Wednesday, January 1st, 2025

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Good morning, Cedar Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Kyle Rasmussen, co-founder of Generational Wealth Partners and city council member, chosen for The Courier's 2024 20 Under 40 for his integrity, community service, and commitment to financial education. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
- ➤ Courier reporter Holly Hudson Hill highlights her favorite stories of 2024, including the opening of Cedar Falls High School, the closure and audit of All-In Grocers, and a widow's push for policy changes after her firefighter husband's death. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
BUSINESS NEWS
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CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 49-year-old man was arrested for a second time in a month for walking down a street intoxicated, carrying a crossbow, sword, knives, and a loudly playing speaker. Y99.3
- ➤ Daniel Embree was convicted of misdemeanor harassment for distributing racist flyers, fined $405, and faces sentencing for related charges in January. Y99.3
- ➤ Shane Mehmen, previously involved in a catalytic converter theft ring, was arrested again for the same crime after police found evidence in a car where he was a passenger. Y99.3
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Cedar Valley Clinical Research in Waterloo is conducting a study on a new medication for early Alzheimer's disease, seeking participants aged 65-80. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
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Time Travel Half-Marathon, 5K, and 10K in Cedar Falls
The Time Travel Half-Marathon, along with 5K and 10K events, offers a family-friendly, themed race experience designed for participants of all ages and skill levels.
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2nd Annual Leader Valley Gala
This formal event at Bien Venu Event Center aims to raise funds for over 12,000 Cedar Valley Leader in Me students, featuring a networking hour, dinner, and an auction.
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Northern Iowa Panthers vs. Oklahoma Sooners Wrestling Match
A wrestling competition featuring the Northern Iowa Panthers taking on the Oklahoma Sooners at the McLeod Center.
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