Daily editionFriday, April 4th, 2025
Good morning, Cedar Falls.
The Good Day Cedar Falls Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of April.
Culture
Rock enthusiasts will attend the Gem, Mineral & Fossil Show hosted by the Black Hawk Gem & Mineral Society at Waterloo Center for the Arts on Sunday, April 6th.
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Government
Today, Cedar Falls unveiled its initial draft vision statement and five focus areas for the Charting Tomorrow initiative that began in early 2025, drawing on feedback from over 400 community survey responses—resident focus groups and city staff.
Residents can submit their input on the draft until April 25 to help guide city projects for the coming years.
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Starting Monday, April 7, the City's contractor PCI will close the roundabout at West Viking Road and Innovation Drive for installation of truck aprons, splitter island brickwork, and landscaping work linked to the West Viking Road Reconstruction and Trail Project — a detour on South Union Road, University Avenue, Hudson Road, and Production Drive will serve traffic as work lasts one month.
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Sports
The first girls soccer rankings have been released in the KWAY area—Waverly-Shell Rock is number one in 2A and Denver tops in 1A—highlighting strong local performance.
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Cedar Falls Events
Hadestown
Saturday, April 5th, 2025 · 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
Sunday, April 6th, 2025 · 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
Thursday, April 10th, 2025 · 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
Sunday, April 13th, 2025 · 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
Monday, April 14th, 2025 · 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
Saturday, April 26th, 2025 · Two-day camp — FIT COURTS — $97 — Elevate your shooting skills with expert drills and personalized guidance for players looking to excel.
DEWALT Days 2025
Wednesday, April 30th, 2025 · 12 AM — Blain's Farm & Fleet — Free entry — Discover DEWALT products and expert advice while upgrading your tool collection.