Good Day
Cedar Rapids
Friday, September 13th, 2024
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Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cedar Rapids and Iowa City are among the top 100 places to live in the U.S., recognized for affordability, innovation, health, education, and amenities. KDAT
- ➤ The City of Cedar Rapids has given the green light to a $12 million Lightline Loop Project in Czech Village, featuring enhancements like a roundhouse and pedestrian paths, aimed at revitalization post-2008 flood. CBS 2 Iowa
- ➤ A dog trapped in a vault in Cedar Rapids was safely rescued by firefighters using jackhammers and air compressors. The Gazette
- ➤ Cedar Rapids collaborates with local departments to offer residents free P.A.C.T. Packs for disaster preparedness, including resources on how to prepare and respond to emergencies. KDAT
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A small plane crashed in Linn County, injuring one person with non-life-threatening injuries. CBS 2 Iowa
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An accountant, Margo Ann Williams, was found guilty of laundering more than $800,000 through a spoof email scheme affecting a church and other victims. The Gazette
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Amidst a struggling job market in Iowa, retailer Aldi is increasing its starting pay and hiring more than 13,000 employees, offering a beacon of hope for those affected by job losses. KDAT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Trailside Elementary School in Cedar Rapids, opening with a ribbon-cutting event, symbolizes educational commitment and offers enhanced facilities compared to the replaced Arthur and Garfield elementaries. KWWL
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The Tipsy Tomato in Cedar Rapids reopens with a new menu, excluding pizza, focusing on gourmet salads, grilled cheese, sandwiches, and build-your-own flatbreads. The Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Vintage Market Days of Eastern Iowa
Experience an upscale vintage-inspired market featuring art, antiques, handmade treasures, and more at the Hawkeye Downs Expo Center.
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Judas Priest with Sabaton Live Concert
Experience an electrifying live performance by renowned heavy metal bands Judas Priest and Sabaton at the Alliant Energy Powerhouse.
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What'cha Reading Book Club - Sunday Edition
Experience a laid-back gathering where book enthusiasts share their recent reads without the pressure of assigned books.
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Autumn Equinox Gratitude Yoga with Lynn Block
Celebrate the balance of lunar and solar energies through a restorative yoga practice focused on gratitude and letting go of negativity.
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Women in Leadership: A Session with Sydney Rieckhoff
Experience an engaging discussion with Sydney Rieckhoff, CEO of Almost Famous Popcorn, along with networking opportunities and an ice cream social at Mount Mercy University.
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