Good morning, Cedar Falls.

A Cedar Falls teen became the youngest person to fly to every Iowa airport by completing a flying feat across the state—he planned flights to cover all major airfields.

His record-setting achievement shows his passion for aviation.

Lutheran Services in Iowa held an event last Thursday at the Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa's office in Cedar Falls to honor community help in resettling nearly 200 refugees after federal funding cuts—local groups and donors raised funds, including $60,000 in Cedar Valley, to support the effort. The agency thanked those who stepped up as challenges remain with upcoming federal changes.

Aleesha Smith—a vocal soloist from Waterloo—won first place in the senior division of the 2025 Iowa State Fair Bill Riley Talent Search.

Hundreds of supporters and survivors walked Saturday—honoring grandparents, parents, siblings, and friends affected by heart disease—and raised awareness of the condition.

Local organizers said the event helped unite families and encouraged regular heart health checks.

The Iowa High School Girls Tennis rankings were released today—Cedar Falls is 5th in Class 2A and Waterloo Columbus is 7th in Class 1A.

UNI women’s soccer lost 4-0 to Milwaukee on Sunday during an away game, marking its first season loss against the Horizon League champion.

Monday was the start of high school football game week and Y99.3 will cover the Janesville Wildcats as they host Belle Plaine on Friday at 7:00 p.m.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

YMCA Triathlon

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

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

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.

Barber & Sibelius Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Waterloo-Cedar Falls Symphony — Ticket info not provided — Experience the dramatic beauty of Barber's Violin Concerto and Sibelius' Symphony No. 2 with virtuoso Amy Schwartz Moretti.