The $1 million Cultivate Hope Corner Store, operated by nonprofit Matthew 25 at 604 Ellis Blvd. NW, has opened with a focus on reduced-cost, healthy food in Time Check. Its mission is to educate residents on nutrition and promote food access.
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Marissa Payne Community Apr. 23, 2022 6:00 am
The $1 million Cultivate Hope Corner Store, operated by nonprofit Matthew 25 at 604 Ellis Blvd. NW, has opened with a focus on reduced-cost, healthy food in Time Check. Its mission is to educate residents on nutrition and promote food access.
Apr. 22, 2022 7:34 pm
Iowa U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley talks about the impact of inflation on food prices during a Cedar Rapids visit Friday.
Community Apr. 22, 2022 10:01 am
The First Methodist Episcopal Church, a historic and iconic feature on Uptown Marion’s horizon that was set to be demolished soon, may be saved after all.
Community Apr. 20, 2022 6:00 am
Being inducted into the Iowa Volunteer Hall of Fame is the most prestigious state-level honor volunteers can receive as recognition of their service to their communities. The induction ceremony is 2:30 p.m. Thursday at the state capitol.
Community Apr. 20, 2022 6:00 am
This Friday, both Jones and Buchanan counties are hosting Earth Day-themed hikes. Registration is recommended for either event.
Community Apr. 20, 2022 6:00 am
After decades of giving, a Cedar Rapids man a has reached the rare milestone of 100 donations. Here’s how you can donate blood to help others, plus get rewarded and also help plant trees.
Community Apr. 20, 2022 6:00 am
The Nassif Community Cancer Center, in partnership with Physicians’ Clinic of Iowa Department of ENT, is offering free screening for oral, head and neck cancers on Monday from 3:30 to 5 p.m. To reserve a spot, call (319) 558-4876.
Community Apr. 20, 2022 6:00 am
The Gary Wicklund Lifetime of Service Award has been named after and awarded to Gary Wicklund of Coralville, who has been an Alzheimer’s Association volunteer since 1977.
Community Apr. 19, 2022 8:07 am
Cedar Rapids and Linn County residents are encouraged to attend to learn more about what will happen after the current Marion landfill and recycling location closes permanently on June 30, 2044.
Community Apr. 19, 2022 6:00 am
The 2022 Camp Courageous Omelet Breakfast and Open House will be on Sunday from 8 a.m. to noon as part of Camp Courageous’ 50-year celebration. Guests also will be able to take guided tours of the camp.
Community Apr. 19, 2022 6:00 am
Mendieta was a performance, video artist, sculptor and painter. She was born in Havana, Cuba, and at age 12, fled Fidel Castro’s Cuba with her sister, Raquelin, who was 15. In 1969, Mendieta earned her B.A. from the University of Iowa, in 1971 an M.A. in painting, and in 1972 an M.F.A. in Intermedia.
Community Apr. 19, 2022 6:00 am
Alliant is working in partnership with Trees Forever to help 33 communities -- including Marion, Hiawatha and Ely -- with grants to plant trees. A total of $120,000 in tree grants are being awarded.
Community Apr. 21, 2022 8:29 pm
About 89 veterans will take the day trip to Washington, D.C., to be honored in ways many have never seen before.
Community Apr. 19, 2022 8:16 am
Together We Achieve’s next drive through food box giveaway event is scheduled for Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Jefferson High School, 1243 20th St. SW, Cedar Rapids. This is a first-come, first-served event and no registration is required.