Daily editionWednesday, October 8th, 2025
Good morning, Cedar Falls.
The Good Day Cedar Falls Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of October.
Health
Cedar Falls residents joined the Cedar Valley Walk to End Alzheimer's and raised over $29,000 to support local care and research—organizers said the funds will help future programs.
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Sports
On October 7th, Metro schools played volleyball with Cedar Falls visiting Dubuque Hempstead, Waterloo West hosting Cedar Rapids Jefferson, Waterloo East facing Mason City, Waterloo Columbus traveling to Grundy Center, and Cedar Ridge Christian playing Janesville.
In other sports, Waterloo Columbus ran in the Wolverine Invitational at Dike-New Hartford — and Cedar Falls hosted Iowa City High in girls swimming and diving.
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Yesterday at Waukee Northwest, Cedar Falls upset third seeded Johnston 5-3 in the quarterfinals of the 2A Girls State Team Tennis Tournament and will face West Des Moines Valley in the semifinals.
In the 1A tournament in Pella, Dike-New Hartford beat Spencer 5-3 in the quarterfinals and will play top-seeded Cedar Rapids Xavier as matches start today at 9 a.m.
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106.5 Corn Country is the home for UNI Panthers volleyball — broadcasting to a 75-mile radius around Cedar Falls on FM 106.5, 93.5 HD-2, smart speakers, and the Iowa Corn Country app; game schedules will be announced for upcoming matches.
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District meets took place yesterday at Pheasant Ridge in Cedar Falls for high school boys to earn berths to the State Golf Meet, with Cedar Rapids Xavier winning the team title at 291 while Cedar Falls finished 4th with a score of 301—two strokes short of the team qualifying mark as Ethan Boyle and Drew Larimer, along with Waterloo West’s Jay McCausland, graduated individually. The Meet will take place next week on Monday and Tuesday at Hyperion Field Club in Johnston.
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Cedar Falls Events
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.
Yo-Yo Ma Concert
Sunday, November 2nd, 2025 · 7:00-8:30 p.m. — Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Grammy-winning cellist Yo-Yo Ma live in Cedar Falls.
Drake Bulldogs vs. Northern Iowa Panthers Women's Volleyball
Tuesday, November 4th, 2025 · 6:00–7:30 p.m. — McLeod Center — Check local listings for ticket info — Watch two local rivals battle it out in an exciting women's volleyball match.