Friday, August 30th, 2024

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Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cedar Rapids City Council greenlights the $43 million Prairie Summit YMCA project, previously approved by College Community District voters. KWWL
- ➤ Cedar Rapids is reinforcing support for the Wellington Heights community with city and nonprofit efforts following the closure of a local Hy-Vee. CBS 2 Iowa
- ➤ A Cedar Rapids food pantry, Together We Achieve, needs to raise $50,000 by August 31st to stay open and continue serving thousands amid a 23% rise in demand. KDAT
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission has commissioned two market studies to evaluate the feasibility of a new casino in Cedar Rapids, with potential benefits including state revenue increase and tourist attraction. KCRG
- ➤ A decision is underway to select an individual for conducting a study on Iowa's gambling market. KWWL
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A 5-year-old student briefly left Pierce Elementary unattended but was returned home safely within 12 minutes, as Cedar Rapids school officials highlight adherence to safety protocol. KCRG
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Eastern Iowa anticipates cooler, more comfortable weather after a cold front brings storms and relief from heat and humidity late Thursday. CBS 2 Iowa
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The TSA anticipates screening a record 17 million travelers during the Labor Day period, marking it as the busiest ever, with advice for passengers to prepare in advance for their flights. KCRG
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ AJ Daxton Fitzpatrick from Cedar Rapids, Iowa, a standout in wheelchair basketball, is set to represent the United States at the 2024 Summer Paralympics in Paris. KDAT
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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.
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Sound Healing Meditation Experience
Experience the therapeutic effects of sound through guided meditation and various sound healing instruments led by Laina Pilkenton.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Cedar Rapids Latino Festival
Experience a vibrant celebration of Latin American culture with music, food, and local vendors at the 14th annual Cedar Rapids Festival Latino.
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Live Performance by Jake Stack
Experience the soulful sounds of Jake Stack, a local singer-songwriter and guitarist from Cedar Rapids, in an engaging live performance at The Shack Tavern.
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Computer Skills Workshop at Cedar Rapids Public Library
Learn new computer skills or enhance your existing abilities through the IowaWORKS and Northstar Computer Literacy program.
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Business Growth Series: Customer Discovery Workshop
Learn valuable customer discovery strategies from experts David Tominsky and Scott Swenson to enhance your business growth.
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Eastern Iowa Dinner Fundraiser in Cedar Rapids
Experience an evening of community connection with a dinner and fundraiser featuring table seating and food served at the IBEW Hall Reception.
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