September has arrived with a hot-humid Summer Day in Cedar Rapids

We welcome the month of September and my wife's birthday on September 1St. The College Football season is kicking off today in the college ranks and a week from today we will either tune into our President on the issue of Jobs or the kickoff of NFL Football with the Packers vs. the Saints.

How the first eight months of year have flown by this year. The Summer is winding down as we approach Labor Day weekend, with Autumn arriving soon. For the latest weather information in the Cedar Rapids area ... KCRG WxNow - which was just released!

We have some rental properties coming available at the end of September. Can we interest you in a new property? We have had several calls recently from property owners that may be looking to place their properties on the market for rent. You can find our application [PDF} on our web site.

Celebrations during the month of September (help from our local Civil Rights newsletter and other sources):

• Ganesh Chaturthi (Hinduism), Sept. 1



• World War II Began in 1938, Sept. 1



• V-J Day in 1945, Sept. 2



• Iowa vs. Tennessee State in College Football, Sept. 3



• Labor Day, Sept. 5



• Iowa at Iowa State in College Football, Sept. 10



• Patriot Day, Sept. 11



• 10 year anniversary of 9/11, Sept. 11



• Grandparents Day, Sept. 11



• National Pet Memorial Day, Sept. 11



• Mexican Independence Day, Sept. 16



• POW/MIA Recognition Day, Sept. 16



• Iowa vs. Pittsburgh in College Football, Sept. 17



• Oktoberfest Begins, Sept. 17



• National Women’s Friendship Day, Sept. 18



• International Day of Peace, Sept. 21



• World Gratitude Day, Sept. 21



• Native American Day, Sept. 23



• Autumnal Equinox, Sept. 23



• Iowa vs. Louisiana-Monroe in College Football, Sept. 24



• Rosh Hashanah (Judaism) Sept. 28 (sundown) - Sept. 30



• Durga Puja (Hinduism), Sept. 28 begins a ten-day festival honoring Goddess Durga
  

We want to wish everyone a safe and enjoyable September. Be careful out there, school is back on and children may be tough to see. Let us know, if we can be of service to you. Visit us by e-mail, telephone or by making an appointment and visiting with us face to face!

ttrco

January 15, 2009 - It's Cold in Cedar Rapids and Iowa today

Wind Chill Warning in effect today per KCRG-TV.

We heard we hit the record -22 degrees below zero overnight and our wind chill was -51. We have heard about even lower numbers.

Take care outside and make sure you cover your skin, if you are walking the dog, snow blowing or outside for even a short period of time.

We have houses for rent in the Cedar Rapids and Marion area currently. Looking for a 2 bedroom, 3 bedroom or 4 bedroom? Rents from $525.00 per month to $1,650.00 per month.

ttrco

January 14, 2009: New Listing - Executive home in SW Cedar Rapids

3420 Falcon View Road SW - This four bedroom two story house, with 2.5 baths and attached two stall garage is available for rent in February 2009. We invite you to take a closer look at this lovely home. Rent is $1,650 per month.

Contact Robin Tucker by e-mail or by telephone at 1-319-365-6956 or 1-800-332-5204.

Today's news:

Plenty of Snow in Cedar Rapids, with 7.5" unofficially per KCRG-TV 9. Information on Cedar Rapids and surrounding area.

Cedar Rapids Community Schools announce make-up days for school cancellations, including today.

We invite you to take a closer look at the above property. Your comments are always welcomed.

ttrco

Are you prepared for Winter Storms?

Today, is a good day to consider Winter Storm Preparedness:

The Red Cross recommends everyone prepare for severe weather conditions in the following ways: See Link.

A comment from Grant Wood American Red Cross today on twitter: gwredcross icy roads + no power = Shelter in your home! Find tips at grantwood-redcross.org

Update from KCRG on the Winter Storm Alert.

Update from the Gazette Online on the Winter Storm Alert.

Looking for a Rental House or House for Sale? Need new shelter as a house? If so, please contact Tommy Tucker Realty Co.

ttrco