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Sunday, September 28th, 2025

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Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 28th of September.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Yesterday, dozens of cyclists joined Cedar Rapids' first Barn to Farm Bike Ride from Indian Creek Nature Center, taking a 36-mile round-trip route through Cedar Rapids and Hiawatha to Etzel Sugar Grove Farm—where they enjoyed a locally sourced breakfast and live music—while learning about regenerative farming.  CBS 2 Iowa

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • On Saturday morning, volunteers at Lake Macbride State Park removed invasive plants as part of the Iowa DNR's Statewide Volunteer Day to help park rangers open up the forest floor for young oaks — easing a tough job in an aging oak-hickory woodland.  KCRG

HEALTH NEWS

  • Fareway Cooking’s new segment shows Cedar Rapids residents that healthy eating can be cost-effective by highlighting grocery items under $5—like sweet potatoes, bananas, and frozen broccoli—and offering tips such as buying in bulk and using store-brand products.  KCRG

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • The Arc of East Central Iowa Annual Meeting & Awards

    6:30-7:30 p.m. — Cedar Rapids Public Library — RSVP required — Celebrate community achievements and participate in the Annual Meeting for The Arc of East Central Iowa.

    Mon, 9/29/25

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  • The Crafty Bunch

    6-8 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Bring your current craft project and enjoy a fun, social evening with fellow crafters.

    Tue, 9/30/25

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  • Home Free Concert

    7-9 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of captivating vocal harmonies from the talented Home Free ensemble.

    Thu, 10/2/25

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  • Not Quite Brothers Cover Band

    7:30-9 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — Cost TBA — Experience Central Iowa's dynamic cover band known for their electrifying performances and eclectic setlist.

    Sat, 10/4/25

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  • Cedar Rapids Hot Cider Hustle

    8:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — NewBo City Market — Registration fee applicable — Run the Cedar Rapids Hot Cider Hustle while enjoying hot cider and caramel apples at the finish line.

    Sat, 10/11/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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