Daily editionThursday, June 18th, 2026
Good morning, Cedar Falls.
The Good Day Cedar Falls Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 18th of June.
Education
EdvantageUNI is set to become a centralized hub for professional learning and educational support for teachers, families, and school districts in Cedar Falls.
The new center will offer courses and resources aimed at boosting continuous learning (details forthcoming).
Waterloo-Cedar Falls CourierRead more
The Board of Regents approved the creation of the University of Northern Iowa Development Corporation to support strategic school initiatives.
The nonprofit will help guide future development efforts in Cedar Falls.
Waterloo-Cedar Falls CourierRead more
The Iowa Board of Regents approved design plans and a $33.2 million budget for renovating the University of Northern Iowa Commons today.
Officials will finalize construction details soon to boost campus amenities.
Waterloo-Cedar Falls CourierRead more
Government
Black Hawk County Supervisors approved a proclamation recognizing Juneteenth as a county holiday and highlighted the 31st annual celebration scheduled for June 19 — 21 in the county.
Waterloo-Cedar Falls CourierRead more
Sports
Local players earned top honors as Waverly-Shell Rock’s Anaka and Addie Ott and Denver’s Addy Shepard, Bailey, and Grace Mullihan were named to the All State soccer teams on Wednesday, June 17 by the Iowa Girls Coaches Association.
The awards spotlight talented area athletes.
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Yesterday evening, Y99.3 broadcast high school softball as the 11–1 Clarksville Indians hosted the 5–6 BCLUW Comets locally.
Pregame (6:45) led to the first pitch (7:00).
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Cedar Falls Events
Bands and Brews
Friday, June 19th, 2026 · 6-9 p.m. — River Place Plaza — $25 for beer tasting — Enjoy live music and craft beer from over 20 local Iowa breweries supporting Iowa Public Radio.
Duck Dash 5K Run/Walk & Kid's Fun Run
Saturday, July 18th, 2026 · 7:30 AM — Cedar Falls Paw Park — Entry fee required — A fun-filled morning of racing and family activities supporting the Healthiest State Initiative.