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Cedar Falls
Saturday, October 12th, 2024
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Good morning, Cedar Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center's 'Jeans Day' fundraiser raised over $13,000, benefitting 12 charities by allowing staff to wear jeans for a fee. Iowa's Corn Country
- ➤ An oversized load will be transported along Center Street, requiring temporary closure of two bridges for safe crossing on October 12. City of Cedar Falls
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Paralympic gold medalist and UNI senior Olivia Chambers will be the grand marshal for the University of Northern Iowa's 2024 Homecoming parade, featuring local dignitaries. Iowa's Corn Country
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Wartburg College's 15th ranked football team is set to play against the Buena Vista Beavers in an away game, broadcasted live on KWAY Country. Y99.3
- ➤ The undefeated Don Bosco Dons, ranked 3rd, will face the Turkey Valley Trojans in an 8-man football game, with pre-game at 6:30 PM and kickoff at 7:00 PM. Y99.3
- ➤ Week 7 of the high school football season features key matchups including Waterloo West vs. West Des Moines Valley and aims to highlight teams seeking to improve their standings. Iowa's Corn Country
- ➤ Local high school football coaches joined 'The Coaches Huddle' podcast at Pepper’s Grill & Sports Pub to discuss recent and upcoming games. Iowa's Corn Country
- ➤ Cedar Falls hosts notable volleyball and cross country events, including a quadrangular volleyball meet and the Mississippi Valley Conference Super Meet. Iowa's Corn Country
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Bethlehem’s Trunk or Treat Event
Experience a fun-filled evening of festive trunk or treating for families at El Dorado Heights Park.
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Line Dancing at the Plaza: A Halloween Twist
Experience a lively evening of line dancing at River Place Plaza, with a fun Halloween twist encouraging costumes for participants.
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The Music Man Concert
Experience the charm of Meredith Willson's six-time Tony Award-winning musical, as traveling salesman Harold Hill cons the town of River City into forming a boys' band, only to find himself transformed by love.
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The Music Man - A Musical Production
Experience the magic of Meredith Willson's Tony Award-winning musical as a charming conman transforms into a respectable citizen through love in this engaging family show.
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3rd Annual Iowa Music Awards Celebration
Experience a glamorous night of live music, awards, and engaging speeches at the 3rd Annual Iowa Music Awards in Cedar Falls.
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Milwaukee Tool Week at Blain's Farm & Fleet
Experience hands-on learning and exclusive deals on Milwaukee tool products with expert guidance at Blain's Farm & Fleet.
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Trick or Treat Trivia Night
Experience a fun-filled evening of trivia with a spooky twist at Mary Lou's Bar & Grill during 'Witches and Warlocks Wednesday'.
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Haunted Hustle 5K Run
Experience a thrilling night of fun and fitness at the Haunted Hustle 5K, a festive race suitable for participants of all ages.
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University of Dubuque Spartans vs Northern Iowa Panthers Men's Basketball
Experience an exciting college basketball matchup as the University of Dubuque Spartans take on the Northern Iowa Panthers at the McLeod Center.
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Northern Iowa Panthers Host Wisconsin Milwaukee in Men's Basketball Season Opener
Experience an exciting men's basketball season opener as Northern Iowa faces off against Wisconsin-Milwaukee at the McLeod Center.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Too many of us are not living our dreams because we are living our fears.
~ Les Brown
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