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Community & crafts
The Cedar Falls farmers market is essential to the city’s community. Local vendors offer everything from organic produce to handcrafted jewelry. For many, it’s a go-to place to do your...
The portmanteau of jazz: TriOblique
The definition of the word portmanteau is when a single word is created out of the combination of two or more words. TriOblique was created as a portmanteau based off...
UNI soccer comes up short against St. Thomas
The University of Northern Iowa women’s soccer team welcomed the St. Thomas Tommies for the Panthers’ final non-conference matchup of the season on Thursday, Sept. 10, at the UNI Soccer...
The perfect ending to a new beginning
“My fitness [is] there; just go out and make a move.” That was what AJ Willey told himself going into the 2026 Class 4A 3,200-meter State Championship, his final competition...
The NFL takes over Australia
Nobody expected the Rams to perform as poorly as they did on Thursday. With all of the buzz around how incredible this Rams team was going to be, it was...
Black Hawk County Elections Reminds Voters to Check Voter Registration
Black Hawk County Elections Office reminds voters to register, update their information, and make sure they are prepared for the upcoming election.
Rec Recharge!
The Community Engagement Board is currently located at the Recreation and Fitness Center. The public is invited to view the board and provide comments via the feedback box.
City Day at the Cedar Falls Farmers Market
The City of Cedar Falls is excited to be at the Downtown Cedar Falls Farmers Market on Saturday, September 26, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.!
Road Closure Notice - W 22nd Street (Merner to UNI Bookstore)
Beginning Wednesday, September 16th, 2026, the contractor will begin Phase 2 of the reconstruction of W 22nd Street from Merner Avenue to the UNI Book Store.
City of Cedar Falls Maintains AAA Tax Rating
Moody's Ratings has announced that the City of Cedar Falls has maintained its general obligation unlimited tax (GOULT) Aaa rating. This is the top rating attainable by Moody’s.
BOS Proclamation: Recognizing Hunger Action Month
On Tuesday, September 8, the Black Hawk County Board of Supervisors approved a proclamation recognizing September as Hunger Action Month.
Hearst Center for the Arts Opens Fall Exhibition Season
Hearst Center for the Arts Opens Fall Exhibition Season with Shows Celebrating Iowa Makers. Details here!