Good morning, Cedar Rapids.

Concerts and comedy shows for 2027 have been announced across Iowa, with events at Cedar Crossing Casino in Cedar Rapids and Rhythm City Casino in Davenport.

Acts include the Eli Young Band + comedian Jay Leno and many more at venues statewide.

Iowa community colleges received $10.8 million (an allocation from the U.S. Department of Labor) for the Iowa STRONG workforce training program today.

Managed by Hawkeye Community College, the program will introduce over 50 Pell-eligible courses in manufacturing, construction, skilled trades and healthcare by 2030.

Attorney General Brenna Bird announced Monday that Iowa received about $2.4 million from Corteva Inc. as part of a $35 million settlement resolving claims over unlawful loyalty programs limiting access to lower-cost generic pesticides in a multistate case filed with the FTC.

On Friday night, a local reviewer visited OMG Burgers at the Mall at College Square and sampled a Bacon Cheddar Burger with garlic mayo fries.

The restaurant reopened in June after switching to Mediterranean fare before returning to its popular burger menu.

Peosta's 10-year-old Eliana Gaul will serve as the honorary Kid Captain at the Hawkeyes game on Oct.

3 at Kinnick Stadium. Gaul (who overcame spina bifida and early health challenges) is set to inspire fans.

The Harlem Globetrotters will bring their Rivalry Tour—featuring new uniforms, challenges, and a free pregame tip-off party—to the Alliant Energy PowerHouse next spring on March 27, with ticket presale starting Wednesday, Sept.

30 at 10 a.m. and general on-sale beginning Friday, Oct. 2 at 10 a.m.