Daily editionFriday, April 24th, 2026
Good morning, Cedar Falls.
The Good Day Cedar Falls Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of April.
Community
The Falls Aquatic Center will open May 30 in Cedar Falls for a summer season that runs through Aug. 23.
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Education
A UNI faculty union leader said the Board of Regents' plan to update its policy manual sends a negative message to Iowans.
The comments come as the board works on the policy revisions.
Waterloo-Cedar Falls CourierRead more
Hawkeye Community College will hold its commencement ceremony at 7 p.m. on May 8 at the McLeod Center on the University of Northern Iowa campus.
Waterloo-Cedar Falls CourierRead more
Sports
Thursday night, the 3rd ranked Denver Cyclones hosted the 12th ranked Aplington-Parkersburg Falcons in a girls soccer match on Y99.3, with a pre-match at 5:15 and kickoff at 5:30.
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Iowa beat UNI 21-17 in a wild college softball game on Wednesday in Cedar Falls as UNI rallied 14 runs in the fourth inning after trailing 17-2.
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Cedar Falls Events
Breakthrough Basketball Shooting & Offensive Skills Camp
Saturday, April 25th, 2026 · April 25-26 — FIT COURTS — $97 for observing coaches — Enhance your basketball skills with high-intensity drills focused on shooting and offensive gameplay.
The Texas Tenors Concert
Sunday, April 26th, 2026 · 2-5 p.m. — Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center — Tickets start at $78 — Experience an unforgettable live performance by the acclaimed Texas Tenors.
Staged Strife Fundraiser
Friday, May 22nd, 2026 · 5-8:30 p.m. — Bien Venu Event Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a dinner and a lively game show fundraiser supporting the Cedar Falls Community Theatre.
Cedar Falls Farmers Market
Saturday, May 23rd, 2026 · 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. — Overman Park — Free entry — A vibrant market featuring fresh local produce, baked goods, and community spirit.