“Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed,“ originally a children’s book by former “Sesame Street” writer Mo Willems, features a naked mole rat, Wilbur, who decides to wear clothes. That creates an uproar in the mole rat community.
Drummer Chad Butler grew up visiting his uncle’s farm near Cedar Rapids.
Creating a fun, science-focused event for the community to enjoy is one of the many things senior principal engineer, co-founder and co-chair of Community STEM Day Mandy Dodd does to make STEM accessible for all.
A North Liberty father has published his first children’s book, “The Oohs and Ahhs or Parenting,” which was inspired by his parenting journey and is meant to appeal to adults and children alike.
Jacob Blackmon and Courtney Joiner win the Fifth Season 5k race in Cedar Rapids Friday, July 4, 2025.
Parker’s victory arrives less than eight weeks since falling and breaking her right clavicle while jogging, one day after placing third at the USA Track and Field 25-kilometer championships in Grand Rapids, Mich.
For Cedar Rapids personal trainer Peyton Coffin, fitness isn’t just a lifestyle — it’s a mentality. This summer, her determination is on full display with the airing of “American Ninja Warrior.”
Sean “Diddy Combs was convicted of a prostitution-related offense but acquitted Wednesday of sex trafficking and racketeering charges that could have put one of hip-hop’s most celebrated figures behind bars for life.
In its 34th year, the Iowa City Jazz Festival continues to draw acclaimed performers from across the country.
A small town restaurant has earned international recognition as one of the best pizzerias in America.
Friday marks the 40th year since the debut of the Fifth Season Races – home to the longest-tenured eight-kilometer race in the country – and the response has been robust.
Titled “Back Roads and Blue Skies / Paintings and Assemblages,” the Stamats exhibition opens with an artist reception that night at 6:30 p.m. in the uptown Mount Vernon gallery. His 16-piece exhibit runs through Aug. 23.
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