Cedar Rapids.
city in and seat of Linn County, Iowa, United States
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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Hospitality industry leaders and businesses are located in a city in Iowa.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Restaurants are opening in the corridor between Cedar Rapids and Dubuque.Some support1 report
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Cedar Rapids city switched its ALPR services from Flock Safety to Axon on November 10.Some support1 report
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A museum in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, is attracting visitors interested in Czech and Slovak heritage.Some support1 report
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Brent Smith was named the Chief of the Cedar Rapids Fire Department (CRFD).Some support1 report
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Local updates in Cedar Rapids include a casino manager, bank CEO, and plans to reach out to Linn County schools.Some support1 report
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Todd Taylor, Linn County Auditor, plans a new location in Cedar Rapids while Paul Pate reflects on Iowa's statewide voting trends.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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City council in Cedar Rapids approved items for payroll reduction on November 3rd.Some support1 report
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BrightStar Care provides care services in the city of Cedar Rapids.Some support1 report
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Commercial real estate markets are noted in Port Arthur and Cedar Rapids, while Amos Luzon gains control of a BVI-based company and Buffalo reports on a Hamburg mall sale.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 supported9 reports5 developments inside
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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
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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
One to three months ago
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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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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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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
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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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What's reaching Cedar Rapids
Events traced to Cedar Rapids, step by step, newest first- Acquisition of Mercy Medical Center may change Cedar Rapids healthcareThe acquisition of Mercy Medical Center may change healthcare operations in Cedar RapidsPossible
- New Bankers Trust office may boost Cedar Rapids' local economyNew Bankers Trust office may boost Cedar Rapids' local economyPossible
Explainers that pass through Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids is a step on the way to someone else- How could the museum attracting heritage visitors affect Tiffany O'Donnell?Increased tourism revenue may strengthen Cedar Rapids' financial position.Possible
- New ownership of Cedar Rapids mall may affect Linn CountyNew ownership of major Cedar Rapids mall could affect Linn County's economic basePossible
- Iowa's aerospace hub may boost RTX's regional opportunitiesRTX may benefit from the growth of Iowa's aerospace and defense hubPossible
Around Cedar Rapids this week
News at the entities that move Cedar Rapids most-
PepsiCo StructuralPepsiCo is exploring packaging innovation for its global brands.Moves Cedar Rapids
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city council StructuralJoshua Katz advised on annexation and development agreements on October 29, 2026.Moves Cedar Rapids
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Flock Safety OperationalAntelope County is investigating the use of Flock Safety camera systems for law enforcement purposes.Moves Cedar Rapids
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Marion OperationalA property located in Smyth County was determined to be outside the town limits of Marion.Moves Cedar Rapids
Connections
The 40 strongest of 208, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
PepsiCo Structural
PepsiCo maintains a physical plant and owns a Quaker Oats facility located in Cedar Rapids.
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Linn County Structural
Cedar Rapids serves as the administrative county seat and provides essential services for Linn County.
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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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Tiffany O'Donnell Structural
Tiffany O'Donnell holds the formal office of Mayor within the city of Cedar Rapids.
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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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Flock Safety Operational
Flock Safety provided ALPR services to Cedar Rapids, which is currently evaluating switching to a competitor.
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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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Des Moines Operational
The two cities are functionally linked through shared regional political action, mutual competition for resources, and shared exposure to external risks.
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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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Stow Structural
Stow serves as the executive director for an organization associated with Cedar Rapids.
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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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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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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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Iowa City Operational
The two cities are actively interacting, competing for state housing tax credits, and experiencing mutual influence.
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IWF Transactional
IWF provides financial support and grants to organizations 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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Webber Shared context
Webber operates in Cedar Rapids by performing in the annual PrideFest parade.
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Prairie High School Operational
The school district utilizes a facility located within the city limits.
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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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Army Operational
The Army is conducting system integration work within the geographical boundaries of Cedar Rapids.
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Paul Pate Structural
Paul Pate served as the former mayor 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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Cedar River Operational
Cedar Rapids is investing in infrastructure to manage flood control related to Cedar River.
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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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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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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.
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Port Arthur Mentioned together
Both Port Arthur and Cedar Rapids are characterized as commercial real estate markets.
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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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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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Donald Trump Shared context
Donald Trump conducts political campaigning and rallies within the geographical context of Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
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Alliant Shared context
Alliant has planned operational facilities within the geographical context of Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
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Daniel Shared context
Daniel leads a company that maintains property within the city of Cedar Rapids.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
7 events- Restaurants are opening in the corridor between Cedar Rapids and Dubuque.
- Cedar Rapids city switched its ALPR services from Flock Safety to Axon on November 10.
- A museum in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, is attracting visitors interested in Czech and Slovak heritage.
- Brent Smith was named the Chief of the Cedar Rapids Fire Department (CRFD).
- Local updates in Cedar Rapids include a casino manager, bank CEO, and plans to reach out to Linn County schools.
- Todd Taylor, Linn County Auditor, plans a new location in Cedar Rapids while Paul Pate reflects on Iowa's statewide voting trends.
- City council in Cedar Rapids approved items for payroll reduction on November 3rd.
October 2026
16 events- BrightStar Care provides care services in the city of Cedar Rapids.
- Commercial real estate markets are noted in Port Arthur and Cedar Rapids, while Amos Luzon gains control of a BVI-based company and Buffalo reports on a Hamburg mall sale.
- 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.
Show 3 earlier months
August 2026
7 events- Hospitality industry leaders and businesses are located in a city in Iowa.
- City council in Cedar Rapids initiates eminent domain proceedings based on river flood history.
- 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.
July 2026
2 eventsJune 2026
5 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.