Frankie’s Ice Cream Parlor to open in renovated 1870s Cedar Falls train depot
By Anelia K. Dimitrova A historic building in downtown Cedar Falls is getting a new life this summer and a new purpose to serve the community. The Cedar Falls Depot…
Sisters open ALIGN fitness studio on College Hill
By Lily Munnik What started as a shared love for movement and an idea inspired by fitness classes outside of Iowa has become one of Cedar Falls’ newest fitness studios.…
Local entrepreneurs shine at first Cedar Falls Night Market
By Brady Reeves Cedar Falls debuted its first-ever Night Market Wednesday evening, creating a new opportunity for local entrepreneurs to connect with customers while drawing residents downtown to enjoy a…
From the Sartoris to my own family, the story of the iconic house at 603 Clay Street in Cedar Falls is full of history and memories
By Lily Munnik A house is a gathering place for memories. For me, living my formative years in one of the iconic homes in Cedar Falls shaped my universe and…
Cedar Bend Humane Society expands impact with new Outreach and Education Center
By Brady Reeves Dogs splashed in a small pool, climbed over obstacles and explored new play areas Tuesday as Cedar Bend Humane Society celebrated the opening of its new Outreach…
Olympic skateboarder brings spotlight to Cedar Falls parks initiative
By Brady Reeves Austrian Olympic skateboarder Julia Brueckler made her first visit to Cedar Falls Thursday, bringing world-class experience to a community conversation about the future of specialty recreation spaces…
Cedar Falls Municipal Band opens 2026 season, celebrates 135-year legacy
By Lily Munnik As the sun set over Cedar Falls Overman Park on Tuesday evening, families unfolded lawn chairs, children danced across the grass and longtime music lovers settled in…
Enshayan wins Dem nod for District 3 supervisor, primary results for Back Hawk County
By Cole Fox Primary election results in Black Hawk County were audited on June 4, as required by Iowa law, a process that ensures transparency, among other things, Black Hawk…
The Falls Aquatic Center welcomes community for 20th season on May 30
By Cole Fox Getting ready for the opening of the Cedar Falls Aquatic Center every season resembles the hectic run up to the opening performance of a play at the…
Hero Hall dedicated on Memorial Day at the Mall at College Square in Cedar Falls
A mission to make the Mall at College Square in Cedar Falls a space for community events took the shape of a dedication on Memorial Day, May 25, 2026, when…