Good morning, Cedar Rapids.

Festival Latino will mark its 15th anniversary with a free day featuring music, Latin food and cultural performances on Saturday, Sept.

12, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at McGrath Amphitheatre (475 First St. SW), including a Parade of Latin American Flags and community recognitions.

A new study shows many Iowans think driving 10 mph over the limit is safe because they expect enforcers only for much higher speeds + many speed to avoid slow traffic.

AAA-Iowa spokeswoman Brynna Knapp said 31% drive faster to beat slow vehicles + 25% to reach destinations quicker.

World War II veteran Vernon Hook Christensen celebrated his 100th birthday with family and friends at Morgan Creek Park over the weekend (neighbors gathered to honor his century milestone).

Bardo, a community art show hosted by death doula Hailey Dixon, opens Oct.

1 at KinHeart Studio in the Cherry Building. The event features a gallery from 5 to 7 p.m. followed by a death cafe from 7 to 8:30 p.m.—sessions occur on Oct. 10, Oct. 22 and Nov. 5.

Orchestra Iowa has expanded its Beer & Brass event into Barrels & Brass, adding wine & cider at three venues this fall in Iowa.

The event runs Oct. 7, 8 & 9 with live performances by the Orchestra Iowa Brass Quintet, and tickets cost $30 with one beverage flight.

Construction projects in Cedar Rapids are keeping union workers busy on major projects including data centers, a casino, and a new YMCA.

Workers have logged heavy overtime (six to seven days a week for 10-12 hours) as tight timelines and shared materials challenge supplies.

Candidates for state and federal office visited union members during the Hawkeye Area Labor Council Labor Day picnic held Monday, listening to their views ahead of the Nov.

3 general election. They aimed to engage with working-class voters as part of their ongoing campaigns.

Eastbound 16th Avenue SW in Cedar Rapids will be closed between C Street and A Street today for water main work tied to the Lightline Loop project.

Flaggers will direct head-to-head traffic during the week-long closure and advise drivers of expected delays.

Iowa DNR upland game biologist Todd Bogenschutz said cottontail numbers (30% above the ten-year average) are strong and squirrel hunters can still have a good season despite lower acorn production; rabbit and squirrel seasons opened Sept.

5 and run until Feb. 28 and Jan. 31 respectively.