Good Day
Cedar Rapids
Monday, December 1st, 2025
Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 1st of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ After Saturday’s snowstorm, many Cedar Rapids residents cleared their driveways and sidewalks, with the Winger family using a snow blower—10-year-old Amelia helped and said she enjoyed the snow. City crews are working to clear roads and enforce the 24-hour rule for public ramps and sidewalks. KCRG
- ➤ On Sunday, November 30th, a power outage near Coralville left several thousand Johnson County customers without electricity due to a transmission line issue from the rural cooperative, and repair crews are working to restore power. KCRG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Tiffany O'Donnell urged Cedar Rapids residents to support local shops weakened by a record-breaking winter storm by shopping small each Saturday in December. She encouraged people to tag their favorite stores on social media—hoping to boost businesses during the holiday season. CBS 2 Iowa
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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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We The Kingdom Christmas Concert
6:00-8:00 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — Ticketed event — Celebrate the season with festive music and fan-favorites from We The Kingdom.
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Disney's Frozen: Live Theatre Production
7:30-10:00 p.m. — Theatre Cedar Rapids — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magical tale of sisterhood and adventure in a winter wonderland.
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Disney's FROZEN at Theatre Cedar Rapids
11:30 AM – 2:00 PM — Theatre Cedar Rapids, 102 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA — Tickets available — Experience the enchanting tale of sisterhood and acceptance this holiday season.
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Holiday Trivia Night
6-8 p.m. — Big Grove Brewery & Taproom — Free to attend — Test your knowledge with festive trivia questions in a joyful holiday atmosphere.
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Holiday Movie Screening: Elf
2-6 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — Ticket proceeds benefit Cedar Rapids Animal Care & Control — Celebrate the holiday season with a festive screening of Buddy the Elf's adventures.
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Dinosaur Adventure
6:00 PM - 7:30 AM — Hawkeye Downs Speedway & Expo Center — VIP packages available — Experience a fun-filled night with dinosaurs and exclusive perks.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The shoe that fits one person pinches another.
~ Carl Jung
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