Good morning, Cedar Falls.

John Deere announced that 238 workers will be laid off from its factories—115 in East Moline on Aug.

29, 52 in Moline on Sept. 26 and 71 in Waterloo on Sept. 19—as lower order volumes force the company to reduce its workforce; affected workers were notified Friday and will be recalled based on seniority when openings become available.

Cedar Falls man Christopher Drinnon, 42, was arrested after allegedly driving his Kia Forte over an occupied tent at Big Woods Lake Campground Sunday at 5:00 p.m.—his blood alcohol content measured .215 while he faces charges of Operating While Intoxicated, Reckless Driving, and four counts of Assault With a Weapon.

Cedar Falls teen Alex Goetsch completed the Fly Iowa challenge by landing at all 104 Iowa airports over a 12-day span between June and August—he became the youngest to do so; next week he will head to college at the University of North Dakota to pursue a career as a commercial airline pilot.

High school marching bands across Cedar Valley are preparing for the performance season as each school practices unique themed shows—Cedar Falls High's routine features Space Oddity and other familiar songs while Waterloo East, Waterloo West, Waverly-Shell Rock and Don Bosco plan performances starting late August through early September. Band camps have helped students build skills and connect with peers.

Cedar Falls native Will Gerdes—standing 6-foot-8—committed to play for UNI’s men’s basketball team as a senior; he averaged 16.5 points and five rebounds last season and held offers from several schools.

Area girls cross country teams were ranked on August 19 — Denver placed 8th in Class 2A while Sumner-Fredericksburg was 7th and Wapsie Valley finished 12th in Class 1A.

Former UNI basketball star Paul Jesperson, known for his half-court NCAA Tournament shot that beat Texas, has been named head coach of the Valley Suns in the NBA’s G-League — his appointment was announced on August 19.

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.