Daily editionTuesday, June 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Cedar Falls.
The Good Day Cedar Falls Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of June.
Community
RAGBRAI® and select volunteers will take part in the annual Route Inspection Pre-Ride, stopping overnight in Cedar Falls on June 5 from 3:30-5 p.m.—media may join for interviews with local and statewide planners although the event is not open to the public.
The pre-ride runs from June 1-7 as part of the run-up to the July 24 overnight stop.
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Government
The Cedar Falls city cemetery team completed a new columbarium at Greenwood Cemetery this past year that features 48 niches designed to hold two cremains each as part of a three-phase project.
The project also added a shelter for remembrance services, new fencing, and updated landscaping, and community members can call the Parks-Cemetery Division (319) 415-1911 for more information.
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Health
Gov. Reynolds is weighing whether to sign Senate File 383 that would limit pharmacy benefit managers + curb hidden pricing practices that hurt small pharmacies.
Health groups back the bill to protect local drug access while business leaders say the changes may raise costs, and she will decide by June 14.
Waterloo-Cedar Falls CourierRead more
Cedar Falls Events
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.
I Am He Said - A Neil Diamond Celebration
Friday, June 13th, 2025 · 7-8:30 p.m. — Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center — $ — Celebrate the music of Neil Diamond with Matt Vee and his talented family band.
Quantumverse Summer Camp
Tuesday, June 17th, 2025 · 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Hudson Rd and Greenhill Rd — $50.00 registration fee — Dive into the exciting world of quantum science in this engaging summer camp for teens.
Hometown Half Marathon, 10K and 5K
Saturday, June 21st, 2025 · 7-10 a.m. — Blain's Farm & Fleet — Registration fees apply — Participate in a family-friendly running event featuring custom medals and designer swag.
Cedar Valley Junior Tour Championship
Monday, June 23rd, 2025 · — Pheasant Ridge Golf Course — Competitive golfing event focusing on player skill development in Cedar Falls.
Iowa Reading Association Reading Conference
Tuesday, June 24th, 2025 · 8:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M. — Bien Venu Event Center — Registration required — Attend a two-day conference focused on literacy and education in Cedar Falls.
Cedar Basin Music Festival
Friday, June 27th, 2025 · 4-10 p.m. — 221 W 1st St, Cedar Falls, IA — Free entry — Enjoy a weekend of live music coinciding with the Sturgis Falls Celebration in Cedar Falls.