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Ward Opens DCM Fitness in Manchester
A new gym/physical fitness center opens in Manchester today. DCM Fitness is located on the southwest edge of town in the commercial subdivision at 1101 Commercial Court. Owner Will Ward is a Manchester native and 2023 West Delaware graduate. He says he was still in high school when the idea of creating his own gym started.
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Visit Scream Acres at Bloomsbury Farm if you dare!
Sammy Petersen shares what’s in store this October at Scream Acres in Atkins. Experience four haunted attractions every Friday and Saturday beginning Oct. 3.
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Falliday Market returns to Marion’s Lowe Park on Saturday
MARION, Iowa — The annual Falliday Market will return to Lowe Park on Saturday, bringing dozens of vendors, food trucks and seasonal goods to Marion. The free event is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Lowe Park, 4500 N. 10th St. It is hosted by the Marion Parks and Recreation Department.
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Nashua-Plainfield Homecoming Week 2026; Parade Friday (Oct. 2) Afternoon
It’s Homecoming Week for Nashua-Plainfield Schools. This year’s theme is Taking Over the Stars, a reference to the Huskies’ homecoming football opponent, the Starmont Stars. Junior Emeri McCumber says the Homecoming Spirit will be on display before Friday night’s game. Junior Natalie Feldman looks to “reboot”...
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Hampton-Dumont-CAL homecoming festivities continue Friday
Hampton-Dumont-CAL homecoming festivities continue Friday with a parade beginning at 12:50 p.m., followed by a community pep rally in the high school competition gym. The pep rally will air on 104.9 KLMJ beginning around 1:15 p.m. Coronation will take place during the community pep rally. This year’s homecoming court includes...
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Local independent grocery store to close at the end of the year
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - The northwest Cedar Rapids community is losing its local grocery store. The Cultivate Hope Corner Store says it is closing on December 18. The grocery store operated by nonprofit Matthew 25 says the store is no longer financially sustainable, even with strong community support. The...
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VASA Fitness to open first Iowa location in Cedar Rapids on Oct. 10
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — VASA Fitness plans to open its first Iowa location Oct. 10 in Cedar Rapids, bringing a new fitness club and about 50 jobs to the city. The club will open at 279 Collins Road NE and will include strength and cardio equipment, personal training, group fitness classes and several recovery amenities.
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🍔 Smash Burger Tailgate – Forest City vs. New Hampton 🏈
🍔 Smash Burger Tailgate – Forest City vs. New Hampton 🏈. Come hungry and support a great cause during the Smash Burger Tailgate ahead of the Forest City vs. New Hampton football game! ❤️🏈. 📅 Friday, October 2, 2026. ⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM. 📍 Forest...
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Orchestra Iowa announces new Candles & Classics season
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — Orchestra Iowa’s Candles & Classics concert series will return for a third season, pairing classical music with popular hits in performances illuminated by hundreds of candles. The 2026-27 season will feature dual pianos, vocalists and the Orchestra Iowa string quartet. Concerts are planned at...
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Road Trippers Plan Their Routes Around The Loose Meat Sandwich At This Tiny Iowa Counter Diner
Some sandwiches are so closely tied to a place that travelers build their routes around them. In Marshalltown, Iowa, Maid-Rite serves its famous loose meat sandwich from a small counter at 106 S 3rd Ave, where seasoned ground beef is piled onto a soft bun instead of being shaped into a traditional burger patty.
Cedar Rapids Gazette
West Union baker advances to Hardee’s National Biscuit Baker finals
WEST UNION — An Iowa Hardee’s employee could make some serious dough with her biscuit skills as she advances to the national level of the fast food chain’s baking competition. Valerie Knospe will take her baking skills to Franklin, Tennessee, on Sept. 30, where she will face off against three other regional finalists for a shot at the $10,000 grand prize and National Biscuit Baker champion title. Knospe, 39, has been working at the West Union Hardee’s for five years and has spent a year and a half perfecting her biscuit craft. She advanced to the finals after a regional competition in Manchester, Iowa. The competition highlights the quality and skill that goes into the fast food giant’s breakfast staple. Knospe says she takes pride in making biscuits by measuring ingredients precisely, keeping an eye on flour usage during rolling and cutting, and mixing dough gently to avoid overmixing. “I put lots of love into my biscuits," Knospe said. "You must be patient and realize that you are preparing the products that starts off our guests’ day and that they are counting on me to start their day off on the right foot with a perfect biscuit.” At the finals,
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Cedar Crossing Casino unveils new space exhibit, announces entertainment lineup
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Cedar Crossing Casino unveiled their entertainment lineup on Wednesday, including the announcement of a new space exhibit called Astronaut. Astronaut, the opening exhibit, will be located at the Compass Center. Created by Scitech in Australia, the STEM experience aims to give visitors a hands-on look at what it takes to train and live in space.
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Halloween PAW-TY to raise money for Cedar Bend Humane Society
WATERLOO, Iowa — Dogs, kids, and their parents, companions, or supporters, are invited to celebrate the season with Cedar Bend Humane Society. The Halloween PAW-TY will be on Sunday, Oct. 18 from 2 to 5 p.m. “We’re so excited to host this Halloween PAW-TY and invite the community to...
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Hampton-Dumont-CAL celebrates homecoming with week of activities
Hampton-Dumont-CAL is celebrating homecoming this week with a full schedule of activities leading up to Friday night’s football game. The week includes daily dress-up themes. Monday is Anything But a Water Bottle Day, followed by Generations Day on Tuesday, Color Day on Wednesday, Country vs. Country Club Day on Thursday and Spirit Day on Friday.
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🍔 Smash Burger Tailgate – Forest City vs. New Hampton 🏈
🍔 Smash Burger Tailgate – Forest City vs. New Hampton 🏈. Come hungry and support a great cause during the Smash Burger Tailgate ahead of the Forest City vs. New Hampton football game! ❤️🏈. 📅 Friday, October 2, 2026. ⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM. 📍 Forest...