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Cedar Rapids
Thursday, December 19th, 2024
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Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Tree of Five Seasons monument in Cedar Rapids is being relocated to enhance the city's flood defenses as part of a Flood Control System project. CBS 2 Iowa
- ➤ Jefferson High will host a holiday dinner on Wednesday night from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. KWWL
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Luke Truesdell, charged with Linn County's first quadruple homicide, seeks a trial relocation due to concerns over impartiality stemming from extensive local media coverage. CBS 2 Iowa
- ➤ A Cedar Rapids man, Michael Keel, was arrested for attempting to entice and engage in sexual acts with minors through profiles created by police. CBS 2 Iowa
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Midwest Equity plans to renovate the vacant former Wells Fargo Bank in downtown Cedar Rapids into its new LEED-certified headquarters, set to begin renovations next year with an $11 million investment. The Gazette
- ➤ Insomnia Cookies is set to open a new Cedar Rapids location, expanding its presence in Iowa to offer late-night sweets for pickup and delivery. The Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
SPORTS NEWS
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Holiday Spectacular with Orchestra Iowa
Experience a festive holiday concert featuring tenor Ben Gulley and the Orchestra Iowa Holiday Chorus performing classic holiday music at the Paramount Theatre.
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Santa Village at Hawkeye Downs
FINAL WEEKEND: 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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Holiday Spectacular with Orchestra Iowa
The event features tenor Ben Gulley and the Orchestra Iowa Holiday Chorus performing festive holiday music at the Paramount Theatre.
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National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation Screening at Paramount Theatre
Experience the classic holiday film 'National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation' on a large screen with premium sound at the Paramount Theatre.
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The Twelve Laughs of Christmas: Holiday Improv Show
The Yesandia Improv troupe returns to Mirrorbox Theatre for the second year, featuring twelve holiday-themed improv games and scenes, complemented by special guest high school performers.
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Cork N Canvas: Fire & Ice Painting Night
Enjoy an evening of painting and creativity at The Ideal Theater & Bar, where all supplies are provided for a fun, adult-only painting class.
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Concert by Orchestra Iowa in Cedar Rapids
Enjoy an evening of talented musicians from Orchestra Iowa performing in small ensembles at Opus Concert Cafe.
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Cedar Rapids Opera's Classical & Opera Series
The Cedar Rapids Opera features a series of classical and opera performances from December 6 to February 6, 2025, taking place at the Paramount Theatre.
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Comedian Tim Sullivan's Homecoming Show
Cedar Rapids native comedian Tim Sullivan returns for a special one-night performance, featuring material from his 27 years of experience in comedy.
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