Friday, October 18th, 2024

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Good morning, Cedar Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A southbound lane of Hudson Road will be closed for private utility work from October 21, with traffic control measures in place. City of Cedar Falls
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Junior Achievement's Career Inspire event will engage about 1,200 students with 40 local businesses for hands-on career exploration on Oct. 26 and 27 at the Waterloo Convention Center. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
- ➤ University of Northern Iowa student Gabi Riessen and her service dog, Winnie, gain national attention for their unique participation in the Panther Marching Band, highlighting inclusion and adaptation. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
- ➤ Area high schools, including Cedar Falls, Waterloo East, and Waterloo West, along with Don Bosco, showcased strong performances at the State Marching Band Festival, with Cedar Falls High School receiving the top Division I rating. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Wartburg was selected as the top team in the inaugural American Rivers Conference Preseason Women's Wrestling Poll. Y99.3
- ➤ The 6th ranked Aplington-Parkersburg Falcons will play against the 7th ranked Don Bosco Dons in high school volleyball, with coverage on Y99.3 starting Thursday at 7:00 PM. Y99.3
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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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