Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 26th of October.
Good morning, Cedar Rapids.
🏛️ Government
The City of Cedar Rapids will run its annual leaf vacuum program starting Monday, Oct.
27 through Dec. 5 with trucks collecting leaves by quadrant every other week. Residents must rake leaves to the grassy area next to the street by 7 a.m. on their scheduled day to ensure collection.
Iowa lawmakers defended changes to Medicaid under the One Big, Beautiful Bill Act—Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks said the new rules fight waste and save money so that care reaches those who need it most.
An Iowa City mother remains worried about how the cuts may affect her children as the full impact of the changes may take months to show.
🏥 Health
A Fareway Cooking segment shared healthy Halloween hacks that swap high-sugar candy for snacks like trail mix and fruit leather.
The segment advised setting a candy limit and eating a protein-rich dinner before trick-or-treating—helping kids enjoy treats wisely.
🏈 Sports
About 200 JV cross country runners raced at Seminole Park on Saturday in Cedar Rapids, roughly quadrupling last year's sign-ups from 51 to 186.
Easton Mai (a Prairie High School grad and Cornell College runner) started the unofficial meet to give JV athletes exposure and plans to have it become state-sanctioned (aiming to boost their recognition further).
🎉 Cedar Rapids Events
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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.
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.
Orchestra Iowa: Masterworks III
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience powerful musical drama with guest conductor Damon Gupton leading orchestra classics from Walker, Mozart, and Beethoven.
Cranksgiving Cedar Rapids 2025
11 AM – 5 PM — NewBo City Market — $20-$40 recommended donation — Participate in a bicycle scavenger hunt to collect food for those in need.
NJCAA Division III Volleyball Championship
9:00 – 10:30 AM — Alliant Energy Power House — Check event details for pricing — Catch the excitement of NJCAA women’s volleyball at the 2025 Division III Championship!
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