Good morning, Cedar Falls.

Free holiday meal events are feeding thousands in Cedar Falls as local groups work to supply warm meals and festive treats + organizers say the events support many families during the holiday season.

Shelly Christensen, a 36-year-old assistant director of campus visits at UNI, leads every campus tour and is focused on giving back to the community—she makes sure visitors feel welcomed.

The Metro Boys High School Basketball teams played in the Metro Jamboree on Tuesday at Waterloo Columbus — Waterloo East beat Denver 27—24, Waterloo West outscored Cedar Ridge Christian 25—16, Cedar Falls defeated Benton Community 40—24, and Waterloo Columbus overcame Don Bosco 31—16.

Area boys were named All-State by the Iowa Football Coaches Association as players earned spots on 1st and 2nd Teams across classes, with Matthew Langner and Ian Sedgwick from Class 4A earning 2nd Team honors, Cody Koepke in 2A receiving 1st Team recognition, and others from Sumner-Fredericksburg, Wapsie Valley and Don Bosco also honored—showing strong local talent.

Tuesday night, the UNI volleyball team swept Drake at the McLeod Center to win the Missouri Valley Conference Tournament for the fourth season in a row — the men's basketball team beat Loyola 72-51.

Illinois State Redbirds vs. Northern Iowa Panthers Women's Basketball

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

9 AM – 1 PM — Blain's Farm & Fleet — Registration fee applies — Enjoy a festive 5k/12k run with great swag and family fun.

Dolly Parton's Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol

7-8:30 p.m. — Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a heartwarming musical adaptation of the classic holiday tale with Dolly Parton's enchanting songs.

A Bel Canto Christmas

2-5 p.m. — Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center — Celebrate the spirit of the season with wonderful music performed by community choirs.