Daily editionSaturday, September 6th, 2025
Good morning, Cedar Falls.
The Good Day Cedar Falls Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 6th of September.
Culture
The 19th annual ARTapalooza will take place Sunday in the Cedar Falls downtown district on Main Street—bringing art to local streets this weekend.
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Government
Cedar Falls will host HUD Region VII RA Joseph Mitchell on Tuesday, September 9 at 1:00 p.m. plus he will discuss local housing projects, tour the community, and meet city officials at a press conference later that day.
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Starting on Monday, September 8, Cedar Falls Public Works Department will close the inside northwest-bound lane of Waterloo Road for repair work from a previous water main leak + crews expect repairs to last one week pending weather.
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Sports
Today, Iowa State hosts Iowa for the battle for the Cy-Hawk Trophy on Y99.3—pre-game is set for 9:00 a.m. and kickoff begins at 11:00 a.m.
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Wartburg College football will kick off today on KWAY Country AM 1470 FM 96.3 as the 9th ranked Knights host the Monmouth College Scots— a Countdown to Kickoff Show starts at 6:00 p.m. with the game set to begin at 7:00 p.m.
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+On Thursday, Metro high schools played in several sports as Aplington Parkersburg swept Waterloo Columbus Catholic in volleyball and Cedar Ridge Christian beat Tripoli in three sets, while Cedar Falls won 9-0 against Waterloo West and Waterloo Columbus defeated Ankeny 9-2 in girls tennis. Linn Mar won the boys golf meet at Finkbine Golf Course and Gladbrook Reinbeck improved to 2-0 with a 78-6 football win over Meskwaki Settlement.+
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Cedar Falls Events
ARTapalooza Fine Art Show
Sunday, September 7th, 2025 · 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
Tuesday, September 9th, 2025 · 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
Saturday, September 13th, 2025 · 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
Sunday, September 21st, 2025 · 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
Tuesday, September 23rd, 2025 · 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
Wednesday, September 24th, 2025 · 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
Thursday, September 25th, 2025 · 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.
Women' Leadership and Empowerment Conference
Thursday, September 25th, 2025 · 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.
19th Annual Pink Ribbon Run
Saturday, October 4th, 2025 · 8:30 a.m. — River Place Plaza — Registration required — Participate in a 5K run/walk to support breast cancer expenses for local families.
Inktober Art Challenge
Monday, October 6th, 2025 · 4-6 p.m. — Cedar Falls Public Library — Free entry — Engage in a daily art challenge that caters to all ages and skill levels.