Daily editionSaturday, April 5th, 2025
Good morning, Cedar Falls.
The Good Day Cedar Falls Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of April.
Community
The Northeast Iowa Food Bank in Waterloo is expanding its facility with a $14 million project that will add a new pantry, offices and a loading dock to double its storage capacity and serve 4,000 people monthly.
The expansion—designed to better manage perishable donations and ease crowding—will finish by December 2026.
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Sports
RAGBRAI has released its official route for this summer’s bike ride, which for the first time will leave Iowa as it travels from Orange City to Guttenberg.
On Day 5, the ride will move from Iowa Falls to Cedar Falls through Aplington, Parkersburg and New Hartford, and on Day 6 from Cedar Falls to Oelwein through Dunkerton and Fairbank—its Day 2 stage will cross into Minnesota; the event runs from July 19th to 26th.
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Cedar Falls Events
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.