Daily editionSaturday, August 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Cedar Falls.
The Good Day Cedar Falls Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 2nd of August.
Sports
Owen Sawyer, a Cedar Falls native and Iowa State junior, won the 123rd Iowa Amateur Men's Golf Championship by finishing 12 under par and eight strokes ahead of a three way tie for second.
His win earns him an exemption to the 125th U.S. Amateur set for August 11th through the 17th in San Francisco.
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Three-star Wisconsin prep Zavier Zens has announced his verbal commitment to UNI men's basketball.
The 6-foot-7 forward averaged 22 points, six rebounds and 3.7 assists per game while helping Wisconsin Lutheran win a state title and was named to the Division I All-State Team.
Iowa's Corn CountryRead more
Cedar Falls Events
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.
3rd Annual Salsa Festival
Thursday, August 28th, 2025 · 10 PM - 12 AM — 5100 Prairie Pkwy, Cedar Falls, IA — Entry fee applies — Showcase your hottest salsa creations in a flavorful contest.
Central College Women’s Golf Kohawk Classic
Friday, August 29th, 2025 · Aug 29-30 — Pheasant Ridge Golf Course — Free entry — Watch talented female golfers compete in this exciting collegiate tournament.
Summer Sizzler 5k/10k/15k
Sunday, August 31st, 2025 · 7-10 a.m. — Blain's Farm & Fleet — Registration Fee — A family-friendly summer race featuring great swag and chip-timed results.