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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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
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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
Earlier this month
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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
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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
One to three months ago
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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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City liability in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, was judged under Iowa law.Some support1 report
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News at the entities that move Cedar Rapids most-
Linn County StructuralAtkins City Administrator Scott Flory is involved in an objection to a proposed Alliant Energy gas project near Fairfax and Linn County.Moves Cedar Rapids
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city council StructuralSchenectady City Council is considering a tax increase to address budget gaps and fund city services.Moves Cedar Rapids
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Iowa StructuralSioux County council is reviewing potential data center development and preparing final readings of related ordinances.Moves Cedar Rapids
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civil service commission StructuralThe Bangsamoro Transition Authority is leading a new phase of the transition, with the Civil Service Commission overseeing fund allocations.Moves Cedar Rapids
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Marion OperationalEarly voting is underway in multiple counties, including Alachua, Marion, Bradford, and Union.Moves Cedar Rapids
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Chris Wright OperationalSecretary Chris Wright announced grid upgrades in Virginia, which will increase electricity supply, with Appalachian Power operating the system.Moves Cedar Rapids
Connections
The 40 strongest of 190, 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 the state of Iowa, operating under its 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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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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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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Fairfax Operational
Operational link where Cedar Rapids construction impacts the residents of Fairfax.
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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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Prairie High School Operational
The school district utilizes a facility located within the city limits.
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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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Webber Shared context
Webber operates in Cedar Rapids by performing in the annual PrideFest parade.
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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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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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Army Operational
The Army is conducting system integration work within the geographical boundaries 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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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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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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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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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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Peoria Mentioned together
Peoria and Cedar Rapids are compared in the context of urban issues.
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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
13 events- 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
14 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.
- City liability in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, was judged under Iowa law.
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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.