Daily editionSunday, December 7th, 2025
Good morning, Cedar Falls.
The Good Day Cedar Falls Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 7th of December.
Business
The Salvation Army will open its new thrift store on Friday, Dec. 12 at 6322 University Ave in Cedar Falls.
The store will operate from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
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Culture
Cedar Falls will host Swing Into 2026 at Jorgensen Plaza’s Diamond Event Center from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. on New Year's Eve, featuring a buffet dinner and live music by the Cedar Valley Big Band with champagne toasts each hour.
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Government
City officials opened a temporary municipal parking lot on 2nd Street West at the former U.S. Bank site to ease parking near Main Street, offering free four-hour parking Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. until spring 2026 — parking passes are available online for longer stays.
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Cedar Falls Events
Dolly Parton's Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol
Friday, December 12th, 2025 · 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
Sunday, December 14th, 2025 · 2-5 p.m. — Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center — Celebrate the spirit of the season with wonderful music performed by community choirs.
Waterloo-Cedar Falls Symphony New Year's Eve Celebration
Wednesday, December 31st, 2025 · 8-11 p.m. — Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center — $40 after-party admission — Celebrate the New Year with the vibrant rhythms of Orquesta Alto Maíz and an exciting after-party experience.