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Tuesday, December 24th, 2024

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Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Saving Animals In Need Today (SAINT), a Cedar Rapids-based cat rescue, receives a $7,000 donation from UScellular's Connect Your Cause program.  CBS 2 Iowa
  • Cedar River Landing in Cedar Rapids will close on Christmas Day, making way for CR Midnight Smoker BBQ to open in its location in February.  KDAT
  • The National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library was awarded a $42,500 state grant for renovations to the Orloj Clock Tower, highlighting a commitment to cultural preservation and community tourism.  The Gazette
  • Midnight Smoker BBQ is set to expand into a larger space in Cedar River Landing's building to accommodate growing demand and enhance its menu.  The Gazette

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Gas prices in Iowa rose by 11.4 cents in one week, reaching an average of $2.78 a gallon during the holiday season.  CBS 2 Iowa

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Senator Chuck Grassley has nominated 34 Iowans for entry into prestigious U.S. military academies for the 2025-2026 academic year.  CBS 2 Iowa

HEALTH NEWS

  • ImpactLife encourages blood donations with gift card rewards to maintain supply throughout the holiday season in eastern Iowa.  CBS 2 Iowa
  • Iowa records its first human bird flu case in an individual working with infected poultry, joining eight other states with human cases, yet no human-to-human transmission has been observed.  KDAT

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 12/28/24

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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.

    Thu, 1/9/25

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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.

    Fri, 1/10/25

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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.

    Fri, 1/17/25

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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.

    Sat, 1/18/25

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  • Free Snowshoe Demonstration at SOKO Outfitters

    The event features a free snowshoe demo along with crafts and activities for children, providing an engaging family-friendly experience.

    Sun, 1/19/25

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