21 May 2012, 6:14 am
It was another beautiful weekend in Eastern Iowa and two events caught the attention of many: Houby Days in Cedar Rapids and the Marion Arts Festival. Freelance photographer Justin Torner was there. Take a look.... Read More »
17 May 2012, 10:54 am
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa -- United Fire Group, Inc. today announces that five directors were elected to our 12-member board at the annual stockholders' meeting on May 16, 2012.... Read More »
17 May 2012, 5:57 am
Concerts and festivals and fairs, oh my! From country and classical to rock and retro, music will be breezing through Eastern Iowa all summer long. Some concerts are indoors, but lots are outdoors, including three huge events coming to a new setup around May’s Island in downtown Cedar Rapids.... Read More »
15 May 2012, 7:36 pm
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa- It’s been nearly four years since flood water filled the Paramount Theatre causing more than 16 million dollars in damage. Crews have been working since last summer to bring the Theatre back bigger and better.... Read More »
15 May 2012, 3:35 pm
Law enforcement officers stand on railroad tracks behind Dave Wright Subaru on Monday, May 14, 2012, in northeast Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Isaiah Sweet was captured by law enforcement. Sweet is suspected in the deaths of 55-year-old Richard Sweet and his 62-year-old wife, Janet.... Read More »
14 May 2012, 3:39 pm
Isaiah Sweet, 17, was captured shortly after 7 p.m. during a search in northeast Cedar Rapids. Authorities say he drugged and killed his grandparents in Manchester. Teen sought in murders arrested, released just hours before bodies discovered Manchester schools on high alert as police search for tee... Read More »
13 May 2012, 3:58 pm
Law enforcement officers stand on railroad tracks behind Dave Wright Subaru on Monday, May 14, 2012, in northeast Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Isaiah Sweet was captured by law enforcement. Sweet is suspected in the deaths of 55-year-old Richard Sweet and his 62-year-old wife, Janet.... Read More »
3 May 2012, 2:19 pm
Employees of Nesper Sign Co. were busy Thursday installing exterior signs for a Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwich Shop in downtown Cedar Rapids. Jimmy John’s is known for its quick service and fresh ingredients. Read more at HooplaNow.com... Read More »
3 May 2012, 7:04 am
As the office manager at the Cedar Rapids Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, Rebecca Sullens is the first person Eastern Iowans or visitors to the area talk to when they call the CVB. That means she has a unique perspective on the city. http://hooplanow.com/2012/05/03/a-guide-to-being-a-tourist-in-c... Read More »
22 April 2012, 7:23 pm
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa -This summer Cedar Rapids businesses are hoping for a financial boost. Several major events are expected to bring in thousands of people to the city. From early June until late July expect downtown Cedar Rapids to be full of music, events, and food vendors.... Read More »
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