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Saturday, August 31st, 2024

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Good morning, Cedar Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of August.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Cedar Falls celebrates the renovation and expansion of Pettersen Plaza with a ribbon cutting event on September 6, 2024, enhancing pedestrian access and amenities in the College Hill district.  City of Cedar Falls
  • The City of Cedar Falls introduces the inaugural 9/11 Hope & Honor 5K to commemorate 9/11 victims, promote volunteerism and remember local hero Scott Sterrett.  Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier

CRIME NEWS

  • A man was arrested for distributing racist 'hunting license' flyers targeting immigrants at Hispanic owned businesses and Cedar Falls Library, facing multiple harassment charges.  Y99.3

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Jody Madlom Puffett is running as an independent against Ashley Hinson and Sarah Corkery in Iowa's 2nd Congressional District, focusing on local needs and transparency.  Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier

SPORTS NEWS

  • The Columbus Sailors will open their season against the Beckman Blazers, with the game broadcast on Y99.3 starting with a pre-game at 6:30 PM.  Y99.3
  • In high school volleyball, Sumner-Fredericksburg achieved victories against both Tripoli and Crestwood, while Crestwood won against Tripoli.  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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  • 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.

    Sat, 9/28/24

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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.

    Sun, 9/29/24

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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