Good Day
Cedar Rapids
Tuesday, December 3rd, 2024
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Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A section of Council Street NE in Cedar Rapids will have reduced lanes due to utility work from Dec. 3, impacting both southbound and northbound traffic. CBS 2 Iowa
- ➤ The Cedar Rapids holiday tree, donated by the Postma family, was set up in Greene Square Park for a lighting ceremony on December 7, featuring family activities. CBS 2 Iowa
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The first widespread snow in eastern Iowa caused multiple crashes and traffic issues due to slick streets. CBS 2 Iowa
- ➤ A multi-vehicle crash on I-380 southbound in downtown Cedar Rapids blocks the left lane, causing traffic delays amid snowfall. KCRG
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An attempted robbery occurred at Kirkwood Community College's recreation center parking lot, with authorities seeking a suspect last seen in a white 2012 Chevy Cruze. CBS 2 Iowa
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The National Czech & Slovak Museum and Library in Cedar Rapids is hosting a free Old World Christmas Market with handcrafted items, live entertainment, and family-friendly crafts on December 7th and 8th. CBS 2 Iowa
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Cedar Rapids School District introduces the College & Career Pathways program to enhance academic and career readiness, with informational meetings scheduled this week. KCRG
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The FDA recalls certain Walmart bakery items due to contamination with foreign plastic pieces, and encourages customers to return affected products for safety. KDAT
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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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.
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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.
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~ Albert Einstein
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