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Friday, August 23rd, 2024

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Good morning, Cedar Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of August.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Cedar Falls Kiwanis Club concluded their 2024 kettle corn popping efforts, raising $7,000 for the Cedar Falls Community Schools by selling 100 bags at each school event.  Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
  • The Northeast Iowa Food Bank marks 20 years of its BackPack Program, significantly aiding in combating childhood hunger by distributing over 91,000 food bags to 2,450 children weekly.  Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier

CRIME NEWS

  • Sisters Latisha Thomas and Kaylynn Henderson were acquitted of attempted burglary after being accused of storming their mother's nonprofit organization's office.  Y99.3

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The University of Northern Iowa introduces a clear bag policy for home games and non-athletic events to enhance security and reduce entry times starting the 2024-2025 school year.  KOEL
  • The Cedar Falls/Waterloo chapter of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) will host an open house to promote gender equity through education and advocacy.  Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier

SPORTS NEWS

  • Local Iowa high school girls' volleyball teams rank highly in state preseason listings, highlighting the athletic prowess of the Cedar Valley area.  Y99.3
  • Bob Justis, the PA announcer for UNI's men's basketball and football, will retire after nearly five decades and 900 games since 1975.  Y99.3
  • Wartburg volleyball is expected to rank 5th in the American Rivers Conference, trailing Simpson, Dubuque, Nebraska Wesleyan, and Coe.  Y99.3
  • The Waverly-Shell Rock volleyball team hosts free scrimmages on Thursday with doors opening at 4:00.  Y99.3

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 2024 Cedar Valley Golf Classic

    Experience one of Cedar Valley's premier golf tournaments and network with local investors at the Pheasant Ridge Golf Course.

    Thu, 9/12/24

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  • Brad & Kate Live at Octopus

    Experience a live music show featuring Brad & Kate at the popular Octopus venue in Cedar Falls.

    Fri, 9/13/24

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  • Cedar Falls Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k

    Experience a lively community event featuring a variety of running races, including a Kid's Dash, 5k, 10k, and Half Marathon, perfect for all ages and skill levels.

    Sat, 9/14/24

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  • Paula Poundstone Live in Cedar Falls

    Experience the legendary observational humor and spontaneous wit of iconic comedian Paula Poundstone as she performs at the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center.

    Fri, 9/20/24

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  • Embracing American Stories: A Musical Journey

    Experience an orchestral narrative that weaves together the rich musical threads of the American story, highlighting the works of diverse composers like Silvestre Revueltas and Florence Price.

    Sat, 9/21/24

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  • SMU Mustangs vs. Northern Iowa Panthers Women's Volleyball Match

    Experience an exciting women's volleyball match featuring the SMU Mustangs taking on the Northern Iowa Panthers at the McLeod Center.

    Sun, 9/22/24

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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