Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of June.
Good morning, Cedar Falls.
🚨 Crime
A woman accused of shooting her husband in Cedar Falls argued self-defense and requested a bond reduction—no trial date has been set yet.
🎭 Culture
Today, the James & Meryl Hearst Center for the Arts in Cedar Falls welcomed Cory Hurless, Cultural Programs Supervisor, and Sheri Huber-Otting, Programs Coordinator, as they prepare to launch Make Music Cedar Falls—a free, all-day live music event inspired by France’s Fête de la Musique that will fill downtown parks & plazas on June 21.
🎓 Education
Nearly 4,600 area students earned degrees from Iowa State University in May as members of the 2025 graduating class.
🏛️ Government
The Cedar Falls City Council approved a master plan change for an addiction recovery center proposal+ the amendment will guide future steps in developing the project.
🎉 Cedar Falls Events
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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.
Cedar Valley Junior Tour Championship
— Pheasant Ridge Golf Course — Competitive golfing event focusing on player skill development in Cedar Falls.
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.
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.
Memory Circle Gathering
2 p.m. — Cedar Falls Community Center — Free entry — Connect with others for companionship and enrichment in a supportive environment for individuals with dementia.
Breakthrough Basketball Essential Skills Camp
9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — FIT Courts — Limited spots available — Improve your basketball skills and confidence with high-intensity drills over three days.
Pheasant Ridge Junior Golf Event
All day — Pheasant Ridge Golf Course — Registration required — Participate in a Birdie Point event and enjoy a day of competitive junior golf.
On-Site Tour at Bickford of Cedar Falls
9 AM - 7 PM — Bickford of Cedar Falls — Free entry — Discover the vibrant senior living community with top-rated care and engaging activities.
🏠 Cedar Falls Real Estate
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💼 Cedar Falls Job Board
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📣 Cedar Falls Announcements
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