Cedar Rapids.
city in and seat of Linn County, Iowa, United States
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What's happening
Active this week
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Construction of a flood protection levee is currently underway in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.Some support1 report
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WalletHub ranked both Des Moines and Cedar Rapids as safe cities, and noted Cedar Rapids' location within Middle America.Some support1 report
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Activism previously confined to Iowa City has begun to spread.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Cedar Rapids firefighters responded to a garage fire on October 18, 2026.Some support1 report
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Cedar Rapids hosted a national No Kings rally on October 17, 2026.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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Local developments in Cedar Rapids include a new restaurant near the Cedar River, city plans embracing the river, and a bank CEO update.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A clubhouse belonging to Zach Johnson is being developed along the Cedar River in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.Some support1 report
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A hull moved from Houston to Cedar Rapids, and the city is built upon the Cedar River.Some support1 report
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IDOT crews performed road work in Cedar Rapids on October 13, 2026.Some support1 report
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Alliant Energy, led by Dennis Jordan, is proposing a new energy generation plant in the Cedar Rapids area of Linn County.Some support4 reports1 development inside
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A farm was featured by Al Roker in 2014 and uses a design from Cedar Rapids Kernels.Some support1 report
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The city plans to build a new sculpture park on Mays Island in Cedar Rapids.Some support1 report
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Candidates are conducting a 'Fighting for Iowa Tour' in Iowa, campaigning in the GOP primary for nomination.Well supported6 reports5 developments inside
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A pro-life group campaigned for Republican candidate Ashley Hinson in Cedar Rapids.Some support1 report
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Jefferson High School in Cedar Rapids implemented a new Freshman Academy program.Some support1 report
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Mercy Medical Center is operational in the state of Indiana, with ties to Cedar Rapids.Some support1 report
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Jen Neumann serves as school board president while Tawana Lannin continues as superintendent of the Cedar Rapids Community School District.Some support1 report
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Severe weather patterns affected the TV9 viewing area in Iowa.Well supported4 reports
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City council in Cedar Rapids initiates eminent domain proceedings based on river flood history.Some support6 reports2 developments inside
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The Cedar River rose above 20 feet in Cedar Rapids, prompting local discussion on flood protection measures.Some support1 report
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Severe weather monitoring is underway for the region including Cedar Rapids, Iowa, by the Storm Prediction Center.Well supported6 reports1 development inside
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Flood protection system in Cedar Rapids failed despite a $50M investment.Some support2 reports
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A foundation is joining the Give Like Dolly Day event and operating in Cedar Rapids, where it functions as a library foundation.Some support1 report
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Hospitality industry leaders and businesses are located in a city in Iowa.Some support1 report1 development inside
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An analyst has commented on local election trends in Cedar Rapids.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Heavy rainfall caused damage to homes and businesses in Cedar Rapids and Marion.Some support1 report
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Honor Flight committee is based in the Eastern Iowa region, including Cedar Rapids.Some support1 report
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Heavy rains caused Indian Creek to overflow, leading to flash flooding and trail closures in Cedar Rapids.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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ServiceMaster Clean is responding to water damage in the Cedar Rapids area.Some support1 report
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Updates include an annual conference at Drake University, a proposed Morgan Valley plant in western Linn County, and a Planning and Zoning Committee meeting in Cedar Rapids.Some support1 report
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Workers at Novolex Holdings LLC walked off their jobs and protested wage and benefit demands while Apollo Global Management backed a major merger deal.Some support1 report
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Scott Ourth served as Polk County's director of general services, and David Dostal served as Cedar Rapids police chief.Some support1 report
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Van Buren Elementary School is located in Linn County, and Cedar Rapids is the seat of Linn County.Some support2 reports
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Cedar Rapids and Iowa City are competing for state housing tax credits.Some support1 report
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A school operates within the city limits of Cedar Rapids, Iowa.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Coe College announced a tuition reset strategy in Cedar Rapids.Some support4 reports
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Prairie High School utilizes a new facility in Cedar Rapids.Some support1 report
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Greg Smith served as Fire Chief in Cedar Rapids.Some support3 reports
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Hunter Baldus and Amy Aossey relocated to Cedar Rapids, Iowa, from Colorado and Phoenix, respectively.Some support1 report
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Olson will display work in Cedar Rapids library, and Marion hired a Michigan-based consulting firm.Some support1 report
