Good Day Cedar Rapids Logo Good Day Cedar Rapids

Friday, September 12th, 2025

SHARE
SPONSORED BY
Advertiser Logo

Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Good Day Cedar Rapids.

Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of September.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • ➤ New data from the Department of Corrections shows fewer Iowans are returning to prison—agency changes in 2023 and Fresh Start Ministries’ RISE program which offers housing and job help have helped lower recidivism. Local volunteer Charles Morgan said he gained the confidence he needed from RISE to stay on track.  KCRG
  • ➤ Emmy-winning comedian Elliott Threatt donated 911 pairs of socks to Mission of Hope on Thursday as part of the Pay It Forward 9/11 initiative—honoring the community that helped launch his career at Penguins Comedy Club.  CBS 2 Iowa

BUSINESS NEWS

  • ➤ Helix Electric Inc. is hiring 400 skilled workers for a new data center project in Cedar Rapids that will span over two years—applications are open for licenced journeymen, commissioning and quality technicians, site safety managers, and more to support digital infrastructure and economic growth.  CBS 2 Iowa

CRIME NEWS

  • ➤ Attorney General Brenna Bird warned Iowans of scammers who offer work-from-home jobs and ask for personal financial details—she urged job seekers to verify employers online and never share sensitive information before a legitimate job offer is confirmed.  KCRG
  • ➤ Attorney General Brenna Bird warned locals to be cautious of job offers received via text or email that promise high rewards for little work. She advised residents to research companies and avoid sharing personal banking details if an offer seems too good to be true.  CBS 2 Iowa

DRINK NEWS

EDUCATION NEWS

  • ➤ On Thursday, Iowa State, UNI and the University of Iowa announced fall 2025 enrollment data. Iowa State had 31,705 students with 6,160 first-year students, UNI welcomed 9,204 students in its largest new undergraduate class since 2017—and the University of Iowa had 31,563 students with 5,561 incoming first-year students.  KCCI

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • ➤ Iowa State Senator Zach Wahls spoke Thursday at Raygun in Cedar Rapids and condemned the shooting that has led several politicians to cancel public events—he urged that political differences be resolved peacefully and noted that the suspect remains at large.  CBS 2 Iowa

HEALTH NEWS

  • ➤ On Thursday morning, the Kirkwood campus was filled with 1,100 flags placed by Active Minds—each flag symbolizing the number of college students who die by suicide annually—as part of their suicide prevention efforts while Foundation 2 set up tables offering mental health resources for students and staff.  CBS 2 Iowa
  • ➤ Health officials say Legionnaire’s Disease is likely under-reported because some patients show only mild symptoms while others become very sick, doctor Kumar said. About 6,000 confirmed cases occur yearly and three dozen cases have been recorded in the Marshalltown area with one death—treatment is available if the disease is caught early.  KCRG

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT

  • Greeting Card Making Class

    2-4 p.m. — NewBo City Market — Ticket required — Learn basic card-making techniques and create three unique greeting cards.

    Sat, 9/13/25

    View event

  • 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.

    Wed, 9/17/25

    View event

REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.

JOB BOARD

SUBMIT JOB

No new job posts today. You can submit one here.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

SUBMIT

No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.

A new take on hydration

For those tracking hydration, sodium intake is key. A growing wave of research suggests that optimal health may require sodium levels two to three times higher than traditional guidelines. 

That’s where LMNT comes in. This zero-sugar electrolyte mix offers a science-backed boost without the additives. Popular among athletes, intermittent fasters, and wellness-minded parents alike, it's redefining how people stay hydrated. 

Try LMNT totally risk-free and get a free LMNT Sample Pack with any purchase. Pro tip: If you don’t like it, they’ll refund your order, no questions asked.

Start my hydration journey

Get started with LMNT today

Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Good Day Cedar Rapids.

TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

The biggest risk is not taking any risk.

Know who said this? Send us an email!

Reveal the author
About Good Day Cedar Rapids

Welcome to the Good Day Cedar Rapids, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Cedar Rapids, Iowa community. If you like the Good Day Cedar Rapids, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Cedar Rapids.

Advertising Opportunities

Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Cedar Rapids and across Iowa. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.

Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.

Community, delivered

Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.

You can unsubscribe at any time.

Subscribe to Good Day Cedar Rapids

A free Cedar Rapids community newsletter.

Daily local news
We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
6AM City
A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.

© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here