Saturday, August 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Cedar Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 2nd of August.
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ 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. Iowa's Corn Country
- ➤ 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 Country
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Alex Hormozi
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