Daily editionSaturday, July 12th, 2025
Good morning, Cedar Falls.
The Good Day Cedar Falls Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of July.
Community
Cedar Falls public safety staff are training for RAGBRAI as it descends into the community and they are reviewing emergency response plans—ensuring rider safety during the event.
Officials will adjust plans as needed to meet evolving challenges.
Waterloo-Cedar Falls CourierRead more
Cedar Falls will serve as an overnight town for RAGBRAI on July 24 and will see road closures and limited downtown parking to help manage heavy pedestrian and bike traffic—residents should plan extra travel time and use alternative routes.
City of Cedar FallsRead more
RAGBRAI will stop overnight in Cedar Falls on July 24 — city officials say thousands of riders will arrive and volunteers are needed to support the event.
Local authorities will release more details soon as residents are invited to sign up.
Waterloo-Cedar Falls CourierRead more
Government
Starting Tuesday, July 15, at 8:00 a.m., Canadian National Railroad will close Leversee Road between West Airline Highway/Lincoln Street and Rail Way for repairs, with full closure of both crossings.
The road will reopen by 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 22—and drivers can use Lone Tree Road and Dunkerton Road on the north side and Lincoln Street and West Airline Highway on the south side.
City of Cedar FallsRead more
Sports
On Friday evening, the 2nd ranked and 26-4 Clarksville Indians hosted the 15-11 Janesville Wildcats in the Regional Semifinals Softball on Y99.3—with pre-game at 6:45 and first pitch at 7:00.
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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.
Romance Rendezvous Book Blast
Saturday, August 9th, 2025 · 10 AM – 4 PM — Hilton Garden Inn Cedar Falls — Free entry — Celebrate romance literature with authors across various genres and enjoy a day full of fun and prizes.