Good Day
Cedar Falls
Thursday, June 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Cedar Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of June.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Cedar Falls will host Coffee with the City events this summer—on Tuesday, June 17 at Hurts Donut, Friday, July 18 at Sarah’s Espresso Café, and Wednesday, August 27 at Hurts Donut—to give residents a chance to meet City Administrator Ron Gaines, Mayor Danny Laudick, and staff to ask about city projects. Hurts Donut will serve a free cup of House Coffee at their event. City of Cedar Falls
- ➤ The Cedar Falls Historic Preservation Commission finished a street-side survey of Overman Park properties with help from volunteers and a professional consultant funded by the Iowa State Historic Preservation Office and National Park Service. The Commission will share its findings and discuss next steps at a public event on June 17 at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall (220 Clay Street) in the Council Chambers Foyer. City of Cedar Falls
- ➤ Workers resumed work on the Bremer Avenue Bridge on Monday by entering the Cedar River to pour concrete today — DOT Field Service Coordinator Pete Hjelmstad said horizontal beams will start in a couple months and the project is set to finish by November 28th. Y99.3
SEASONAL NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR One of our top fall decor picks is this true-to-life fall foliage garland. It’s perfect for staircases, mantles, door frames, and more. The Buy
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Waverly-Shell Rock’s Boys State Team Tennis lost to Sergeant Bluff-Luton 5-0 in the quarterfinals on Tuesday—ending their season. Y99.3
- ➤ Luther College is leaving the American Rivers Conference after 103 years — the college will join the Midwest Conference this upcoming school year. Y99.3
- ➤ On Tuesday, Y99.3 reported that the top-ranked Denver girls soccer team beat Underwood 5-3 with Kenzie Snyder scoring two goals and three teammates scoring one each— the team will face NICL member Hudson in the semifinals at noon today. Y99.3
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John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum 5K
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.
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I Am He Said - A Neil Diamond Celebration
7-8:30 p.m. — Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center — $ — Celebrate the music of Neil Diamond with Matt Vee and his talented family band.
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Quantumverse Summer Camp
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.
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Hometown Half Marathon, 10K and 5K
7-10 a.m. — Blain's Farm & Fleet — Registration fees apply — Participate in a family-friendly running event featuring custom medals and designer swag.
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Cedar Valley Junior Tour Championship
— Pheasant Ridge Golf Course — Competitive golfing event focusing on player skill development in Cedar Falls.
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Iowa Reading Association Reading Conference
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.
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Cedar Basin Music Festival
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.
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Falling for Fall: Our Favorite Early Autumn Decor Picks
Psst. Is it too soon to say…boo? Look away, summer fans. If you’re ready for fall, read on for our top decor picks:
- This true-to-life fall foliage garland is perfect for staircases, mantles, door frames, and more.
- Add these pumpkin-shaped “Hello Fall” coasters to your dinner table or coffee bar.
- Pet + autumn lovers, this embroidered ”Happy Pawtumn” hand towel may be your favorite find of the season.
- Sprinkle these cute ceramic ghosts around the house for an understated nod to Halloween.
- Create a beautiful autumnal tablescape with this burlap runner + best-selling set of assorted mini pumpkins, leaves, and acorns.
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