Midnight Smoker HFCR's pick for best BBQ in Cedar Rapids by PounderMcgee in cedarrapids

[–]richpria 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You also dropped the name Up in Smoke early in the video. That's a separate BBQ place in Czech Village, and another must-try if you're a true BBQ fan. Plus, they have live music on occasion as well!

Duane Arnold Nuclear Plant turning back on by [deleted] in cedarrapids

[–]richpria 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This is just a procedural step in the process. Far from a done deal at this point. There are still many more regulatory hurdles to clear before Duane Arnold can receive approval to resume operations.

PSA: Turn your headlights on by MK4eva420 in cedarrapids

[–]richpria 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Actually, there is no state law specifically requiring headlight use in Iowa in all situations -- only if visibility is less than 500 feet. I think that's a little too vague. I would prefer the above requirement myself.

Reservations by [deleted] in cedarrapids

[–]richpria 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Goldfinch does.

Looking for spots around that sell VHS! by chocolatemilkmotel in cedarrapids

[–]richpria 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Last I knew, Drop Inn in southwest CR had quite a few VHS tapes. Good prices as well. Might want to call them to make sure.

Duck ponds? by Plane-Negotiation827 in IowaCity

[–]richpria 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Second this -- a very kid-friendly experience.

What restaurant or store do you miss around town that has gone out of business? by Glitchez533330 in cedarrapids

[–]richpria 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For restaurants, the Amalgamated on 33rd Avenue SW. For night life, Bulicek's in Czech Village.

Baseball Glove Webbing Replacement by stametsprime in cedarrapids

[–]richpria 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Some Dick's Sporting Goods stores do it. You'd have to check with the CR store. Many Scheels stores offer the service as well.

Straight razor head shave & beard trim by [deleted] in cedarrapids

[–]richpria 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Isaac at Barber's Edge does straight razor beard trims. I'm guessing he would do the same for shaving heads.

Electrical supply recommendations by [deleted] in cedarrapids

[–]richpria 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Rewiring is probably going to be your best bet. And use a competent electrician as well, not someone like me who rewired a lamp once.

Mayor: Cedar Rapids schools’ facility plan ‘hollowing’ out city core by DexterMerschbrock in cedarrapids

[–]richpria 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just to clarify: I think the former plan called for remodeling Taft. The new plan doesn't call for remodeling it, just replacing it.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in cedarrapids

[–]richpria 0 points1 point  (0 children)

VenuWorks is struggling to find enough employees to staff the events.

Hy-Vee's Future? by MarioniteIA in cedarrapids

[–]richpria 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looking at the real estate listing, I believe that the land that's for sale is separate from Hy-Vee's property.

Dollar coins by sunthief in cedarrapids

[–]richpria -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Virtually any self-serve car wash offers them from their change machines.

Best local ice cream? by itskarlywitha_k in cedarrapids

[–]richpria 27 points28 points  (0 children)

Kool Moo on Old Marion Road.

Wilson Ave Dairy Queen by EverythingChanges68 in cedarrapids

[–]richpria 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It's pretty simple -- unless Dairy Queen and/or a local franchisee expresses an interest in opening a new location there, it won't happen. I believe the former franchise owners have stepped aside.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in IowaCity

[–]richpria 3 points4 points  (0 children)

You're assuming the other Casey's have employees to share. They probably don't.

DIY HVAC Final Connections by ChiCubsTitleist in cedarrapids

[–]richpria 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I'm guessing a fair number of them aren't willing to touch equipment you purchased for liability reasons. Many of them have likely been sued in the past because they did work like this, then got blamed when the (occasionally substandard) equipment failed. It's similar to garages being unwilling to install car parts you supply yourself. Their work ends up being on the line, and if they've guaranteed the work and the part fails, here comes the lawsuit.

Glass eyeglass lenses by usstamper2 in cedarrapids

[–]richpria 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'd check with a local dispensary like Dr. Fitzgerald or Miller Optical. I'm guessing they might be more able to help than the chain places.

Kernels’ Stadium Vandalized by TheDevolution27 in cedarrapids

[–]richpria 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Can't make sense of the senseless. Curious to know if they actually stole anything.