Friday, August 30th, 2024

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Good morning, Cedar Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Cedar Valley United Way launched its fundraising campaign with a kickoff event aimed at boosting community support and involvement. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Waterloo man is on trial for allegedly inflicting multiple injuries on his 8-month-old son, with conflicting parental accounts of responsibility. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
- ➤ A man was charged for distributing flyers promoting violence against immigrants in Cedar Falls, including in a library and Latino-owned businesses. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
- ➤ A Cedar Falls man was sentenced to five years' probation for causing bodily injury to a 10-month-old child under his care. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Northern Iowa’s new nursing program received a $275,000 grant from the Roy J. Carver Charitable Trust to improve obstetrics and intensive care education through realistic simulations. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
SHOP NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR Time’s almost up. Amazon’s Prime Day sale wraps up today, July 11, at midnight. These are the deepest discounts we’re adding to our cart before they’re gone tomorrow: $60 off the AncestryDNA Test Kit, 50% off this Wi-Fi range extender, and $150 off the Bose QuietComfort Bluetooth Headphones. The Buy
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Sumner-Fredericksburg, Tripoli, and Crestwood volleyball teams to compete Thursday evening; first serve at 5:00 PM. Y99.3
- ➤ Waterloo Bucks to host a free football watch party for the Cy-Hawk game at Riverfront Stadium, featuring a 474-square-foot LED screen. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Missouri State Bears vs Northern Iowa Panthers Women's Volleyball Match
Experience an exciting women's volleyball match featuring the Missouri State Bears competing against the Northern Iowa Panthers at the McLeod Center.
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Time Travel Half Marathon and More
Experience a thrilling multi-distance running event featuring a Half Marathon, 5k, 10k, and family-friendly races in Cedar Falls.
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~ Naval Ravikant
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