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Here’s Why You Don’t Want to Go Swimming at Any Coralville Beaches
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has announced that all beaches at Coralville Lake have recorded E. coli levels exceeding the state safety standards. As a result, swimming is currently not recommended at several locations, including Sugar Bottom Campground Beach, Sugar Bottom Day Use Beach, and West Overlook Day Use Beach. This advisory will remain in effect until further notice.
Popular Cedar Rapids Restaurant Decides to Close Their Doors
There are many choices when it comes to dining in Cedar Rapids. We don't rejoice when one of those options decides to close their doors. In Cedar Rapids, Bo Mac's, at 219 16th Ave SE, a spot known for its hearty meals and warm, welcoming atmosphere, took to Facebook to share the news of its impending closure.
Nearing the end of an era: 75-year-old City Park Pool is closing next month
Generations of swimmers will say goodbye to the City Park Pool in Iowa City when it shutters for the season in early September. The 75-year-old public pool will be closed for the entire 2025 summer season as the city builds a new structure. The Iowa City City Council approved a $18.4 million...
Herky on Parade 3.0 comes to an end during next week's FRYFest celebration
Herky is on the move. The 101 Herky statues scattered across the area will say goodbye next week as the third edition of Herky on Parade comes to a close. Each statue will be gathered and cleaned throughout the week in preparation for a public showcase during FRYFest on Friday, Aug. 30 in...
Iowa Farm Sanctuary sues veterinary center after rescued sheep euthanized
OXFORD, Iowa — A nonprofit that provides a safe haven for farm animals has filed a federal lawsuit against the University of Missouri Veterinary Health Center after the center euthanized sheep that volunteers had rescued. The Oxford-based Iowa Farm Sanctuary, which rescues, rehabilitates, and cares for rescued farm animals,...
Garden Walks with Judy: Herky visits the prairie
On a warm Saturday in July, Herky the Hawk surprised about 75 people by showing up at their blitz. I hope Herky knew what he was getting into. This wasn’t a rush on a quarterback and the field he saw was not neatly mown, but covered with plants and grass that was as...
New Nightclub Opens in Downtown Cedar Rapids
Downtown Cedar Rapids has gone through quite a bit of change over the past few weeks. Restaurants like the Barrel House and the Chophouse have closed up for good, and a new business called CityWalk Eatery is set to open this fall. Now a new nightclub has opened in the...
Governor Kim Reynolds says she won't weigh in on Cedar Rapids' casino plans right now
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — Two years ago, Governor Kim Reynolds signed a two-year moratorium into law restricting any new casinos from being constructed in Iowa. The cap expired at the end of June, leading to Cedar Rapids developers moving forward with applications to Iowa's Gaming and Racing Commission. Some...
Music Column: Iowa City Flute Choir returns for a harmonious fall season
The Iowa City Flute Choir is thrilled to return for our fall semester. The mission of this ensemble is to create performance opportunities for adult flutists of all ages and ability levels while also providing quality musical performances. There are no auditions required to join. If you are looking for a fun and supportive group of musicians to grow with, laugh with, and set new musical goals with, this group is for you. ...
Actor Wade Crosby: Iowa Time Machine August 22, 1905
Iowa Time Machine ⏰: On August 22, 1905, actor Wade Crosby was born in Cedar Rapids. Best known for his roles in Tales of Robin Hood and Westworld, the Iowa-born actor built a successful career during the Golden Age of Hollywood. The son of a prominent Linn County attorney...
Marion's historic Granger House featured in art competition
MARION, Iowa — City leaders and local artists held a ribbon cutting for theGranger House Plein Air Art competition in Marion. The opening event was held on the morning of Friday, Aug. 23. Granger house’s Vicki Noah, Mayor Nicolas AbouAssaly and several organizations like the Marion Chamber of Commerce...
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