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Sunday, December 7th, 2025

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Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 7th of December.

EDUCATION NEWS

  • ➤ Lawmakers, education leaders and Governor Reynolds met today to discuss making courses at the new Center for Intellectual Freedom required for UI students. Panelists from institutions including Stanford and New College of Florida said the move could help revive civic education and fill gaps in traditional history courses.  KCRG

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • ➤ Fareway has shared a slowcooker recipe for Chicken Philly with garlic aioli designed for busy families during the holiday season. The recipe, using chicken, onions, peppers, garlic & broth, is available online for easy ingredient shopping.  KCRG
  • ➤ Santa Claus arrived at Lindale Mall on Saturday, Dec. 6 to launch the Holiday Magic LIVE events in partnership with Cherry Hill Programs. Families enjoyed cookie decorating, face painting, and balloon twisting during the Cookies & Cheer event.  CBS 2 Iowa

EVENTS

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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.

    Sat, 12/13/25

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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.

    Sun, 12/14/25

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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.

    Sat, 12/20/25

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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.

    Sun, 12/21/25

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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.

    Mon, 12/22/25

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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.

    Tue, 12/23/25

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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.

    Thu, 12/25/25

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  • Cedar Rapids Roughriders vs. Sioux City Musketeers

    7:05-8:35 p.m. — ImOn Ice — Cost varies — Catch an exciting hockey showdown between local rivals on FloHockey.

    Sat, 12/27/25

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  • All that Glitters First Night Celebration

    7-11:59 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cedar Rapids Convention Complex — Check website for ticket info — Celebrate the New Year with live dueling pianos, a festive dinner buffet, and a midnight champagne toast.

    Wed, 12/31/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

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~ Beverly Sills

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