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Friday, August 1st, 2025

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Good morning, Cedar Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of August.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Today, The W closed its indoor pool after over 15 years of use so it can be drained and acid washed to remove chemical build-up — it will also update the spa, sauna and steam room and is set to reopen no later than Monday, Sept. 8.  Y99.3

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Hawkeye Community College trustees and the president discussed an interim report on a plan to offer four-year degrees today, but the board raised strong pushback against the proposal.  Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Severe weather hit Waterloo and Cedar Falls this week and left widespread damage that local crews are working to clear. Cleanup efforts may take weeks—officials are assessing each area to ensure safety.  Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier

SPORTS NEWS

  • High school athletes will finish Family Week on Sunday—team camps for volleyball, cross country and football start Monday—and girls golfers will start practice—their season has shifted to fall.  Y99.3

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 8/9/25

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  • 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.

    Tue, 8/12/25

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  • Creative Paper Quilling Workshop for Kids

    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.

    Sat, 8/16/25

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  • Jake Bradley Live Performance

    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.

    Sat, 8/23/25

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  • Gabby Barrett Concert

    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.

    Sun, 8/24/25

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  • 3rd Annual Salsa Festival

    10 PM - 12 AM — 5100 Prairie Pkwy, Cedar Falls, IA — Entry fee applies — Showcase your hottest salsa creations in a flavorful contest.

    Thu, 8/28/25

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  • Central College Women’s Golf Kohawk Classic

    Aug 29-30 — Pheasant Ridge Golf Course — Free entry — Watch talented female golfers compete in this exciting collegiate tournament.

    Fri, 8/29/25

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  • Summer Sizzler 5k/10k/15k

    7-10 a.m. — Blain's Farm & Fleet — Registration Fee — A family-friendly summer race featuring great swag and chip-timed results.

    Sun, 8/31/25

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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