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Cedar Rapids
Friday, November 29th, 2024
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Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Santa Village has made its return to Cedar Rapids, offering a free event for attendees. KWWL
- ➤ In Cedar Rapids, Iowa, volunteers served Thanksgiving meals to over 50 people at a winter weather shelter, continuing a decade-long tradition and honoring personal connections. KCRG
- ➤ Over 700 Thanksgiving meals were delivered to seniors in Cedar Rapids by volunteers from UnityPoint Health Aging Services, AbbeHealth, and TransAmerica, embodying a cherished annual tradition that supports homebound or isolated seniors. KCRG
- ➤ NewBo City Market in Cedar Rapids receives a $500k grant from the Iowa Economic Development Authority for an expansion project that includes a new second floor and indoor stage, expecting a 20% increase in visitors. CBS 2 Iowa
- ➤ The Cedar Rapids Turkey Trot marked its 10th year, drawing hundreds to participate in a festive 5k run on Thanksgiving, complete with costumes and Donut Land donuts at the finish. CBS 2 Iowa
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A single-vehicle crash in Ely, Linn County, on Thanksgiving resulted in a passenger hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries, and the driver, Ashna Akhtar Gul, was cited for failure to maintain control and having no insurance. CBS 2 Iowa
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Due to a later Thanksgiving and economic concerns, families are altering their traditional Santa visits to smaller, more personal settings while the demand for Santa actors remains high. KCRG
- ➤ Juicy Crab Island enriches Cedar Rapids' dining scene by offering a mix of seafood and soul food as one of the few locally-owned restaurants in the area. The Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ed Miles, former Iowa linebacker and current Cedar Rapids Jefferson coach, will be the honorary captain for the Hawkeyes' game against Nebraska. KCRG
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Wonderful Smiths Concert
Experience an exciting live performance by the Wonderful Smiths at Moco Game Room & Hot Dog Bar in Cedar Rapids.
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Santa Brunch at Cedar Ridge Distillery
Celebrate the holiday season with a festive brunch buffet including a special appearance by Santa Claus, featuring delicious food and photo opportunities.
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Santa Village at Hawkeye Downs
Santa Village at Hawkeye Downs, supported by Basepoint Wealth, welcomes all ages to celebrate the holiday season at the Hawkeye Downs Expo Center for visits with Santa, crafts, activities, games, local holiday films, peppermint putt-putt golf, photo opportunities, and more! This event series runs from Thanksgiving through Christmas Eve on weekends with FREE ADMISSION. Sensory Night on December 5th.
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Santa Village at Hawkeye Downs
Santa Village at Hawkeye Downs, supported by Basepoint Wealth, welcomes all ages to celebrate the holiday season at the Hawkeye Downs Expo Center for visits with Santa, crafts, activities, games, local holiday films, peppermint putt-putt golf, photo opportunities, and more! This event series runs from Thanksgiving through Christmas Eve on weekends with FREE ADMISSION.
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Cedar Rapids Noon Lions Club Fundraiser
The Cedar Rapids Noon Lions Club will be selling Dave's Cakes at the Edgewood Hy-Vee on December 7 from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM. All proceeds go to local charitable causes.
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Cedar Rapids Community Orchestra Concert
Experience an impressive live performance by the Cedar Rapids Community Orchestra at Ballantyne Auditorium.
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Lunch in the Loft: Advent and Christmas Concert Series
Enjoy free Advent and Christmas music concerts by local musicians while having lunch at First Lutheran Church, with seating options in the choir loft or main level.
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Santa Village at Hawkeye Downs
Santa Village at Hawkeye Downs, supported by Basepoint Wealth, welcomes all ages to celebrate the holiday season at the Hawkeye Downs Expo Center for visits with Santa, crafts, activities, games, local holiday films, peppermint putt-putt golf, photo opportunities, and more! This event series runs from Thanksgiving through Christmas Eve on weekends with FREE ADMISSION.
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Steven Curtis Chapman Concert
Steven Curtis Chapman will perform live at Radiant Church in Cedar Rapids.
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Chicago Steel vs Cedar Rapids RoughRiders Ice Hockey Match
Watch the Chicago Steel compete against the Cedar Rapids RoughRiders live at ImOn Ice Arena.
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