Good Day
Cedar Rapids
Friday, October 17th, 2025
Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of October.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Owners Krystan Proctor and Alex Cooley plan to move their bakery and Cajun restaurant from NewBo City Market to the Armstrong Centre on 210 Third Ave. SE by early November—this move will end their market lease on Dec. 28 and let them offer later dinner hours with an expanded Southern menu. The Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Cedar Rapids Museum of Art will host its 10th annual Gala on Nov. 7 at the Cedar Rapids Country Club — the event will feature international food stations and a silent auction that supports museum education and outreach programs. Guests must RSVP by Oct. 31 and the evening begins at 6:30 p.m. with black tie optional. The Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Cedar Rapids voters will decide on a $117M bond proposal in November to renovate three historic middle schools and update Kennedy High's cafeteria and freshman wing. The plan—shaped by community input and designed to boost safety and accessibility—would cost homeowners about $7.50 per month. CBS 2 Iowa
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Reynolds and the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services announced Wednesday that an extra $5M will boost partnerships between child care providers and preschools—this funding will support new grants offering up to $300k over three years for full-day care for 4-year-olds. CBS 2 Iowa
- ➤ The U.S. Department of Agriculture said if the government shutdown continues into November, it will not fund SNAP benefits, which could affect more than 259,000 Iowans who rely on the program for food assistance. A budget agreement that reopens the government will restore SNAP funding. KCRG
- ➤ The City of Cedar Rapids closed Ellis Boulevard NW from the north park entrance to 16th Street NW for an urgent water main repair—closures will last up to five days and residents with homes off 16th Street should use Zika Avenue NW to reach their properties. CBS 2 Iowa
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Grace Calvert, an Iowa woman with brain cancer, is urging lawmakers to extend health care subsidies she relies on for treatment since the enhanced premium tax credits will end later this year; she said that without these credits, rising costs could limit her access to needed care + her future depends on a quick decision. KCRG
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Cedar Rapids Kernels named Sean Brandhorst as their new general manager. Brandhorst, a local who served as assistant general manager last season, is honored to lead a team respected by Minor League Baseball and the Minnesota Twins. KCRG
- ➤ The University of Iowa announced the finalized women’s wrestling schedule for 2025-26 which includes three home duals at Carver-Hawkeye Arena—starting November 1 at the Luther Hill Open in Indianola and continuing through tournaments that end with the National Championships in Coralville on March 6 and 7. Season tickets will be available to previous buyers on October 21 and to the general public on October 22. KCRG
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Vibe Concert
7:30 p.m. — CSPS — Ticket prices vary — Experience the energetic sound of Cedar Rapids' own Vibe, known for their fresh take on classic songs.
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The Silhouettes: Love Happens
2-3:30 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — $29 – $39 — Experience the magic of shadowdance with heartwarming tales of love from family to chocolate.
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CR Sings: The Music of Bob Dylan
7:30-9 p.m. — Opus Concert Cafe — Ticket details vary — Experience live performances of iconic Bob Dylan songs in a cozy atmosphere.
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Hawkeye Downs Dirt Kart Spooktacular
12 PM — Hawkeye Downs Speedway & Expo Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling dirt kart racing with family-friendly guaranteed seating.
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Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons Concert
6:30-7:30 p.m. — The Olympic South Side Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting music of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons surrounded by candlelight.
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Monday Morning Story Time
10:00-10:30 a.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Engage in fun stories, music, and crafts perfect for kids and caregivers.
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Trunk or Treat Celebration
10:00-11:30 p.m. — Tanager Parking Lot — Free entry — A festive Halloween event featuring decorated car trunks, games, and plenty of candy for families.
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The Rocking Dead Halloween Night
8-11 p.m. — Penguin's Comedy Club — $22 — Enjoy a spine-tingling night of live music with a thrilling costume contest.
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Dia de los Muertos Celebration
6 p.m. — CSPS — Free entry — Honor loved ones with traditional music, dance, and vibrant altars at this cultural event.
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Home Free Vocal Band Concert
7-9 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the angelic harmonies of the acclaimed country a cappella group that took the world by storm.
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