Daily editionTuesday, August 12th, 2025
Good morning, Cedar Falls.
The Good Day Cedar Falls Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of August.
Community
The Falls Aquatic Center will end its season on August 24 and stop water walking on August 22.
The annual Doggie Dip will take place on August 25 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (Admission is $5 per dog and extra owners cost $5.)
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Culture
Grundy County's Riah Schrage (daughter of Landon and Cassie Schrage) was crowned the 2025 Iowa State Fair queen after judges selected her from 102 contestants who advanced from local county competitions.
Waterloo-Cedar Falls CourierRead more
Real Estate
The first installment of real estate and mobile home taxes will be due Sept. 30—state law sets this deadline for payment.
Waterloo-Cedar Falls CourierRead more
Cedar Falls Events
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.
Avey Grouws Duo Live Performance
Thursday, September 4th, 2025 · 6 PM to 12 AM — Hearst Center For the Arts — Free entry — Experience blistering guitar and emotional vocals in a beautiful garden setting.
YMCA Triathlon
Saturday, September 6th, 2025 · 9 AM – 1 PM — George Wyth State Park — Entry Fee Required — Compete in a thrilling sprint triathlon with a swim, bike, and run challenge.
ARTapalooza Fine Art Show
Sunday, September 7th, 2025 · 9 a.m.-4 p.m. — Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown — Free entry — Explore a variety of artworks and enjoy family-friendly activities during this celebration of local artistry.
Richard Thomas in Mark Twain Tonight
Tuesday, September 9th, 2025 · 7-8:30 p.m. — Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center — Ticketed event — Experience a masterful one-man show that brings Mark Twain's wit and stories to life through the talent of Richard Thomas.