Tuesday, August 5th, 2025

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Good morning, Cedar Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Girl Scouts will use a $17,500 donation from the Max and Helen Guernsey Charitable Foundation to enhance their program that builds leadership, life skills and self-confidence—over 2,300 girls in the Waterloo area are expected to benefit from council events and outdoor adventures. Y99.3
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Iowa has the most deficient bridges — Black Hawk County stands out for having many bridges in better condition. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
SEASONAL NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR One of our top fall decor picks is this true-to-life fall foliage garland. It’s perfect for staircases, mantles, door frames, and more. The Buy
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Many high school fall sports teams are holding camps this week to prepare for official practices that begin on August 11th. Girls golf, moved from the spring schedule, will join the fall lineup— a change that adds a new sport for local student athletes. Y99.3
- ➤ UNI Athletic Director Megan Franklin announced on Monday that men’s basketball coach Ben Jacobson received a contract extension to remain at the helm through the 2029-30 season. He enters his 20th year and leads the team with 374 wins—4 regular season titles and 4 conference tournament championships, making him the winningest coach in school history. Y99.3
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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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Avey Grouws Duo Live Performance
6 PM to 12 AM — Hearst Center For the Arts — Free entry — Experience blistering guitar and emotional vocals in a beautiful garden setting.
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Falling for Fall: Our Favorite Early Autumn Decor Picks
Psst. Is it too soon to say…boo? Look away, summer fans. If you’re ready for fall, read on for our top decor picks:
- This true-to-life fall foliage garland is perfect for staircases, mantles, door frames, and more.
- Add these pumpkin-shaped “Hello Fall” coasters to your dinner table or coffee bar.
- Pet + autumn lovers, this embroidered ”Happy Pawtumn” hand towel may be your favorite find of the season.
- Sprinkle these cute ceramic ghosts around the house for an understated nod to Halloween.
- Create a beautiful autumnal tablescape with this burlap runner + best-selling set of assorted mini pumpkins, leaves, and acorns.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The chains of habit are too light to be felt until they are too heavy to be broken.
~ Benjamin Franklin
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