Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of July.
Good morning, Cedar Falls.
🏘️ Community
Cedar Falls resident Don Swanson, a World War II veteran, celebrates his 100th birthday today in a home filled with family photos that document a long life of service and memories.
He has been recognized locally for his contributions, honoring a lifetime of family and community ties.
🚧 Accidents
Monday morning, firefighters rescued a cat from a burning house on Cedar Crest Drive in Cedar Falls—the family evacuated safely while the house suffered major damage and the Red Cross offers shelter as investigators probe the cause.
🚨 Crime
Benjamin Sink, 46, was arrested in Waterloo last week for allegedly sending sex videos of a woman to her boss and boyfriend and for threatening to share the videos if she went to the police—he faces charges of first degree harassment, violation of a restraining order and carrying weapons and was found with a Remington shotgun, meth and Alprazolam pills with his bond set at $29,000.
An Oelwein man was arrested after allegedly sexually abusing a woman following a bar encounter on November 28th—29th.
Forty-year-old Jose Rosales is charged with third degree sexual abuse and is held on a $100,000 bond.
🎭 Culture
On Thursday, the Veterans Museum will host a wine glass painting event (6 to 9 p.m.) where attendees will create patriotic-themed wine glasses to take home.
Proceeds from the event will benefit the museum.
🏈 Sports
Monday night, Wapsie Valley softball beat Don Bosco 14-2 in 5 innings—advancing to the state tournament for the first time in 48 years, and Clarksville softball defeated Riceville 11-1 in 4 innings with Paige Kampman going 3-for-3.
On Tuesday the 22nd at 7:00 p.m., Clarksville will face Mason City Newman while Wapsie Valley will play St. Edmond of Fort Dodge at 7:30 p.m. in the Class 1A State Tournament.
Tuesday night, Saint Ansgar Baseball defeated Wapsie Valley 2-0 with both runs scored with two outs (securing a spot in the State Tournament).
Wapsie Valley ended its season with a 20-7 record (one win short of its first trip to State).
🎉 Cedar Falls Events
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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.
The Bremer County Fair
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
All day — Main Street Waterloo — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate Irish culture with music, dance, Highland Games, and delicious food at this vibrant community festival.
Cedar Falls Dance Fitness Class with Andrea
8-9 a.m. — River Place Plaza — Free entry — Get your groove on with a fun dance fitness class led by Andrea.
Cedar Falls Rec Tai Chi
11:45 a.m. — River Place Plaza — Free entry — Experience a soothing Tai Chi fitness class in a community-friendly environment.
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