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Cedar Rapids
Friday, November 14th, 2025
Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 14th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Salvation Army of Cedar Rapids reminded residents that registration for its annual Toy & Ham Assistance Program closes Monday, November 18, as the program offers free toys for children and a holiday ham for Linn County families. Families with children ages 0 to 14 may apply for both benefits while those without eligible children can register to receive a ham only using online applications or by phone. CBS 2 Iowa
- ➤ Today, The District CR in Cedar Rapids partnered with The Amana Colonies Bakery to serve 200 meals to nonprofits Willis Dady and Mission of Hope as the restaurant cooks a new meal each week and the bakery supplies desserts and bread. The restaurant will host a food drive and continue donations through November and December—helping meet needs like heavy winter coats—before reevaluating its plans. CBS 2 Iowa
- ➤ Together We Achieve is collecting donations for its sixth annual Turkey Time Together food box drive (with matching contributions up to $15,000) to help families facing food insecurity ahead of Thanksgiving. CBS 2 Iowa
- ➤ Operation Give Birds has opened sign-ups to provide Thanksgiving meals to families in need — Iowa Giving Crew will feed over 2,500 families at five Eastern Iowa locations with turkey, green beans, potatoes, stuffing, corn and rolls. CBS 2 Iowa
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Caribbean Kitchen — a popular Caribbean eatery run by Jamaican Pat — will close its doors on December 31st after 14 years in business, and Cedar Rapids fans can visit NewBo City Market to enjoy its famous jerk chicken before it closes. This decision marks the end of a long-standing favorite in our local market. KDAT
- ➤ Last night the president signed a federal law that ends the government shutdown and limits THC in hemp products to less than a half milligram per container — a rule change that may force Iowa CBD businesses to adjust from the current limit of 10 milligrams. Sellers have a year to work with lawmakers — over 450 companies face risks if the limit remains unchanged. Radio Iowa
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today, Theatre Cedar Rapids opens its production of Disney’s Frozen — a large-scale musical featuring a working turntable to move actors and scenery, drawing families to the landmark event. The production runs through December 21 and celebrates the theater’s 100th anniversary season. CBS 2 Iowa
- ➤ Museum guests can meet Iowa artists and buy original artwork at the annual store market held Sunday, Nov 23 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 410 3rd Ave SE—free gallery admission is offered that day. The Gazette
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ RELCO—a Wabtec Company—will close on New Year's Eve and lay off 34 employees after workers in Cedar Rapids were notified on Tuesday, according to Iowa WARN. KCRG
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Cedar Rapids School District faced financial problems after losing 622 students and a bond vote failed, so it may cut staff and merge schools. District officials are forming a committee to get input from parents and staff—planning a new budget as enrollment continues to drop. KCRG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Iowa Health and Human Services said full November SNAP benefits are being loaded onto EBT cards and should be available to all recipients by Friday. The 44-day shutdown led to a surge at local food pantries—officials expect the need for support to remain higher for weeks. KCCI
- ➤ Food aid advocates delivered a petition with over 600 signatures to Gov. Reynolds’ office on Wednesday, urging the state to join the federal SUN Bucks program next summer so that more children can receive food when school meals are not available—arguing that the Healthy Kids Iowa pilot leaves many families in need. KCRG
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Mercy Medical Center is hosting two free clinics to assist with health insurance enrollment, with events scheduled on Saturday, Nov. 22 and Saturday, Dec. 13 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.—the clinics will be held at Mercy Cedar Rapids’ Hallagan Education Center where trained professionals will help with Marketplace applications and renewals. CBS 2 Iowa
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Top ranked Cedar Rapids Xavier rallied from a 17—3 deficit to beat Newton 31-24 in the 4A State Semifinals and will face Pella in the state championship game. KWWL
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Needle Felting Workshop
1:30-3:30 p.m. — Cedar Rapids Public Library - Ladd Library — Cost varies — Discover the art of transforming wool into beautiful 3D creations with needle felting.
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NJCAA DII Women's Volleyball Championship
9 AM – 12 PM — Alliant Energy Power House — Ticket prices vary — Catch the excitement of NJCAA volleyball at the DII women’s championship!
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Hockey Match: Muskegon Lumberjacks vs Cedar Rapids RoughRiders
7:05-8:35 p.m. — Cedar Rapids Roughriders Hockey Club — Check local listings for ticket prices — Watch an exciting junior hockey face-off between two competitive teams.
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Thanksgiving Eve Dueling Pianos
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Olympic South Side Theater — $25 — Experience a night of musical requests from classic hits to today's favorites.
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Waterloo Black Hawks vs Cedar Rapids RoughRiders
7:05-8:35 p.m. — ImOn Ice — Cost info not specified — Catch the action as local hockey teams face off in an exciting match.
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Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland
7:30-9 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a dazzling fusion of circus artistry and holiday music in a magical winter wonderland.
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Veterans Holiday Meal
4-6 p.m. — Veterans Memorial Building — Free — Enjoy a traditional holiday meal with fellow veterans and active military members.
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Cultivate Hope Holiday Craft Fair
9 AM – 2 PM — Groundswell Cafe — Supports local youth programs — Discover local crafts, baked goods, and live music this holiday season.
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Madison Capitols vs Cedar Rapids RoughRiders
4:05-5:35 p.m. — ImOn Ice — Stream available — Catch the action as the Madison Capitols face the Cedar Rapids RoughRiders in this exciting hockey showdown.
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Photos with Santa at PCI Pediatrics
9-11 a.m. — PCI Medical Pavilion — Free entry — Enjoy cookies and crafts while capturing a magical moment with Santa.
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