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Eastern Iowa students encouraged to explore construction careers at interactive showcase
Tuesday 1,400 students from across eastern Iowa got the chance to learn about construction hands-on at the Eastern Iowa Build My Future Construction Career Day & Industry Showcase. Sixty-five schools participated in the event lead by volunteers from over 50 area construction and related companies – include construction industry practices,...
More abused pit bulls found dead in public areas in eastern Iowa
Cedar County — For the second time just this week more dogs were found dead in Eastern Iowa. We told you earlier this week about pit bull puppies found on the Sac and Fox trail in Cedar Rapids. Now, the Cedar County Sheriff is sharing on social media images...
Ellis Boulevard Northwest extension & Transit Maintenance Garage opens in Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids — In eastern Iowa, a new roundabout -- and maintenance garage -- is now open for service. City leaders in Cedar Rapids held a ribbon cutting ceremony on Monday afternoon to mark the completion of the Ellis Boulevard Northwest Extension project. That ribbon cutting also included an open house of the newly built Transit Maintenance Garage near the Ellis Boulevard Northwest and E Avenue roundabout.
TV and Stage Actor from Cedar Rapids Stars in MJ the Musical’s Premiere at the Des Moines Civic Center
Josh Dawson has 150 years of family history in Iowa. Born in Cedar Rapids, Dawson grew up performing. From singing at his father’s church on Sundays, to starring in his first play at 6 years old, Dawson never shied away from the spotlight. “I grew up singing, dancing, and acting at my dad’s church. He’d bring in people to do these workshops and master classes for the kids and I gained a passion for it,” recalls Dawson. Serious about his future as an entertainer, Dawson looked at colleges with a focus on performing arts. He was accepted to the musical theater program at the University of Cincinnati Conservatory of Music where he mastered his acting and vocal skills.
Crews complete repair work on Cedar Rapids weather radio transmitter ahead of weekend storms
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Crews have completed repairs on the NOAA Weather Radio transmitter in Cedar Rapids, the National Weather Service reports Thursday. The outage persisted through last week’s severe weather, prompting meteorologists to recommend having additional methods of receiving severe weather information. The restoration now comes ahead...
Student Trades Showcase Scheduled For Tomorrow In Cedar Rapids
(Cedar Rapids, IA) -- 1,400 students from 65 eastern Iowa schools will take part in an interactive construction showcase tomorrow. The Build My Future Construction Career Day will give students an opportunity to get a taste of a job in the trades. The event is being staged by the Future...
News : Operation Quick Find for missing girl
An Operation Quick Find has been issued for Alison Kay Harris. Harris is 16 years old and last seen on April 25. She is a white female 5'1" and weighs approximately 115 pounds. She has blonde hair and blue eyes. She was last seen wearing a green t-shirt and black sweatpants.
Car into Cedar River, suspects swim in attempt to elude police
Two people are now arrested and charged after a car chase that ended with the suspect's vehicle in the Cedar River. Around 12:30 Friday morning police attempted a traffic stop in 500 block of 33rd Ave SW. The suspects fled in their vehicle and a pursuit started heading in to...
Cedar Rapids Housing Association's showcasing 23 houses during Spring Parade of Homes
The Greater Cedar Rapids Housing & Building Association's 2024 Spring Parade of Homes will offer homebuyers a chance to see 23 new and remodeled homes in the Cedar Rapids area. The home tours are available from Noon to 5pm April 27 and 28 as well as May 4 and 5.
Local performers announced for Summer Arts Festival
IOWA CITY, Iowa — Baton twirlers, Irish Dancers, and The School of Rock are just a few of the performers announced to be hitting the stages at the 2024 Iowa Arts Festival this summer. This year the festival kicks off Friday, June 7 at 5pm and features over 100...
Rural Iowa schools rework budgets to meet teacher pay raise under new law
While teachers in Iowa are expecting a pay raise under a new law, the state isn't making up the full cost for smaller schools, leaving rural districts like Central City to rework their budgets to keep up with payroll. "Teachers are not paid, in my opinion, what we're worth," said...
Hy-Vee offers 1,000 free anemia screenings to promote community health in May
Hy-Vee announces that it will be providing 1,000 free anemia screenings in May at select Hy-Vee stores. Anemia, affecting an estimated three million Americans, hampers the body's ability to transport oxygen due to a shortage of healthy red blood cells, often caused by iron deficiency. Symptoms include tiredness, weakness, and shortness of breath.
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