Cedar River expected to crest on Sunday
As our area continues to experience rainfall this summer, the City of Cedar Falls reminds the community to be prepared for severe weather emergencies by signing up for flood notifications…
Cedar Falls ordinance permits consumer fireworks July 3, 4, 5, zero tolerance policy for violators
Fire Chief Zolondek on using consumer fireworks in town: Just be a good neighbor A city ordinance, which was amended recently by the council, governs the use of consumer fireworks…
Council approves agreement with Lawn City LLC for event venue in downtown Cedar Falls
By Anelia K. Dimitrova You may have noticed a new logo in downtown Cedar Falls, announcing the upcoming arrival of a new venue, called Lawn City. It is expected to…
Day camp helps youth learn about grief and loss
On Wednesday, July 16, Cedar Valley Hospice will welcome youth ages 5-12 to its game-themed grief camp. A special opening ceremony will kick off the 9th annual day camp, which…
Allison Rank to helm UNI’s Center for Civic Education
By UNI University Relations CEDAR FALLS, Iowa – The University of Northern Iowa is pleased to announce Allison Rank as the founding director of its new Center for Civic Education.…
Longtime school leader Lisa Remy receives Educational Leadership Legacy Award
By UNI University Relations CLIVE, Iowa – Lisa Remy, executive director of the School Administrators of Iowa (SAI) and former school superintendent for West Des Moines Community Schools, has received…
City crews clean up downed trees, branches after severe thunderstorm rolls through Cedar Falls
By Anelia K. Dimitrova A severe thunderstorm that rolled through Cedar Falls on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, left behind downed trees and branches. About 15 crews from the city fanned…
Cedar Falls celebrates Gateway River Park grand opening with ribbon-cutting, fun river activities
By Anelia K. Dimitrova A river renaissance is underway in Cedar Falls and on June 7, 2025, the grand opening of Gateway River Park marked the occasion with a ribbon-cutting…
RAGBRAI route inspection team arrives in Cedar Falls ahead of July 24 overnight stop
By Anelia K. Dimitrova A group of 24 riders, inspecting the route for this year’s 52nd Register Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa (RAGBRAI), rolled through Cedar Falls on Thursday…
Randy Pilkington to retire from UNI Business & Community Services after nearly 40 years
By UNI University Relations CEDAR FALLS, Iowa – After 38 years of leading economic development outreach efforts at the University of Northern Iowa, Randy Pilkington will retire from the role…