Daily editionWednesday, July 9th, 2025
Good morning, Cedar Falls.
The Good Day Cedar Falls Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of July.
Community
City of Cedar Falls is asking volunteers to help as RAGBRAI stops on Thursday, July 24th—helpers will place signage, greet cyclists, assist at shuttle stops, direct RV parking, manage road closures, and clean up litter.
Interested individuals and groups must sign up online by July 16th.
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Government
Mayor Danny Laudick was born in Grand Junction and moved to Cedar Falls as an infant; he earned his Business Economics degree at the University of Northern Iowa and has started local projects (such as Cedar Valley Makerspace and Red Cedar).
He said he ran for office to unite local business and nonprofit groups and bring more opportunity to our community.
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Sports
UNI’s Athletics Hall of Fame will add six new individuals and one new team on August 29.
Basketball star Diane (Roberts) Harm, wrestling standout Marv Reiland, track runner Crystal (Cook) Hanson, football star Matt (Bob) Pedersen, football player James Lindgren and wrestling official Michael T. Allen will be inducted.
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Cedar Falls Events
Memory Circle Gathering
Tuesday, July 15th, 2025 · 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
Wednesday, July 16th, 2025 · 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
Thursday, July 17th, 2025 · All day — Pheasant Ridge Golf Course — Registration required — Participate in a Birdie Point event and enjoy a day of competitive junior golf.
Fiesta Celebration
Saturday, July 19th, 2025 · 1-9:30 p.m. — RiverLoop Amphitheatre & Expo Plaza — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant festival with Latin American food, entertainment, and family activities.
The Bremer County Fair
Sunday, July 27th, 2025 · 12 PM – 6 PM — Bremer County Fairgrounds — Entry fees may apply — Celebrate community, culture, and agriculture with exciting activities and live entertainment.
Iowa Irish Fest
Thursday, July 31st, 2025 · All day — Main Street Waterloo — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate Irish culture with music, dance, Highland Games, and delicious food at this vibrant community festival.