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Ashley Hinson's political seat is facing a challenge from a candidate based in Clear Lake, which falls within her district including Cedar Rapids.Some support3 reports
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Des Moines and Cedar Rapids launched veteran Stand Downs to assist veterans who served in Vietnam.Some support1 report
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A campaign rally was held in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, on September 1, 2026.Some support3 reports
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An event is taking place in Downtown Cedar Rapids.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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A promoter based in Cedar Rapids is supporting local culture by bringing music from various locations across the Midwest.Some support1 report
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Cedar Rapids was ranked highly in an inaugural list of Best Cities for Work by Indeed.Some support1 report
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Iowa state agency enforces care standards and proposes fines for quality-of-care violations at local healthcare centers.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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A mural is displayed in downtown Cedar Rapids.Some support1 report
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An event center is situated in the city of Cedar Rapids, which is located in the state of Iowa.Some support2 reports
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Cedar Rapids leverages state tax incentives for growth and receives community funding from Google.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Google is expanding its presence in Iowa, building a new campus in Cedar Rapids and establishing data centers in Council Bluffs.Some support2 reports
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Marion is located within Linn County, and Nicolas AbouAssaly serves as the Mayor of Marion.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Cedar Rapids City Council approved funding for local business services.Some support1 report
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Google's data center in Cedar Rapids is facing local pressure to change its water usage methods due to resource strain.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The county seat is in the city of Cedar Rapids, and the local landfill is now receiving waste from the operational data center of Google.Some support1 report
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In Iowa, Trump's plan to increase foreign beef imports is being discussed alongside local council considerations of flood control projects in Cedar Rapids.Some support2 reports
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The article is set in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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A plant is operating in the area of Cedar Rapids, Iowa.Some support1 report
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Linn County affirmed the EMS election, and the county seat is located in Cedar Rapids.Some support4 reports
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A legal case involving Iowa's sexual abuse law, company operations spanning Iowa and Indiana, and a fatal accident in Cedar Rapids.Some support1 report1 development inside
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News at the entities that move Cedar Rapids most-
city council StructuralSan Diego hired a new chief operating officer to assist city administration.Moves Cedar Rapids
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Linn County StructuralLinn County denied IPL's rezoning application, amid criticism from the Sierra Club regarding fossil fuel use by Alliant Energy.Moves Cedar Rapids
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Iowa StructuralWet weather and cooler temperatures are expanding across multiple states, including Illinois, Arkansas, Colorado, and Iowa.Moves Cedar Rapids
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civil service commission StructuralCSC extended Dr. Dotillos' service past retirement age, while local officials faced scrutiny over unapproved contracts.Moves Cedar Rapids
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IWF TransactionalIWF is granting support and funding to organizations across Iowa, including Cedar Rapids and Des Moines, to support women and girls.Moves Cedar Rapids
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Cedar Falls OperationalTarget Corporation's contract led to a business move to Cedar Falls, while a family with owned businesses moved through Iowa and Clinton.Moves Cedar Rapids
Connections
The 40 strongest of 191, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Linn County Structural
Cedar Rapids serves as the administrative county seat and primary service center for Linn County.
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Tiffany O'Donnell Structural
Tiffany O'Donnell holds the office of Mayor of Cedar Rapids.
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city council Structural
The City Council exercises formal governing authority over Cedar Rapids, managing development, public services, and infrastructure.
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Cedar River Structural
The city's infrastructure and development are fundamentally constrained and dictated by the river's physical presence and flood history.
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Iowa Structural
Cedar Rapids is a municipality located within Iowa, operating under the state's jurisdiction and policies.
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Bombardier Structural
Bombardier relies on a critical supply chain sourced from production facilities in the Cedar Rapids area.
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Rob Davis Structural
Rob Davis holds a functional role managing flood control and infrastructure planning within Cedar Rapids.
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Brent Smith Structural
Brent Smith holds the appointed role of assistant fire chief within the municipal structure of Cedar Rapids.
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civil service commission Structural
The civil service commission reviews and screens candidates for city leadership in Cedar Rapids.
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Anamosa Operational
Anamosa functions as a correctional facility that houses inmates originating from the city of Cedar Rapids.
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Central City Operational
The two entities are in direct competition, with Central City being described as smaller than Cedar Rapids centers.
