Daily editionFriday, August 1st, 2025
Good morning, Cedar Falls.
The Good Day Cedar Falls Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of August.
Community
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.
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Education
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.
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Environment
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 CourierRead more
Sports
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.
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