Daily editionThursday, October 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Cedar Falls.
The Good Day Cedar Falls Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of October.
Government
The Bremer Avenue Bridge project is moving forward in Cedar Falls as three crews work on the decking and will complete the final span by the end of next week — after which workers will pour concrete mid-month to finish the project on November 28 — officials said.
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Sports
Last night, 5A 10th ranked Cedar Falls Iowa won at Iowa City High in three sets while 5A 13th ranked Waterloo West swept Cedar Rapids Washington and 2A top-ranked Denver downed Waterloo Columbus in three sets—yesterday, Waterloo East competed in the Iowa Alliance Conference Meet in Des Moines where Ottumwa led with a 316 team score, Mason City finished second with a 328, and Waterloo East placed seventh, and in Girls High School Swimming and Diving, Cedar Falls beat Cedar Rapids Washington 124–62 while Waterloo West won over Cedar Rapids Jefferson 144–41.
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On Wednesday night, The Roling Ford Locker Room aired on Y99.3 at 7:00 p.m.—the 90-minute show featured football players and coaches from Waverly-Shell Rock and Clarksville as well as Wartburg head coach Chris Winter.
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Tuesday night in college volleyball, Wartburg beat Loras in four sets—sophomore Anna Sash recorded 11 blocks—while UNI defeated Drake in four sets in Des Moines.
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Tuesday in boys cross country at Jesup, the Denver Cyclones won — Jesse Gomez finished second, Myles Matthias placed fourth, and Caden Knoblock finished eighth — while Waverly-Shell Rock came in fifth with Matthew Hommowun finishing 11th.
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Cedar Falls Events
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.
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets In Concert
Sunday, October 12th, 2025 · 2-5 p.m. — Waterloo-Cedar Falls Symphony — Ticketed event — Experience the magic of Harry Potter live with an unforgettable score performed by the orchestra alongside the film.
The Addams Family Musical
Friday, October 17th, 2025 · 7:00-8:30 p.m. — Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center — $ — A toe-tapping musical that combines the macabre charm of Charles Addams' creations with humorous elements and captivating performances.
The Addams Family Musical
Saturday, October 18th, 2025 · 7:00-8:30 p.m. — Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center — Tickets from $105 — Experience the quirky and spooky tale of The Addams Family live on stage.
Randy's Cheeseburger Picnic Comedy Tour
Friday, October 24th, 2025 · 8-9:30 p.m. — Deringer's Public Parlor — Tickets starting at $30 — Enjoy a night of laughter with Randy from Trailer Park Boys featuring comedy, songs, and contests.
Indiana State Sycamores vs. Northern Iowa Panthers Women's Volleyball
Saturday, October 25th, 2025 · 5:00 – 6:30 PM — McLeod Center — Check website for ticket info — Watch an exciting volleyball match featuring local teams in action.
The Music Man
Sunday, October 26th, 2025 · 2:00 – 3:30 PM — Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center — Tickets start at $641 — Enjoy a classic musical at this esteemed Cedar Falls venue.
Northern Iowa Panthers Women's Basketball Exhibition
Wednesday, October 29th, 2025 · 6-9 p.m. — McLeod Center — Ticket prices apply — Catch the thrilling exhibition match between the Truman State Bulldogs and Northern Iowa Panthers.
Belmont Bruins vs Northern Iowa Panthers Women's Volleyball
Thursday, October 30th, 2025 · 6-7:30 p.m. — McLeod Center — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting women's volleyball match featuring local teams in a competitive showdown.