Chris Carson
Who is Jamie Lynn Spears?
She is the rising country star coming to the McGrath Ampitheatre for the 4th of July. Her name sounds familiar, but your not sure why. You've heard people say she's Britney's sister, but is that true? Who is Jamie Lynn Spears?
A “Jamgrass” Concert in Cedar Rapids… So What Is “Jamgrass”?
This weekend marks the 2nd of our McGrath Music on the River series, as the group Tallgrass takes the Thomas L. Cardella stage. What's awesome about these concerts, is you get to bring your kids, plus the setting is awesome (the new McGrath Amphitheater), and you have the chance to experience different styles/flavors of music. Last time was reggae, and this time is Jamgrass... which is what exac
How Many Cedar Rapids Streets Will Be Torn Apart This Summer?
Summer means road construction season. And as expected, Cedar Rapids has some major road projects coming up. It's part of the "Paving for Progress" program. So it's a good thing, but also a maddening headache. So what's being ripped up...and when?
Who is Tallgrass? (Other than the band “Jammin on the River” June 14th)
After an amazing "Reggae on the River" show, our McGrath Music on the River series is off to a great start, and continues June 14th with "Jammin on the River" featuring Tallgrass on the TLC Associates stage at the McGrath Amphitheater. Get to know the band before they take stage.
Another Bank Robbery in Cedar Rapids; 5 Over Last 4-5 Weeks
Another bank robbery is Cedar Rapids occurred this afternoon, causing a reported temporary school lock down. Here's what we know, as this troubling trend continues to plague the area.
Is “A Million Ways to Die in the West” Worth Seeing?
Last night was our advanced screening of the new Seth MacFarlane's new flick "A Million Ways to Die In The West." He wrote, directed, and stars in the modern look at a classic western, with an all star cast, and the Seth MacFarlane humor you'd expect. So do it hit the mark, or misfire (like Seth in a classic scene from the movie)?
Ya Mon! “Reggae on the River” was a blast! Check out the gallery!
Thanks to all who came out Saturday night for "Reggae on the River", part of our McGrath Music on the River series. Natty Nation was phenomenal, and everyone was having a great time. Check out this awesome photo gallery, courtesy of Eye Guess Photography and facebook fans...
Pop Goes Reggae: Top Reggae Songs in Pop Music
"Rude" by Magic! is already being flagged as the potential song of the summer, and really it's no surprise, as reggae has spent plenty of time on the pop charts. As we get ready for "Reggae on the River" tomorrow, take this flashback Friday moment to see how many of these reggae infused pop tracks you remember...
Get Ready for “Reggae on the River” with 5 Top Reggae Hits!
We can not wait for "Reggae on the River" this Saturday, part of the McGrath Music on the River Series. Weather looks gorgeous, the jams of Natty Nation will get you grooving, but why wait till Saturday to get in the spirit!
Area students save the CR School District over $285,000 in Green Initiatives!
Big day at the McGrath Amphitheater this afternoon, as a couple hundred area students and adults wearing Green flooded the venue to celebrate the culmination of green initiatives that were happening in our area schools all year.