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Brandon Martin, wanted for first degree Intentional Homicide in Milwaukee, was arrested in Buchanan County, Iowa after a traffic stop revealed his active arrest warrant.

Iowans visit Hoffman Tree Farm in Marion, embracing the 54-year tradition of selecting live Christmas trees amid seasonal rush.

Cedar’s Edge Evergreen Market in Ely, now offering 300 mature trees for customers to cut themselves, celebrates the growing trend of choosing real Christmas trees for the holiday season.

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.

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.

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.

Cedar Rapids Community Orchestra Concert

Experience an impressive live performance by the Cedar Rapids Community Orchestra at Ballantyne Auditorium.

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.

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.

Steven Curtis Chapman Concert

Steven Curtis Chapman will perform live at Radiant Church in Cedar Rapids.

Chicago Steel vs Cedar Rapids RoughRiders Ice Hockey Match

Watch the Chicago Steel compete against the Cedar Rapids RoughRiders live at ImOn Ice Arena.

What'cha Reading Book Club: Holiday Edition

The Holiday Edition of the What'cha Reading Book Club invites all ages to share their recent reads and participate in a White Elephant Book Exchange, hosted at Craft'd in Cedar Rapids.

Cirque Dreams Holidaze at Paramount Theatre

Cirque Dreams Holidaze is a captivating holiday-themed performance that showcases a fusion of circus artistry and seasonal cheer.