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Cedar Rapids
Monday, October 20th, 2025
Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 20th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Eagle Scout Dawson Elliott from Epworth was named the American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year for 2025 and received a college scholarship along with statewide recognition at the Legion's District 2 meeting in Davenport. His award honors his work on an outdoor rosary path project at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Peosta (designed to provide an accessible prayer space). KDAT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Cedar Rapids’ replica of the Statue of Liberty, installed in 1950 by the Boy Scouts, was restored by local union apprentices after vandalism damaged its arm and crown — the refurbished statue will be reinstalled at City Hall later this year to protect it from the elements. The Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Baker and Taylor—America’s largest supplier of public library books—will close later this year, which means Iowa City Public Library and many other Iowa libraries will face delays in receiving new books and rising costs as they switch to a new vendor. Library officials warn that longer wait times for shipments may push some readers to buy books instead. KCRG
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ St. Luke’s Hospital staff reunited with former NICU patients and their families last Sunday in Cedar Rapids during an annual event that celebrated lasting bonds formed while caring for the tiniest patients—staff noted the reunion highlighted their long commitment since 1977. KWWL
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Iowa Hawkeyes will face the Minnesota Golden Gophers at Kinnick Stadium at 2:30 p.m. Saturday — the contest carries the Floyd of Rosedale trophy — and will be broadcast on CBS2 with streaming available on Paramount+. CBS 2 Iowa
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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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Mercy Mistletoe Market
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. — Mercy Medical Center Cedar Rapids — Free entry — Explore unique, handcrafted items from nearly 40 local vendors at this holiday shopping extravaganza.
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Dubuque Fighting Saints vs Cedar Rapids RoughRiders
7:05-8:35 p.m. — ImOn Ice — Stream available — Don't miss the thrilling hockey showdown as the Saints take on the RoughRiders.
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