Saturday, September 14th, 2024

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Good morning, Cedar Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cedar Falls City Hall and Public Safety phone lines are currently experiencing a technical outage. City of Cedar Falls
- ➤ Community members held a candlelight vigil at Union High School to remember 17-year-old Gavin Rohrbach, who died in an automotive accident on Sept. 13, 2024. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
- ➤ Over 500 kindergarteners learned about various safety topics at the annual 'Safety City' event in Cedar Falls, sponsored by local partners including Target. City of Cedar Falls
- ➤ Adventurers will rappel off the TechWorks building in Waterloo on Sept. 27 to raise funds for Cedar Valley United Way. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
- ➤ The Independent Order of Odd Fellows lodge in Cedar Falls is hosting a Swiss steak and ham dinner on Sunday, with options for dine-in or carry-out. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
- ➤ Lane closures on Viking Road for the intersection improvements project start the week of September 16, 2024, expected to last four weeks. City of Cedar Falls
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Cedar Falls man, Alexander Jacobi, was arrested for Indecent Exposure after being reported for public masturbation. Y99.3
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Iowa celebrates the centennial of Ruth Suckow's novel 'Country People' with a public event featuring a former Iowa Poet Laureate, a farmers panel, and a student essay presentation. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Dunkerton volleyball team defeated Waterloo Christian with Kylee Pexa achieving 11 kills and Reese Tisue surpassing 500 career digs. Y99.3
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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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18th Annual Pink Ribbon Run
Experience a vibrant community event featuring a 5K run and a virtual option, all supporting breast cancer awareness.
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Explore Summer Study Abroad Opportunities
Learn about summer school and faculty-led study abroad programs for 2025 while connecting with past participants and course leaders.
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Cedar Valley Business Hall of Fame Ceremony
Celebrate the legacy of distinguished business leaders in Eastern Iowa at the 30th annual Cedar Valley Business Hall of Fame, featuring inspiring stories and student involvement.
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Belmont Bruins vs. Northern Iowa Panthers Women's Volleyball Match
Experience thrilling collegiate women's volleyball as the Belmont Bruins take on the Northern Iowa Panthers at the McLeod Center.
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