Good morning, Cedar Falls.

A loud explosion was reported near Becker Elementary in Waterloo early on March 26th from a house on Sager Avenue, a block from the school, that led to a small fire and gas leak—leaving one male victim unaccounted for and 250 homes without power.

Emergency crews responded to a house explosion on Sager Avenue near Becker Elementary School in Waterloo Wednesday morning—residents felt the blast across several miles and 250 lost power while officials investigated the cause.

Cedar Falls Public Safety warns residents of an alleged phone scam in which a caller claiming to be a police officer asserts there are active arrest warrants and demands payment or personal financial information via a kiosk—authorities say police never call to demand payment and advise residents to hang up immediately.

UnityPoint Health-Allen College announced a $3 million expansion of its nursing simulation lab—plans will improve training for future nurses.

Starting Monday, March 31, the City's contractor PCI will begin reconstructing Main Street at the intersection of East 18th and State Street—removing and replacing pavement in phases over about three weeks—requiring intermittent lane closures with alternate traffic routes to maintain business access.

Cedar Falls' Main Street Reconstruction Project is set to resume next week.

On-Site Tour at PrairieStone Senior Living

Explore the highly-rated PrairieStone Senior Living community, known for its nutritious meals and exceptional care for seniors.

Hadestown: A Musical Journey

7-8:30 p.m. — Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center — Check website for ticket prices — Explore a hauntingly beautiful musical that intertwines mythic tales of love and fate.

Hadestown

1-2:30 p.m. — Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the haunting and hopeful musical intertwining the mythic tales of Orpheus, Eurydice, and Hades.

DoNot Stop Half Marathon, 5k/10k

8-11 a.m. — Peter Melendy Park — Entry fees apply — Combine your love for running and donuts in this fun annual race.

Rocky Peter: A Musical Journey

7-8:30 p.m. — Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the inspiring life story and unique sound of Rocky Peter blending reggae, pop, and folk.

Dino Egg Hunt

2-4 p.m. — Waterloo Center for the Arts — Members: $4 | Non-members: $8 — Hunt for dinosaur eggs and paint your own dino while capturing memories with a life-sized dinosaur.

Shop the Basement Book Sale

10 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Donations welcome — Explore a treasure trove of books while supporting Friends of the Library.

Breakthrough Basketball Shooting & Offensive Skills Camp

Two-day camp — FIT COURTS — $97 — Elevate your shooting skills with expert drills and personalized guidance for players looking to excel.