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Marion Operational
The two municipalities are actively engaged in a regional working group due to shared functional interests.
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Des Moines Operational
The two cities are functionally linked through shared political action, competitive pressures for sites, and mutual exposure to regional risks.
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Rob Merritt Structural
Rob Merritt serves as a public services specialist for the city of Cedar Rapids.
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Fairfax Operational
Operational link where Cedar Rapids construction impacts the residents of Fairfax.
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Hans Olson Transactional
Hans Olson is scheduled to display work in a library located in Cedar Rapids.
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Webber Shared context
Webber operates in Cedar Rapids by performing in the annual PrideFest parade.
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IWF Transactional
IWF provides financial support and grants to organizations located in Cedar Rapids.
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Prairie High School Operational
The school district utilizes a facility located within the city limits.
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Google Operational
Google is establishing a physical presence in Cedar Rapids through data center construction and engaging in local community and regulatory interactions.
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Iowa State University Operational
A's academic programs are cited as contributing to the local economy and talent pool of Cedar Rapids.
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Austin Transactional
A cultural entity based in Austin performed in Cedar Rapids, representing a specific, time-bound cultural exchange event.
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Iowa Department of Natural Resources Operational
Cedar Rapids and the Iowa DNR are partnered on a water quality improvement project.
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Army Operational
The Army is conducting system integration work within the geographical boundaries of Cedar Rapids.
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Iowa City Operational
The two cities are actively competing for state housing tax credits, with activism from Iowa City spreading to Cedar Rapids.
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Chris Wright Operational
Chris Wright's professional activities are tied to the AI data center growth potential in the Cedar Rapids area.
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Cedar River Operational
Cedar Rapids is investing in infrastructure to manage flood control related to Cedar River.
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Jennifer Pratt Shared context
Jennifer Pratt's professional and civic life was situated within the context of Cedar Rapids, specifically regarding local issues like flood protection.
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Ashley Hinson Shared context
Ashley Hinson represents the political district containing Cedar Rapids and has actively requested funding for local city services.
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Elon Musk Mentioned together
The relationship is observed in articles comparing Elon Musk's compensation to local Cedar Rapids teacher salaries.
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Charlie McClintock Shared context
A is a retired police officer whose professional identity was based in Cedar Rapids.
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Scott Webster Shared context
Scott Webster guides legislation on police oversight within the jurisdiction of Cedar Rapids.
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University of Iowa Shared context
The University of Iowa conducts research and operations within the geographic context of Cedar Rapids.
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Fall Operational
The person holds a directorial role involved in the planning and management of flood control issues specific to Cedar Rapids.
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Morgan Creek Shared context
Morgan Creek is a geographic feature situated within the broader area of Cedar Rapids.
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Lot 44 Shared context
Lot 44 is a specific parcel of land located within the city of Cedar Rapids.
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Phoenix Shared context
The relationship is inferred from a person moving from Phoenix to Cedar Rapids.
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Cedar Falls Operational
Oh My Grill is expanding its operations from Cedar Falls to Cedar Rapids.
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Jefferson High School Shared context
Jefferson High School is situated within the city of Cedar Rapids.
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Kirsten Running-Marquardt Structural
Kirsten Running-Marquardt serves as a supervisor representing local interests within Cedar Rapids.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
14 events- Construction of a flood protection levee is currently underway in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
- WalletHub ranked both Des Moines and Cedar Rapids as safe cities, and noted Cedar Rapids' location within Middle America.
- Activism previously confined to Iowa City has begun to spread.
- Cedar Rapids firefighters responded to a garage fire on October 18, 2026.
- Cedar Rapids hosted a national No Kings rally on October 17, 2026.
- Local developments in Cedar Rapids include a new restaurant near the Cedar River, city plans embracing the river, and a bank CEO update.
- A clubhouse belonging to Zach Johnson is being developed along the Cedar River in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
- A hull moved from Houston to Cedar Rapids, and the city is built upon the Cedar River.
- IDOT crews performed road work in Cedar Rapids on October 13, 2026.
- A farm was featured by Al Roker in 2014 and uses a design from Cedar Rapids Kernels.
- The city plans to build a new sculpture park on Mays Island in Cedar Rapids.
- A pro-life group campaigned for Republican candidate Ashley Hinson in Cedar Rapids.
- Jefferson High School in Cedar Rapids implemented a new Freshman Academy program.
