Daily editionFriday, October 31st, 2025
Good morning, Cedar Falls.
The Good Day Cedar Falls Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 31st of October.
Community
Residents visited Crossroads Mall on its busiest day in years as developers unveiled plans for The Blvd—a project that will take over the land after the mall is torn down.
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Black Hawk County Master Gardeners will host their annual fall garden symposium Saturday.
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Culture
World-renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma will perform at 7 p.m. Sunday at Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center in Cedar Falls + his celebrated concert is expected to draw local music fans.
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The third annual Cedar River Film Festival is held this weekend at Oster Regent Theatre—running today and Saturday and showcasing a variety of films for local audiences.
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A sensory-friendly planetarium show will be held Saturday at the Norris Corson Family Planetarium — part of the Grout Museum District.
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The executive director of Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center led a guided walkthrough today to show the results of a nearly $15 million, two-year renovation and expansion.
The project improved performance spaces and backstage areas — a milestone upgrade for the center.
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Education
Hawkeye Community College's board of trustees approved seeking bids for remodeling its TechWorks facility on Tuesday + officials expect to review the bids on Nov. 25 during a public hearing with potential contract approval.
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Sports
The Mississippi Valley Conference released the Valley Division All-Conference awards in volleyball — Cedar Falls finished with a 7-0 record and earned honors when senior setter Brynn Bakula was named Player of the Year.
Coach Matt Johnson was also named Coach of the Year in the division.
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Tomorrow, high school football playoff games in seven classes will start at 7 p.m. In 5A, Waterloo West faces Dowling Catholic at Mediacom Stadium in Des Moines while Cedar Falls hosts Iowa City West with Tigers game coverage starting with a pregame show (6:30 p.m.), and other contests are set in 4A, 1A, Class A, and 8-Man football across the region.
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Regional Final matches in Class 1A and 2A ended last night and set the stage for the State Volleyball Tournament tonight.
In 2A, teams including Denver, Dike-New Hartford, Grundy Center, Wapsie Valley, Dyersville-Beckman, Aplington-Parkersburg, and Iowa City Regina won their matches, while in 1A North Tama, Janesville, Dunkerton, and Gladbrook-Reinbeck were victorious.
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Cedar Falls Events
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.
CSUN Matadors vs. Northern Iowa Panthers Men's Basketball
Thursday, November 6th, 2025 · 1-4 p.m. — McLeod Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling college basketball matchup as the Matadors take on the Panthers.
UIC Flames vs. Northern Iowa Panthers Women's Volleyball
Friday, November 7th, 2025 · 6-7:30 p.m. — McLeod Center — Check event page for pricing — Cheer on the UIC Flames as they take on the Northern Iowa Panthers in a thrilling women's volleyball match.
Northern Iowa Panthers vs. South Dakota State Jackrabbits Basketball Game
Sunday, November 9th, 2025 · 1-2:30 p.m. — McLeod Center — Check for ticket prices — Witness an exciting basketball matchup as Northern Iowa faces off against South Dakota State for the first time since their last encounter.
Iowa AEYC Member Meeting
Wednesday, November 12th, 2025 · 6:30-7:30 p.m. — Schindler Education Center — Free entry — Connect with ECE professionals and discover Iowa AEYC membership benefits.
Northern Iowa Panthers vs. Furman Paladins
Friday, November 14th, 2025 · 6:00-7:30 p.m. — McLeod Center — Cost info not provided — Catch an exciting college basketball match featuring the Panthers and the Paladins.
Vivaldi's Four Seasons Concert
Sunday, November 16th, 2025 · 3:00 – 4:30 PM — Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center — Ticket info not specified — Experience the timeless masterpieces of Vivaldi including his iconic Four Seasons.
Northern Iowa Panthers vs. Northern Illinois Huskies Basketball
Tuesday, November 18th, 2025 · 1-4 p.m. — McLeod Center — Tickets from $26 — Cheer on the Panthers as they battle the Huskies in an exciting college basketball matchup.