Daily editionSaturday, July 26th, 2025
Good morning, Cedar Falls.
The Good Day Cedar Falls Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of July.
Community
CEDAR FALLS officials said Thursday's overnight RAGBRAI stop (held in Dunkerton and Oelwein) was a success.
Waterloo-Cedar Falls CourierRead more
Culture
The Grout Museum is hosting a stargazing party today—local residents are invited to view the night sky.
Waterloo-Cedar Falls CourierRead more
Government
On Monday, July 28th, the City's contractor Dave Schmitt Construction will begin Phase II of the North Cedar Heights Area Reconstruction at the intersection of Timber Drive and Greenwood Avenue.
Greenwood Avenue will be closed for about one month — access to Hartman Reserve Nature Center will be available via Timber Drive.
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On Monday, July 28, a private contractor will begin underground utility work on College Street between West 21st Street and West 22nd Street in Cedar Falls—detours will be in place on West 20th, West 21st, West 22nd, Olive, and Merner; the work will take one week depending on weather and requires a full-width closure to access the watermain.
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Sports
On July 24, riders from Adaptive Sports Iowa's RAGBRAI team rode into Cedar Falls as part of a 406-mile journey designed to offer Iowans with disabilities a chance to experience long-distance cycling.
Legally blind cyclist George Marriott rode in tandem with his pilot while veteran Bob Molsberry used a hand-powered vehicle—both examples of the team’s growing resolve and success.
Waterloo-Cedar Falls CourierRead more
Cedar Falls Events
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.
Cedar Falls Rec Tai Chi
Tuesday, August 12th, 2025 · 11:45 a.m. — River Place Plaza — Free entry — Experience a soothing Tai Chi fitness class in a community-friendly environment.
Creative Paper Quilling Workshop for Kids
Saturday, August 16th, 2025 · 9:30-11:00 a.m. — Cedar Falls Public Library — $35 per person, $30 for groups — Learn to craft beautiful cards using paper quilling techniques while boosting creativity.
Jake Bradley Live Performance
Saturday, August 23rd, 2025 · 8-11:59 p.m. — Deringer's Public Parlor — Check website for entry fee — Enjoy an exciting live performance by Jake Bradley during the Back to School Bender.
Gabby Barrett Concert
Sunday, August 24th, 2025 · 7-8:30 p.m. — Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the heartfelt and autobiographical sounds of Gabby Barrett's new album Chapter & Verse.