Good Day
Cedar Rapids
Thursday, December 11th, 2025
Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of December.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Razzle Dazzle (a store selling new and used music and movies) opened a couple weeks ago at Lindale Mall for the holiday season, and it is located across from Torrid while offering a weekly playlist to update shoppers. KDAT
- ➤ Dua Pie, a new restaurant in downtown Cedar Rapids, offers New York-style pizza, strombolis, and calzones from the family behind Napoli’s. Opened Nov. 19 at 375 Third St. SE (a refreshed space with counter service and a side bar for late-night drinks), it brings a proven legacy to the local food scene. The Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds will host its free, all-ages New Year's Eve Bash on Wednesday, Dec. 31 inside the Fair Center with Loess Hills opening at 7 p.m. and Motley Scrue performing a high-energy Mötley Crüe tribute. KDAT
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Today, Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance revealed its 2026 legislative priorities, informed by over 1,200 investors and community partners, focusing on talent, workforce growth, and economic competitiveness in Eastern Iowa. The alliance expects the agenda to guide future policy decisions that support regional business vitality. Cedar Rapids Economic Alliance
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Over 600 students left Cedar Rapids Community Schools since last year due to concerns with academic support and classroom safety, as parents choose charter and private schools. District leaders plan to invest $2.5 million and launch a seven-year strategic plan to address these issues. KCRG
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A new, severe flu strain (H3N2 subclade K) is spreading in Cedar Rapids and nearby Iowa; the CDC warns the mutation causes sudden symptoms like fever and chills and poses extra risks to the elderly and children. Residents should take extra precautions through handwashing and avoiding contact with the sick. KDAT
- ➤ Iowa State University researchers found that milk glands in common livestock have receptors that may allow H5N1 to replicate if dairy products are not pasteurized, and they urge farmers to monitor their animals. The study appears in the Journal of Dairy Science. KCRG
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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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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.
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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.
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