Since adopting their Black son, two white Cedar Rapids parents have faced more criticism and a steeper learning curve than most first-time parents.
116 3rd St SE
Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52401
Since adopting their Black son, two white Cedar Rapids parents have faced more criticism and a steeper learning curve than most first-time parents.
Two murals under construction in downtown Iowa City are meant to provoke conversations about race that the artists hope will inspire others.
We want to hear your stories of new friendships, partnerships or other lasting relationships that began because of the August 2020 derecho
One of the first guidelines of wine tasting is that there are no rules — just suggestions.
Karol Shepherd became the Cedar Rapids Freedom Festival’s events and marketing director just two months before the pandemic shut down the outside world, and ultimately, the 2020 festival. Then she stepped into the executive director position less than two months before the 2021 festival opened.
With every stroke of a brush, every thread of a bobbin and every snap of the shutter, people of color experienced a form of autonomy and freedom many had never known before coming into the Black Liberation Space.
Lovar Davis Kidd of Cedar Rapids moves from national tour of the musical nearly a decade ago to audience member for the new movie version of “In the Heights.”
As a father and a resident of Vinton, Nathan Hesson left his family and hometown brighter than he found them.
French restaurant Chez Grace is simply four tables lit by candles and chef David Zaghloul's charisma.
He will sell the radio station to Sports Director Jim Ecker
Shelby Kurth, a Marion teen with Down syndrome, serves as a role model for more than just those with special needs.
For most of the Czech Village’s history, a kolache was a tasty Czech pastry — until now.
Her mom has dementia. This Mother’s Day, a Cedar Rapids woman is honoring her by being the mom she always looked up to.
Daily Newsletters