explored Eastern Iowa restaurants over July and August and sampled favorite dishes from spots in Cedar Rapids along with food trucks at local events. The review highlighted well-known eateries and new finds—offering Cedar Rapids readers ideas for great summer dining. KDAT
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Storytellers of Cedar Rapids
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Groundswell Cafe — $7.00 – $50.00 — Kicking off the 2nd Season with an exciting lineup of new storytellers.
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Epic Dungeons & Dragons Adventure
5-8 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Engage in an exciting campaign for adults every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month.
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Monday Morning Story Time
10-10:30 a.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free admission — Fun for kids and caregivers to enjoy stories together.
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The Crafty Bunch
6-8 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Bring your current craft project for a fun, social crafting night with fellow enthusiasts.
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Iowa City Area Real Estate Investor Meetup
6:30-8:30 p.m. — 2343 Grande Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA — Free entry — Explore a historic renovation project with pizza and insights from experienced investors.
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Back to School Drive
9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free — Support local kids by donating school supplies and clothing for the upcoming school year.
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Greeting Card Making Class
2-4 p.m. — NewBo City Market — Ticket required — Learn basic card-making techniques and create three unique greeting cards.
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The MOJO: Soul Sacrifice
7-8:30 p.m. — Opus Concert Cafe — Tickets starting at $52 — Experience an unforgettable tribute performance to Santana by Soul Sacrifice.
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