Gutschmidt Properties is working over the next two years to transform a blighted block into “Rainbow Road,” a string of 10 houses on M Street SW that will be painted in the colors of the rainbow to represent LGBTQ inclusion.
Articles Tagged: Cedar Rapids
Books Jul. 15, 2022 10:41 pm1260d ago
Former Gazette columnist Shirley Ruedy’s new book, “Finally a Manual on How to Handle Cancer,” addresses cancer on an emotional level.
Salaries Apr. 12, 2024 2:54 pm624d ago
Browse, sort or search City of Cedar Rapids employee salaries for fiscal year 2021
Community Jul. 14, 2022 11:03 am1262d ago
Two Maryland artists have worked on two murals in Cedar Rapids’ Time Check neighborhood, beautifying one of the areas in town that was hit hardest by the 2008 flood.
Music Jul. 13, 2022 6:00 am1263d ago
Daughtry, 42, is the third most successful ‘American Idol’ contestant in terms of album sales and he’s always been a solid draw on the road.
Music Jul. 13, 2022 6:00 am1263d ago
Parody master bringing more obscure material to sold-out Cedar Rapids show
Theater Jul. 13, 2022 6:00 am1263d ago
Theatre Cedar Rapids creates fun for all ages in outdoor summer show.
Crime & Courts Jul. 12, 2022 2:44 pm1264d ago
The Black Hawk County Attorney’s Office is reviewing an investigation into the circumstances of how a pedestrian was injured as a truck drove forward as protesters crossed the street during a rally for abortion rights last month in Cedar Rapids. Linn County prosecutors didn’t review the case because at least one member of the office was at the scene and could possibly be a witness, Black Hawk County Attorney Brian Williams said.
Energy Dec. 1, 2022 8:23 am1122d ago
Construction on a community solar garden in Cedar Rapids started this summer with an estimated completion of late next summer.
Restaurants Jul. 12, 2022 6:15 am1264d ago
The new standalone concept is slated to open Sept. 1.
Local Government Jul. 12, 2022 6:00 am1264d ago
The city of Cedar Rapids plans to purchase a building for $2.5 million from United Fire Group to free up room at the police station and create more space for staff.
Restaurants Sep. 12, 2022 12:46 pm1202d ago
While there are no peppers, there are plenty of pickles at Peter Piper’s, a new shop that opened July 1 in NewBo City Market.
News Jul. 10, 2022 6:00 am1266d ago
Francis Riley remembered for love of country and family
Local Government Jul. 10, 2022 6:00 am1266d ago
Benefiting from an influx of federal cash as well as state and local funding streams, Cedar Rapids is accelerating construction of its $750 million permanent flood control system with around $50 million in projects on both sides of the Cedar River this year.
News Jul. 10, 2022 2:14 pm1266d ago
CR Pride extended the hours of the fest and added a new speaker series, including LGBTQ discussion topics and current events.

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