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Wednesday, April 9th, 2025

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Good morning, Cedar Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of April.

CRIME NEWS

  • A 32-year-old convict, Jayvon Sanford II, escaped from the Waterloo Residential Correctional Facility after he failed to return, police said; he was admitted in October and is now wanted for a June 2022 stabbing at the Voodoo Lounge in Cedar Falls that injured a man and a staff member (he is 5 feet, 7 inches tall and weighs about 315 pounds).  Y99.3

CULTURE NEWS

  • The Hearst Center for the Arts will host an art supply swap meet as part of Artisans in the Garden on July 13 from 1:00–3:30 p.m. in Cedar Falls—community members can drop off gently used arts and craft supplies from April 1 through June 30 to trade or donate and support art programs.  City of Cedar Falls

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Cedar Falls earned the 2024 Tree City USA Award, which shows its commitment to managing and preserving trees— the honor was given at the 34th Annual Community Forestry Awards Luncheon in Ankeny on April 3 by the Arbor Day Foundation and Iowa Department of Natural Resources.  City of Cedar Falls

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Beginning tomorrow—April 10, the city-hired contractor will close a part of the eastbound lane on West 20th Street between Merner Avenue and College Street.  City of Cedar Falls

SPORTS NEWS

  • Wartburg athletes Hanah Luellen and Brooke Bloom were honored by the American Rivers Conference — Luellen was named Softball Pitcher of the Week while Bloom was named Women’s Tennis Player of the Week.  Y99.3
  • On Monday night, Waterloo Columbus earned its first season win by defeating Northeast Iowa United 11-1 in the final 7 minutes, with Iggy Hasselbrook and Vincent Pragner each recording hat tricks and additional goals coming from John Novotney, Solomon Thang, and Chiss Hasselbrook. In other matches, Denver boys edged Waterloo East 2-1 while Denver girls beat Union 6-1.  Y99.3
  • On Tuesday night, Waverly-Shell Rock boys soccer was broadcast on KWAY Country as the host Go-Hawks (0-1) faced the Decorah Vikings (0-2-1) with coverage starting at 6:15 and kickoff at 6:30.  Y99.3

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Thu, 4/10/25

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  • 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.

    Sun, 4/13/25

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  • 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.

    Mon, 4/14/25

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  • 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.

    Sat, 4/26/25

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  • DEWALT Days 2025

    12 AM — Blain's Farm & Fleet — Free entry — Discover DEWALT products and expert advice while upgrading your tool collection.

    Wed, 4/30/25

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