- Mercy Medical Center is operational in the state of Indiana, with ties to Cedar Rapids.
September 2026
23 events- Jen Neumann serves as school board president while Tawana Lannin continues as superintendent of the Cedar Rapids Community School District.
- The Cedar River rose above 20 feet in Cedar Rapids, prompting local discussion on flood protection measures.
- Flood protection system in Cedar Rapids failed despite a $50M investment.
- A foundation is joining the Give Like Dolly Day event and operating in Cedar Rapids, where it functions as a library foundation.
- An analyst has commented on local election trends in Cedar Rapids.
- Heavy rainfall caused damage to homes and businesses in Cedar Rapids and Marion.
- Honor Flight committee is based in the Eastern Iowa region, including Cedar Rapids.
- Heavy rains caused Indian Creek to overflow, leading to flash flooding and trail closures in Cedar Rapids.
- ServiceMaster Clean is responding to water damage in the Cedar Rapids area.
- Updates include an annual conference at Drake University, a proposed Morgan Valley plant in western Linn County, and a Planning and Zoning Committee meeting in Cedar Rapids.
- Workers at Novolex Holdings LLC walked off their jobs and protested wage and benefit demands while Apollo Global Management backed a major merger deal.
- Scott Ourth served as Polk County's director of general services, and David Dostal served as Cedar Rapids police chief.
- Van Buren Elementary School is located in Linn County, and Cedar Rapids is the seat of Linn County.
- Cedar Rapids and Iowa City are competing for state housing tax credits.
- Coe College announced a tuition reset strategy in Cedar Rapids.
- Prairie High School utilizes a new facility in Cedar Rapids.
- Hunter Baldus and Amy Aossey relocated to Cedar Rapids, Iowa, from Colorado and Phoenix, respectively.
- Olson will display work in Cedar Rapids library, and Marion hired a Michigan-based consulting firm.
- Ashley Hinson's political seat is facing a challenge from a candidate based in Clear Lake, which falls within her district including Cedar Rapids.
- Des Moines and Cedar Rapids launched veteran Stand Downs to assist veterans who served in Vietnam.
- A campaign rally was held in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, on September 1, 2026.
- A promoter based in Cedar Rapids is supporting local culture by bringing music from various locations across the Midwest.
- Cedar Rapids was ranked highly in an inaugural list of Best Cities for Work by Indeed.
August 2026
13 events- City council in Cedar Rapids initiates eminent domain proceedings based on river flood history.
- Hospitality industry leaders and businesses are located in a city in Iowa.
- An event is taking place in Downtown Cedar Rapids.
- Iowa state agency enforces care standards and proposes fines for quality-of-care violations at local healthcare centers.
- A mural is displayed in downtown Cedar Rapids.
- An event center is situated in the city of Cedar Rapids, which is located in the state of Iowa.
- Google is expanding its presence in Iowa, building a new campus in Cedar Rapids and establishing data centers in Council Bluffs.
- Cedar Rapids City Council approved funding for local business services.
- Google's data center in Cedar Rapids is facing local pressure to change its water usage methods due to resource strain.
- The county seat is in the city of Cedar Rapids, and the local landfill is now receiving waste from the operational data center of Google.
- In Iowa, Trump's plan to increase foreign beef imports is being discussed alongside local council considerations of flood control projects in Cedar Rapids.
- A plant is operating in the area of Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
- Linn County affirmed the EMS election, and the county seat is located in Cedar Rapids.
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July 2026
4 events- Alliant Energy, led by Dennis Jordan, is proposing a new energy generation plant in the Cedar Rapids area of Linn County.
- Cedar Rapids leverages state tax incentives for growth and receives community funding from Google.
- Marion is located within Linn County, and Nicolas AbouAssaly serves as the Mayor of Marion.
- A legal case involving Iowa's sexual abuse law, company operations spanning Iowa and Indiana, and a fatal accident in Cedar Rapids.
June 2026
6 events- Candidates are conducting a 'Fighting for Iowa Tour' in Iowa, campaigning in the GOP primary for nomination.
- Severe weather patterns affected the TV9 viewing area in Iowa.
- Severe weather monitoring is underway for the region including Cedar Rapids, Iowa, by the Storm Prediction Center.
- A school operates within the city limits of Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
- Greg Smith served as Fire Chief in Cedar Rapids.
- The article is set in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.