Good morning, Cedar Rapids.

The Junior League of Cedar Rapids organizes its 4th 'Stuff the Truck' event to support local needs.

Ernie Topness, a 91-year-old postal worker from Cedar Rapids, retires after 65 years of service, receiving a city honor with a dedicated day in his name.

A Cedar Rapids man was arrested for an attempted armed robbery, facing multiple charges including first-degree robbery and burglary.

Violent crime in Cedar Rapids decreased significantly in 2024, with homicides down by 88% compared to the previous year.

An auction for a closed 46,181-square-foot movie theater in Cedar Rapids, which shuttered in March 2020 due to the pandemic, starts at $250,000, coinciding with construction of a new Texas Roadhouse on its lot.

Wolf Carbon Solutions has retracted its application for a carbon dioxide pipeline in Iowa, originally intended to transport CO2 from ethanol plants to Illinois for underground storage.

Cedar Rapids acknowledges farmers and conservation partners for finishing the first round of water quality projects to reduce nitrate levels and protect the city's water supply.

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.