Letter to the editor: Connect the dots and join the resistance against Flock and...
By Bryan Clark, Dawn Clark, Justin K Comer, Fenek Coney, Katie Dennis, Joseph Dutcher, Will Gunnerson, Leah Otting, Tara McGovern, Alannah Swenka, Ryan Swenka, Bailey Welchhance, Maggie Welchhance and Dan Wohlers. When Ring advertised their new AI-powered Search Party function during the Super Bowl as a solution for...
A Cedar Rapids church saves hundreds on monthly utility costs using solar power
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — Christ Episcopal Church in Cedar Rapids has been generating its own power since installing solar panels in July of 2024. Now almost two years later, church leaders say the results are already making a major impact. “Over this calendar year from last February, because our...
Linn County residents share concerns with data center ordinance as second hearing passes
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - The Linn County Board of Supervisors passed the second reading of a new zoning ordinance designed to regulate future data centers. The ordinance creates a zoning district just for data centers with limits on noise and water use. Once built, data centers could be among...
Bench trial begins Tuesday for Marion man charged with killing 5-year-old son
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (Iowa's News Now) — The bench trial of a Marion man accused of killing his 5-year-old son is set to begin Tuesday in Linn County. Matthew Schleier is charged with first-degree murder after the death of his son Jack in October 2024. Court documents say Schleier...
Eastern Iowa aquifer running dry as demand outpaces supply
JOHNSON CO., Iowa (KCRG) - Growth in North Liberty, Solon, and Tiffin is draining an aquifer faster than it’s being replenished, according to U.S. Geological Survey data presented to concerned residents. About 30 people gathered at the Solon Library to hear researchers break down water level data for the...
Crews respond to grass fire near Cedar Rapids railroad tracks
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Firefighters responded to a grass fire that spread rapidly near railroad tracks in Cedar Rapids Monday. The fire was reported by railroad staff near the train tracks at Wilson Avenue and Rockford Road SW. The fire spread quickly eastward from the railroad tracks, crossing Wilson...
55+ Connections: Week of 2/15/26
This is the 55+ Connections weekly update. If you would like to sign up to get more updates from the city go to northlibertyiowa.org/subscribe. The North Liberty Library will be closed on Monday, February 16 for Presidents Day. City Hall will also be closed. The Rec Center will be open 6 AM – 9 PM. The trash and...
Confidence Looks Good on You
Style can be about clothes, but at Radiant Boutique by Rhi, it’s really about confidence. Owner Rhiannon Ray focuses on personal connections, thoughtful styling, and a belief that shopping should feel celebratory to create a space where women don’t just update their wardrobes, they show up more fully as themselves.
Coralville City Council Rejects Bettendorf Bidder For Rec Center Build
(Coralville, IA) -- The city of Coralville will go back to the drawing board to find a contractor for their planned recreation center. Coralville City Council voted down city staff's recommendation of Russell Construction of Bettendorf over concerns about the bidding process. Some council members say they had issues...
DVIP & RVAP’s 29th Annual Souper Bowl Fundraiser this Week
An annual fundraiser that supports area victim survivors is returning for its 29th year. DVIP & RVAP’s 29th Annual Souper Bowl fundraiser will be this Thursday, February 19th. The Mission of DVIP & RVAP is to provide comprehensive support services to victims of domestic and sexual abuse, dating violence,...

















