As a first step to repurposing the closed golf course at Jones Park in Cedar Rapids, the city has opened 10-court pickleball complex in the park, 2901 Fruitland Blvd. SW.
Articles Tagged: Cedar Rapids
Federal Government Sep. 14, 2023 5:22 pm787d ago
In an effort to expand equitable access to nature nationwide, U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack came to Cedar Rapids Thursday to announce $6 million toward Cedar Rapids’ effort to reforest the city after the 2020 derecho. The city is among 385 recipients of $1.1 billion toward tree planting.
Music Sep. 14, 2023 6:00 am788d ago
Bella Hristova returning to perform Brahms’ masterful Violin Concerto
Restaurants Sep. 14, 2023 5:45 am788d ago
El Viejo 2, part of the
Things To Do Sep. 14, 2023 5:45 am788d ago
Indie dramatic thriller shot on Eastern Iowa locations
Local Government Oct. 19, 2023 1:27 pm753d ago
The city of Cedar Rapids will become an anchor tenant of Alliant Energy’s Community Solar Garden with the City Council’s approval Tuesday of purchasing 900 solar blocks.
Local Government Oct. 19, 2023 4:09 pm752d ago
Work remains underway to transform a once-vacant office building in Wellington Heights into affordable housing units. The building, now known as “The Heights,” is slated to be turned over to a nonprofit to own and maintain next March.
Restaurants Sep. 12, 2023 12:41 pm790d ago
Four women in Corridor businesses have been named to the Iowa Restaurant Association’s annual list of 40 Women to Watch in Hospitality.
Local Government Sep. 11, 2023 7:15 pm790d ago
The lawsuit over Alissa Van Sloten’s 2021 appointment as city clerk by the Cedar Rapids City Council is one of several lawsuits Bob Teig, of Cedar Rapids, has filed against city officials.
Local Government Sep. 11, 2023 6:00 am791d ago
Also, Cedar Rapids recently purchased a remote-controlled mower that will help it mow hard-to-reach areas near the city’s permanent flood control system.
Weather Sep. 10, 2023 5:30 am792d ago
In a changing climate, when extreme heat spells may come more frequently, no air conditioning could be problematic.
By Steve Gravelle, - correspondent
Business News Sep. 10, 2023 5:00 am792d ago
LL Pelling, with 225 employees, still mainly a family business
Local Government Sep. 8, 2023 5:30 am794d ago
To activate Third Street SE – a key connection between downtown and the New Bohemia District – a consultant says it’ll take support from the private sector coupled with public investment to make any true transformation.
Things To Do Sep. 7, 2023 6:30 am795d ago
Comedian stepping into Alliant Energy PowerHouse spotlight
Music Sep. 7, 2023 6:15 am795d ago
‘Drops of Jupiter’ band touring with new music from ‘AM Gold’ album

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