Cedar Rapids advances manufacturing, housing and redevelopment projects
Cedar Rapids council actions advanced a Sub-Zero expansion, downtown redevelopment, housing and a logistics facility, with some projects tied to tax incentives.
Cedar Rapids, IA
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Cedar Rapids Fuel Check: Gas and Diesel Both Rise in AAA Update
AAA’s latest Cedar Rapids metro check lists regular gas at $3.847 and diesel at $5.178, while a local Sam’s Club listing shows regular at $3.78.
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Horizon Science Academy Cedar Rapids seeks one-year delay, moving planned opening to August 2027
Concept Schools has asked to delay the planned opening of Horizon Science Academy Cedar Rapids by one year after a proposed facility lease did not move forward.
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Cedar Rapids advances transportation, housing and infrastructure actions from July 28 council meeting
A July 28 Cedar Rapids City Council meeting summary reported seven public hearings involving a proposed logistics facility, housing redevelopment, rezonings and city infrastructure matters. Additional bid hearings were listed for Aug. 11.
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EPA says Cedar Rapids Ralston Superfund remedy remains protective but calls for added controls and PFAS testing
EPA’s fifth five-year review found the Ralston Superfund remedy protective in the short term while recommending additional property controls and continued PFAS sampling.
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Cedar Rapids schedules 2026 Market After Dark for Aug. 29
The Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance has listed Market After Dark for Saturday, Aug. 29, 2026. Event details including hours, vendors and entertainment have not been specified in the available information.
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Cedar Rapids council advances infrastructure and redevelopment actions in July 28 meeting
The Cedar Rapids City Council awarded two infrastructure contracts and advanced three economic-development or redevelopment items at its July 28 meeting, according to a local meeting summary.
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Cedar Rapids schools prepare for August launch of Upper Schools and Academies
Cedar Rapids Community School District plans to launch its Upper Schools and Academies model this month as part of its College and Career Pathways redesign, ahead of the Aug. 25 first full day of school.
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Cedar Rapids advances Caledonia Haulers urban-renewal and TIF package
Cedar Rapids City Council moved forward with hearings and initial actions tied to a proposed transportation and logistics facility at 420-550 French Court SW, but the urban-renewal, tax-increment-financing and development-agreement package still requires further consideration.
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Linn County Public Health announces comprehensive county health assessment
Linn County Public Health has announced a newly released comprehensive survey intended to evaluate the overall health picture in Linn County, including the Cedar Rapids area.
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Cedar Rapids Daily Brief — City Priorities, County Meetings, Winter Travel
Cedar Rapids, IA — February 6, 2026 — City leaders refocus on housing and riverfront plans as slick winter travel lingers and county meetings draw public input.
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Cedar Rapids Restaurant Transitions to New Ownership
Cedar Rapids, IA — February 5, 2026 — Edison’s Eatery has closed, making way for Tuscany Grill, a new Italian and Mediterranean dining experience.
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Cedar Rapids Local News Brief – February 3, 2026
Cedar Rapids, IA — February 3, 2026 — Local news highlights include a new lawsuit challenging the closure of the Iowa City research center and a young basketball team’s progress…
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Cedar Rapids, IA Weather Snapshot – February 1, 2026
7:32 AM · Sunday, February 1, 2026 · Cedar Rapids, IA: 14°F (Cloudy) · Feels like 0°F · Humidity 67% · Wind 11 mph
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Cedar Rapids, IA Local News – January 31, 2026
Cedar Rapids, IA — January 31, 2026 — A federal judge sentenced a Marion financial planner to prison for years of unpaid taxes, despite prior warnings. ([thegazette.com](https:/…
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Cedar Rapids, IA – January 30, 2026 – Local News Update
Cedar Rapids, IA — January 30, 2026 — A car accident near 10th Street Southeast sent a woman to the hospital, and a Marshalltown man was sentenced to over 12 years in federal pr…
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Cedar Rapids, IA — January 29, 2026 — Local News Update
Cedar Rapids, IA — January 29, 2026 — A serious crash on A Avenue NE resulted in multiple injuries and an air ambulance deployment. The incident occurred around 9:28 a.m. on Jan…