Articles Tagged: Cedar Rapids

Federal funds will help with tree replanting, generators

Lyla is part sheep dog and part poodle, but all about therapy

The demand for veterinary services in Iowa — and across the country — grew during the pandemic as adoptions and the pet population increased. This demand has outpaced the number of graduating veterinarians, causing strain on a system that was already facing challenges pre-pandemic, various professionals told The Gazette.

The shortage of veterinarians is being felt across the industry, but some clinics — such as specialty and emergency practices — “have been particularly challenged.”

Iowa U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley sat down in Cedar Rapids with law enforcement and a retail leader to discuss how retail theft is enabling the illicit drug trade.

A state board on Thursday awarded a combined $1.3 million toward two CEdar Rapids projects: one that will revitalize Cedar Lake through the grassroots ConnectCR initiative and the other that will renovate the African American Museum of Iowa.

With a whole new menu and a drive-thru, the bakery that gained traction in NewBo City Market has become a bona fide cafe with its new location in Collins Community Credit Union.

New documentary shines light on artist, activist with University of Iowa ties

Red Cedar Chamber Music wrapping up spring concert series in Cedar Rapids, Iowa City

Festival expands entries from home and abroad with FilmFreeway portal

From April 7 to 23, Baltimore-based Bottoms Up Bagels (BUB) will bring its New Jersey-style boiled bagels, spreads, lox and breakfast sandwiches to Cedar Rapids.

Iowa U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst announced she will donate proceeds from her annual motorcycle ride to a Cedar Rapids veterans service and support organization.

Soon, a new franchise will be opening five locations across Iowa for falafel, gyros and Middle Eastern fare.

A recent note on the Korean bap (cooked rice) shop’s social media page said they plan to move into NewBo in June.

Developer Steve Emerson’s redevelopment of the Iowa Building, 211 Fourth Ave. SE, received historic preservation tax credits to create 41 rental units on the upper floors.