Good morning, Cedar Rapids.

Prairie High School coach Bruce Dall posted on X about how he and his wife had four miscarriages before having their son Kinnick in 2015, and his message has touched millions across Iowa.

Over the weekend, the family went to an Iowa football game—an emotional time for them.

Late Wednesday night, carbon monoxide filled a downtown Cedar Rapids apartment building on the 200 block of 1st Avenue—forcing the Fire Department to evacuate residents, use large fans to ventilate the building, and allow everyone back with no reported illnesses.

Kinze Manufacturing CEO Jon Kinzenbaw will sell 125 duplicate tractor models from his collection of over 600 tractors—he will hold an open house from October 27 to 30 with the online auction starting at 9 a.m. on November 4.

Winnebago Industries posted a strong fiscal Q4 with net income rising to $13.7 million — up 153% from last year — as price hikes helped offset weaker consumer demand at its Iowa factories in Forest City and Lake Mills.

CEO Michael Happe said the firm will drive volume and profitability next fiscal year with new product introductions and stronger dealer partnerships.

QTS, Layton Construction, and The Weitz Company topped out the first three buildings at its Cedar Rapids data center campus on Wednesday at the Big Cedar Industrial Center — a big milestone in the $10 billion project that will create over 2,000 jobs as it is built in two phases to finish in 2026 and 2027 with Governor Reynolds and local officials present.

As temperatures cool, Asian lady beetles are entering homes in Cedar Rapids seeking warmth and are often mistaken for ladybugs.

Experts recommend that homeowners seal gaps and install fine mesh screens (the insects are harmless but may release a smelly fluid if disturbed) to keep them out.

Since the start of the year the dollar has lost nearly 10% of its value while gold and silver reached record highs—experts say rising inflation and economic uncertainty have made precious metals a popular choice for investors.

Starting today, eastbound traffic on 8th Avenue SW between 6th and 4th Streets is closed for private sewer repair work— a detour will be posted while the westbound lane remains open.

The repair project is expected to last about four days so drivers should plan alternate routes.

Cedar Rapids held an open house at the city services center on Wednesday where residents saw sewer machines, drones, and computers controlling traffic signals—City Animal Control also showed cats and dogs for adoption.

The event let the public see how tax dollars support city services, explained Customer Service Manager Mike Casella.

Gazette-area high school cross country runners competed Wednesday in state-qualifying meets in Iowa City and Pleasant Valley for Class 4A and at Manchester, Pella and Williamsburg for Class 3A—top three teams and the top 15 runners at each meet will advance to the state meet Oct.

31-Nov. 1 at Lakeside Golf Course in Fort Dodge.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Iowa BIG Visit Day

8 AM – 4 PM — Cedar Rapids Downtown District — Refunds available — Learn about Iowa BIG and how it empowers students for real-world impact.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.