Good Day
Cedar Rapids
Tuesday, November 12th, 2024
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Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cedar Rapids is experiencing a significant shift towards residential development downtown, with a 20% vacancy in commercial spaces and around 1,000 new rental units expected in the next two years, targeting young professionals and empty nesters. KCRG
- ➤ Hy-Vee offers free breakfast, exclusive discounts for veterans, and active duty members, with fundraising efforts supporting veteran organizations on its 25th annual Veterans Day celebration. CBS 2 Iowa
- ➤ The Cedar Rapids Freedom Festival introduces a Military Tribute Banner program to honor veterans and active military members for $250, featuring their banners on downtown light poles in the summer of 2025. KCRG
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A family from Cedar Rapids is scheduled to compete on 'Family Feud' airing on November 11th, 2024, showcasing local participation in national television. KDAT
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ An Iowa company, Nolting Manufacturing, specializing in longarm quilting machines, celebrates its 50th anniversary with events and classes. Radio Iowa
- ➤ Iowa Realty discusses its contributions to economic, workforce, and population growth as part of the Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance's 'A Closer Look' series. Cedar Rapids Economic Alliance
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ T-Mobile's Project 10Million initiative aims to provide free internet hotspots to students in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, lacking home internet, enhancing their ability to complete school work. KCRG
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Cedar Rapids reaches a milestone with 11,000 trees planted this month as part of its ReLeaf program to restore the city's tree canopy decimated by the 2020 derecho. The Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Iowa First Congressional District race remains undecided, with Republican Marianette Miller-Meeks narrowly leading Democrat Christina Bohannan as votes from military and overseas citizens are awaited. KCRG
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A University of Iowa expert clarifies the science supporting the benefits of fluoride in drinking water amidst ongoing public debates and legal challenges, highlighting its efficacy in preventing cavities and its economic and health equity advantages. CBS 2 Iowa
SPORTS NEWS
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2024 NJCAA Division III Volleyball Championship in Cedar Rapids
Experience the excitement of collegiate volleyball at the 2024 NJCAA Division III Volleyball Championship held at the Alliant Energy PowerHouse.
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University of Iowa Multicultural Showcase
Experience a vibrant introduction to diverse cultures through engaging performances and ethnic cuisine at the University of Iowa's Multicultural Showcase.
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Comedy Night with Greg Hahn and Willie Griswold
Experience an evening of laughter with comedians Greg Hahn and special guest Willie Griswold, both beloved regulars on the Bob and Tom Show.
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Home Alone in Concert
Experience the holiday classic 'Home Alone' with its charming score performed live by Orchestra Iowa, featuring Macaulay Culkin's iconic role as Kevin McCallister.
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Pasta Cooking Class
Get ready to roll up your sleeves and join Big Grove Cedar Rapids chefs, Chris and Taylor on November 19th at 6:00PM for a delicious pasta cooking class! You'll be making three mouthwatering dishes, all while sipping on a refreshing cocktail to get the evening started! You’ll take home recipe cards so you can recreate the magic in your own kitchen.
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Pasta Cooking Class
Get ready to roll up your sleeves and join Big Grove Cedar Rapids chefs, Chris and Taylor on November 19th at 6:00PM for a delicious pasta cooking class! You'll be making three mouthwatering dishes, all while sipping on a refreshing cocktail to get the evening started! You’ll take home recipe cards so you can recreate the magic in your own kitchen.
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2024 NJCAA Division II Volleyball Championship
Experience the excitement of collegiate athletics at the 2024 NJCAA Division II Volleyball Championship in Cedar Rapids.
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Disney's Beauty and the Beast at Theatre Cedar Rapids
Experience a captivating adaptation of the classic fairy tale with enchanting music and spectacular costumes as the story unfolds of Belle and the Beast at Theatre Cedar Rapids.
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Comedian Kevin Eudy Live Show
Experience a night of laughter with Kevin Eudy, a former police officer turned social media star, as he shares humorous stories from his life and family.
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Chicago Steel vs. Cedar Rapids RoughRiders: Live Hockey Action
Experience an exciting USHL matchup as the Chicago Steel face off against the Cedar Rapids RoughRiders at ImOn Ice Arena.
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Kirkwood Community College Choir Performance
Experience an enchanting performance by the Kirkwood Community College choir groups in a welcoming auditorium setting.
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