Good morning, Cedar Falls.

Cedar Falls will hold its second annual Spooktober with workshops, film screenings, and youth programs from local centers as activities run through October, and trick-or-treat will be held on October 31 from 6:00 p.m.+8:00 p.m. Residents are urged to follow safety tips during the celebrations.

On Thursday morning, Cedar Falls Public Safety responded to a call near South Prairie Lake's boat ramp after a citizen reported a partially submerged car at about 6:30—responders helped the lone driver exit safely and transported them to hospital for evaluation as the investigation remains ongoing.

A Waterloo man, 40-year-old Darion Halliburton, was convicted of kidnapping and sexually assaulting an Uber driver on Feb 10th when he threatened her with a handgun & forced her into his Dawson Street home for over three hours, & DNA and physical evidence linking him as he faces up to 35 years in prison when sentencing is scheduled.

Jordan Biretz, a licensed dental hygienist, is changing oral health care with four years of clinical experience and a gentle approach that makes routine cleanings less intimidating—she also spends time exploring nature and crafting with her daughter.

On Friday night, Y99.3 aired the Cedar Valley Football Game of the Week when the Wapsie Valley Warriors hosted the Denver Cyclones—pregame began at 6:30 p.m. and kickoff was at 7:00 p.m.

On Thursday night the top-ranked Denver Cyclone volleyball team defended its state title by sweeping Charles City 25–11, 25–11 and beating New Hampton 25–10, 25–12 as shown on KWAY Country—demonstrating its strong performance against both opponents.

On Friday evening, Waverly-Shell Rock football was broadcast on KWAY Country AM 1470 FM 96.3 presented by Roling Ford as the Go-Hawks began the Cal Twait Era against the Bondurant-Farrar Bluejays with a pregame at 6:45 and kickoff at 7:00.

Iowa football will be broadcast on Y99.3 today as the Hawkeyes host Albany with a pregame at 3:00 p.m. and kickoff at 5:00 p.m.

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.

An Evening of Stories and Songs with Jeremy Camp

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience powerful music and storytelling from the acclaimed Jeremy Camp as he shares new songs and stories from his journey.

Cedar Falls Initial Certification Day 1

8:00 AM – 4:30 PM — University of Northern Iowa — Registration required — Participate in a professional certification training for opacity standards.

Cacao & Color: A Creative Paint & Sip Experience

3:00-4:30 p.m. — Cedar Falls Public Library — Ticket required — Blend creativity with a heart-opening cacao ritual and painting to express your inner self.

Women' Leadership and Empowerment Conference

Get ready for an inspiring day designed to uplift, educate, and connect—no matter where you are on your leadership journey. Despite the name, this conference is for anyone ready to explore their leadership potential and grow both personally and professionally.