Daily editionFriday, November 7th, 2025
Good morning, Cedar Falls.
The Good Day Cedar Falls Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 7th of November.
Community
St. Paul's UMC is hosting an all-you-can-eat beef and noodle dinner fundraiser on Saturday, November 8th from 4 to 6 p.m.—adults pay $12 and children 10 and younger pay $6.
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The Cedar Valley Arboretum & Botanic Garden is looking for volunteers this Saturday before holding an event to thank everyone who has helped.
Current, past and new volunteers are invited to stay for the celebration with more details coming soon.
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Business
A new used book store and gift shop will open November 22 in Cedar Falls.
Books are on the shelves and staff are training—further plans for merchandise are still being finalized.
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Culture
Margaret Moye leads the Grout Museum District and will close the cherished Imaginarium to build a new children’s science center that will spark curiosity — a plan that honors the museum’s past.
She uses her museum experience to guide the project and bring fresh learning to the community.
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The Iowa Chamber Music Collective will perform Sunday at the Hearst Center for the Arts — the group will offer chamber music that shows their precision and passion — and Cedar Falls residents can look forward to a live arts experience.
The event will provide an opportunity for the community to enjoy quality classical music.
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Education
Hoover Middle School's music department will host a can drive this Saturday from 9 to 11 a.m.—students will collect 5 cent refundable glass, plastic and aluminum containers directly from vehicles.
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Karl Kurt has been named chief administrator of Central Rivers Area Education Agency after the board approved the current assistant chief administrator and director of human resources’ contract on Wednesday.
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Health
The Waterloo-Cedar Falls Symphony is hosting a blood drive on Saturday — donors will receive a buy-one-get-one voucher for two mezzanine tickets to a concert in the 2025-26 season.
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Sports
At the State Volleyball Tournament semifinals, Denver defeated Grundy Center in four-sets while Hinton ended Dike-New Hartford’s run in four-sets and in 1A, St. Ansgar beat Dunkerton in three-sets and Janesville swept North Tama in three-sets.
Championship matches take place today at 4:45 p.m. in 2A and 7 p.m. in 1A, with Denver aiming for a second title and Janesville seeking the championship.
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The 8-Man State High School Football Playoffs continue tonight as Don Bosco (7-2) faces defending state champion Bishop Garrigan (10-0) and Gladbrook-Reinbeck plays Edgewood-Colesburg (both 10-0).
Quarterfinal games in 1A and Class A are scheduled to start tomorrow at 7 p.m.
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Thursday night, the 7—2 Don Bosco Dons played in the 8-man State Quarterfinals on KWAY Country AM 1470 FM 96.3 as they traveled to Algona to face the undefeated Bishop Garrigan Bears with pregame at 6:30 p.m. and kickoff at 7:00 p.m.—the winning team advanced to play at the UNI-Dome.
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Cedar Falls Events
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.
Illinois State Redbirds vs. Northern Iowa Panthers Women's Basketball
Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025 · 2-5 p.m. — McLeod Center — Affordable tickets available — Enjoy an exciting college women's basketball showdown in Cedar Falls.
Candy Cane Course - Cedar Falls
Sunday, December 7th, 2025 · 9 AM – 1 PM — Blain's Farm & Fleet — Registration fee applies — Enjoy a festive 5k/12k run with great swag and family fun.