Good Day
Cedar Rapids
Saturday, December 20th, 2025
Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 20th of December.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Cornell College announced on Friday that a student died unexpectedly — local authorities are investigating the cause while support services remain available as students are on winter break. KCRG
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Linn County Conservation Board approved two wetland projects on county land — one at a low-lying site near Wickiup Hill Learning Center in Toddville and another near Morgan Creek Park — set to begin construction next year with support from federal and local groups. The Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Starting Jan. 1, Iowa Medicaid recipients must prove their eligibility twice a year by submitting physical documents at local health centers. Local enrollment coordinators say the new rule may confuse some applicants. KCRG
- ➤ The DNR is asking the public for help to identify a deer poacher after a deer was illegally taken from a wildlife refuge north of Sutliff on the Johnson/Linn County line between Tuesday evening & Wednesday morning. KCRG
- ➤ Iowa lawmakers are drafting a resolution for Capitol Hill to honor Sergeant Edgar Torres-Tovar and Sergeant Nate Howard, two National Guardsmen killed in Syria last Saturday (the measure also recognizes a civilian interpreter and injured service members and supports their families). KCRG
- ➤ NextEra Energy advanced efforts to restart the Duane Arnold Nuclear Power Plant in Linn County by removing an over 200-ton generator rotor (a process that took weeks) and shipping it to New York for refurbishment, while the county board reviews a new zoning ordinance. KWWL
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ State inspectors fined a Cedar Rapids nursing home on 33rd Avenue $500 for leaving resident gift cards unsecured between June and August, 2025 and not reporting abuse and neglect promptly; similar fines were issued to facilities in Shelby and Traer for related violations. KCRG
- ➤ Before holiday parties this weekend, pediatric allergist Dr. Samantha Knox advises parents to speak with hosts about potential hidden allergens in dishes so children with food allergies stay safe + prepared, and she recommends bringing safe food options when needed. Radio Iowa
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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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Chris Thile Concert
7:30-10 p.m. — The Englert Theatre — $30 – $68 — Experience the genre-defying musical genius of Grammy Award-winner Chris Thile in an evening of captivating performances.
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Waterloo Black Hawks vs Cedar Rapids RoughRiders
7:05-9:05 p.m. — ImOn Ice — Check the FloHockey broadcast for all the action as the Black Hawks take on the RoughRiders in a thrilling hockey matchup.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.
~ Maya Angelou
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