Good morning, Cedar Falls.

Habitat for Humanity is calling for volunteers from local businesses and community groups—organizers aim to build affordable homes for Cedar Valley families.

Former Waterloo Police Officer Keaton Northup will go to trial on January 13th, 2026 for two counts of vehicular homicide after allegedly crashing his motorcycle last summer near I-380 — he resigned from the force in June when tests showed a blood alcohol level of .292.

Wartburg volleyball is chosen by the coaches poll to finish 3rd in the American Rivers Conference with a tie with Nebraska Wesleyan behind Dubuque and Coe — the team got one first place vote and will soon have a new coach after DeAnn Akins left Coe to lead the program.

Because the school does not have enough players, Dunkerton will not field a varsity football team this season and will instead play on a junior varsity schedule in 2025.

Their game was set to open at Northwood-Kensett next Friday, August 29th — leaving an open slot for Don Bosco, Tripoli and Janesville.

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.