Daily editionThursday, May 8th, 2025
Good morning, Cedar Falls.
The Good Day Cedar Falls Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of May.
Culture
TheatreUNI is presenting 'Timeless Journeys'—a play written and produced by students who gathered imaginative stories from older adults at Western Home Communities.
The free performance opens Friday at 7 p.m. at the Bertha Martin Theatre, with additional showings on May 14 at 7 p.m. and May 16 at 10 a.m. at the Diamond Event Center.
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Government
The Bremer Avenue Bridge replacement is delayed from its planned finish on September 1 to November 28 because problems in construction pushed the timeline back.
Pete Hjelmstad said workers will return to the river by the end of this week or early next week — a change that will affect project schedules — as officials update plans.
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Sports
Tuesday night, the Denver boys soccer team beat Charles City 4-1 — freshman Tarek Knoblock scored twice while Isak Froyum-Roise and Andrea Garello each scored, and the Cyclones moved to a 5-6-1 season record.
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Tuesday in boys golf, Waverly-Shell Rock (the Go-Hawks) competed at Cedar Rapids Country Club and finished 2nd behind Solon with a score of 323.
Tyler Gade (top performer) scored a 78, finishing 3rd.
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Cedar Falls Events
Mental Health Awareness Breakfast
Friday, May 9th, 2025 · 7-9 a.m. — Bien Venu Event Center — Proceeds benefit local mental health services — A powerful event dedicated to supporting mental health in our community.
Virtual Tour for Senior Living
Tuesday, June 3rd, 2025 · 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Online Event — Free entry — Explore the top-rated senior living communities and their exceptional offerings in comfort and care.
John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum 5K
Saturday, June 7th, 2025 · 7:30-10 a.m. — John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum — Check event page for details — Lace up for a community fun run at the iconic John Deere venue.