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Cedar Rapids community hosts vigil for Sonya Massey after unjustified police shooting
Different advocacy groups in Cedar Rapids came together Friday evening to hold a candlelight vigil for Sonya Massey, who was shot and killed by a county deputy in Springfield, Illinois earlier this month. People gathered at the Wellington Heights Community church to honor Sonya Massey. Like many others, they say...
Iowa's 1st participant in world's toughest horse race bids farewell ahead of Mongolia trip
A big send-off party was held in Central City on Thursday night for Cedar Rapids firefighter Shelby Van Weelden, who is one of about 40 international riders and the first Iowan ever chosen to participate in what some say is the longest and toughest horse race in the world: the Mongol Derby.
IN FOCUS: 7.26.24 A Weekly Update from City Manager Ryan Waller
Construction for the City’s new public safety training facility will soon be underway. The project will include several phases, including the construction of two training structures. The Marion Fire Department and other agencies will use the facility to train on ground fire operations, elevated rescues, victim searches, fire ventilation and more. On Monday, July 29, Abode will begin extensive site grading, along with water main, storm sewer, pavement subbase and foundation work. This stage is expected to take two months, weather permitting. This project is located on City-owned property near the Public Services Maintenance Facility and construction will not impact traffic. The project is partially funded by a $900,000 bequest from Don and Ruth DeVault.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Art in the Park in Cedar Rapids Redmond Park Sunday
CEDAR RAPIDS, IA – The Wellington Heights Neighborhood Association will be holding “Art in the Park” in Redmond Park on Sunday, July 28, 2024, from 11:00 am to 4:00 p.m. The following streets will be closed for the event from 7:00 a.m. (set up begins) until 7:00 p.m. (tear down complete):
CRCSD planning new school buildings at Van Buren and Hoover Elementary, pending approval
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — The Cedar Rapids Community School District is planning to make way for new buildings in place of Van Buren and Hoover Elementary Schools. It's part of the Master Facilities Plan to remodel or rebuild every school in the district by 2040. "I think the teachers...
Five Seasons of Lights holiday installment to return to McGrath Amphitheatre in December
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Five Seasons of Lights is returning to the McGrath Amphitheatre in Cedar Rapids this December. The new tradition started last year and transforms the amphitheatre into a wonderland of holiday lights and displays, organizers said. This year, the event is adding attractions like an 18-foot...
Linn County, Cedar Rapids address homelessness by tapping new Homelessness Systems Manager
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — J’nae Peterman has been tapped as Linn County and Cedar Rapids' new homelessness systems manager. Peterman, who has served as Housing Services Director for Waypoint since 2015, has been serving in this new role since June 25. In this position, Peterman will collaborate with...
Cedar Falls Public Safety K9 to be medically retired
CEDAR FALLS, Iowa (KCRG) - A Cedar Falls Public Safety K9 will find a new line of work after officials say she has stopped responding well to high-pressure situations. City officials said the decision came after a consultation with the trainer and the breeder, who said Boona suffers from extreme canine anxiety.
DNR: Ethanol plant pollution likely harmed public health for years near Shell Rock
The POET facility near Shell Rock produces about 140 million gallons of ethanol each year and other products. (Photo courtesy of Google Earth) An ethanol-producing facility in northeast Iowa expelled excessive pollutants into the air for several years that can cause cancers and other health effects, according to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources.
American Pickers’ Frank Fritz relies on ‘long-term nursing care’ after stroke as conservator demands access to his funds
AMERICAN Pickers star Frank Fritz has been relying on “skilled nursing care” that will be “long-term” two years after he suffered a debilitating stroke. Frank, 60, has been under a conservatorship and guardianship since he suffered a stroke at his Le Claire, Iowa home in July 2022, as he has been in and out of the hospital and rehabilitation.
Vandals paint racist and anti-gay symbols and slurs in NE Iowa
Cedar Falls is fighting a wave of hate speech that’s appearing through graffiti. Several sites along the city’s trails and public infrastructure were spray-painted with swastikas and homophobic slurs this week. Sonja Bock, a member of the Cedar Falls Human Rights Commission, points to the current divisive political...
Heartlanders extend affiliation with Minnesota Wild
CORALVILLE, Iowa (KCRG) - The Iowa Heartlanders on Friday announced a three-year affiliation extension with the NHL’s Minnesota Wild. Under the affiliation agreement, the Heartlanders will continue to serve as a resource for the development efforts and personnel needs of both the Iowa Wild and Minnesota Wild. The agreement allows Wild prospects to be assigned to the Heartlanders for developmental purposes throughout the season.
Lundquist Lawsuit Against Charles City School Board Headed for Trial
The lawsuit filed by former Superintendent Anne Lundquist against all five members of the Charles City School Board appears headed for trial. In April, Lundquist was placed on administrative leave while, according to School Board President David Schrodt, the district investigated allegations that raised “questions about Dr. Lundquist’s fitness for duty and ability to serve as an employee of the Charles City Community School District.”
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