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Cedar Rapids
Saturday, December 13th, 2025
Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 13th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The outdoor rink at Hughes Park will open this Saturday from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. (weather permitting) as the city will provide updates on closures if conditions change. KCRG
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ LOCO CR launched a fully local food delivery service early November to support restaurants in Cedar Rapids (with The Blind Pig as its first partner) and will expand when Bops Pizza starts delivery on Tuesday, Dec. 16. KDAT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Cedar Rapids restaurants are hosting festive holiday pop-ups featuring local spots like Goldfinch Tap + Eatery and Czech Town Station and will run through December — giving residents fresh dining events. Cedar Rapids Tourism shared details on Facebook to spark local cheer. CBS 2 Iowa
- ➤ Orchestra Iowa will launch three new candlelit concerts this winter with Tango of a Showgirl on Jan. 7-8, I Heart the 80s on Feb. 11-12 and The Four Seasons and The Four Seasons on Mar. 12-13. The concerts will be held in North Liberty at the Hy-Vee Center at Centennial Park and in Cedar Rapids at the Opus Concert Café. CBS 2 Iowa
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Linn-Mar Community School District Superintendent Amy Kortemeyer announced her retirement effective at the end of the school year with her final day on June 30, 2026 + the board will determine a successor to ensure a smooth transition. CBS 2 Iowa
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Drivers in Cedar Rapids must detour as two I-380 ramps close; northbound to Wright Brothers closes Dec. 17, 10:00 p.m. to Dec. 18, 6:00 a.m. and Dec. 18, 10:00 p.m. to Dec. 19, 6:00 a.m. — I-30 to Penn Street closes Dec. 17, 10:00 p.m. to Dec. 18, 5:00 a.m. KCRG
- ➤ Robert Thomas has been named executive director for VenuWorks, overseeing city-owned venues (Paramount Theatre, ImOn Ice Arena, Alliant Energy PowerHouse, and McGrath Amphitheatre). He brings nearly 18 years of live entertainment experience and replaces Darren Stearns. The Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Iowa Healthiest State Initiative restored nearly $100,000 in benefits to Double Up Food Bucks users, adding $75,000 in expired funds and a $9 emergency deposit for more than 2,600 families. Recipients can use the funds until March 31 to buy fresh fruits and vegetables. KCRG
- ➤ Linn County Emergency Management has posted a list of warming shelters, including the Cedar Rapids Public Library, available this weekend — room for residents to find refuge from dangerously cold temperatures. KCRG
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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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