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A salute to the red, white, and blue! The City of Cedar Falls and the University of Northern Iowa are proud to present Fireworks Over the Dome on Thursday, July 2, celebrating 50 years of Sturgis Falls festivity, 150 years of UNI, and America 250.

This free community fireworks show will begin at approximately 9:40 p.m. at the intermural fields west of the UNI Dome (2501 Hudson Road in Cedar Falls). Parking lots and green spaces will open at 7:00 p.m.

The public can get full information on the event and view the map at www.cedarfallstourism.org/fireworks.

The show will be broadcast live with an accompanying soundtrack on 93.5 The Mix. Guests can enjoy on-site concessions for sale courtesy of UNI Athletics.

"We are thrilled to bring back Fireworks Over the Dome this year," said Cedar Falls Mayor Danny Laudick. "After unfortunately needing to cancel last year's show, we’re looking forward to bringing a show this year that will be over double the size of our original show in 2024 (thank you to our sponsors for stepping up). And with so many generational milestones for Sturgis Falls, UNI and our U.S. Constitution this year, there's no better time for us to come together as a community to celebrate."

Fireworks Over the Dome is sponsored by the University of Northern Iowa; Veridian Credit Union; Mudd Advertising; Martin Brothers Distributing; Dan Deery Motors; Hy-Vee – Cedar Falls; Camping World; Viking Pump; and the Laudick Family.

Anyone know where to find those hand drawn posters of cedar falls or Waterloo with all the landmarks on it?

The City of Cedar Falls Presents: Fireworks Over the Dome @ The University of Northern Iowa Get Ready to Salute The Red White and Blue at the biggest and boldest Fireworks Over The Dome yet as we celebrate 50 years of the Sturgis Falls Celebration, 150 years of UNI, and America 250 on July 2nd, 2026 at the UNI-Dome! Bring your lawn chairs and your patriotic spirit; parking lots and green spaces open at 7:00 PM. Concessions will be served by UNI Athletics, and at 9:40 PM all eyes will turn to the sky as the night explodes into the region’s most spectacular fireworks display, with music broadcasted by 93.5 The Mix.. It’s an unforgettable night of community and celebration you won’t want to miss!

https://www.cedarfallstourism.org/landing-pages/fireworks-over-the-dome.aspx

RIVER SURFING Registration Begins January 15 *This Program is Delivered by CrawDaddy Outdoors Location: Gateway River Park
Age: 10 years & Older $20/Person Clinic 2 June 7 1:30-4:00pm

Experience river surfing, the fastest growing river sport in the Midwest, at Cedar Falls’ brand new Gateway River Park! Learn the principles of river safety, basic surf techniques and how to read eddylines, then progress to successfully body surfing the waves in a single class. Unlike ocean surfing, the river’s constant waves allow you to continually practice and refine your skills without having to wait for the next wave. Taught by experienced guides from CrawDaddy Outdoors, this class features a small student-to-teacher ratio for plenty of hands-on instruction and time to play in the river! All required gear will be provided, including surfboards, helmets and personal flotation devices. We suggest you wear a good pair of water shoes with secure straps, long sleeve sun/water shirt and tights or leggings to protect your skin.

Sign up here: https://secure.rec1.com/IA/cedar-falls-ia-/catalog

Series overview

Friday, June 5, 7–9 p.m. Cedar Terrace Park, Waterloo

Snozzberries with their classic or “retro” rock & roll sound. Energetic and entertaining performances will have you dancing and singing along!

Join us for the 2nd annual movies under the stars in the Hearst Garden. BYO blanket, chair, snacks, and beverages. Fun for all ages!

THE NEVERENDING STORY, 1984 (PG) Tuesday, June 2 at 8:45 p.m. Directed by Wolfgang Petersen; Written by Herman Weigel and Wolfgang Petersen On his way to school, Bastian ducks into a bookstore to avoid bullies. Sneaking away with a book called The Neverending Story, Bastian begins reading it in the school attic. The novel is about Fantasia, a fantasy land threatened by “The Nothing,” a darkness that destroys everything it touches.

THE NEVERENDING STORY II: THE NEXT CHAPTER, 1990 (PG) Tuesday, June 30 at 8:45 p.m. Directed by George T. Miller; Written by Karin Howard After having been in the magical land of Fantasia in The Neverending Story, young Bastian is having trouble in the real world. Feeling abandoned by his overworked father, Barney, he picks up the book that led to his first adventure. He hears the voice of Fantasia’s ruler, the Childlike Empress, telling him that her land needs help. Bastian returns to the kingdom, now threatened by a sorceress named Xayide.

As summer approaches, the community is reminded that parking is FREE in the municipal lots in the College Hill area from June 1 to July 31. This is located at the 22nd Street West Lot and the 22nd Street East-South Lot.

To learn more about parking in Cedar Falls, visit bit.ly/parkingCF.

> Waterloo police arrested 34-year-old YouTuber Beau James Bish for misdemeanor disorderly conduct for allegedly blocking a sidewalk after he was removed from a Dec. 15 meeting where he criticized then-Council Member John Chiles.

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> Assistant Black Hawk County Attorney Brad Walz, who is prosecuting Bish, said Bish's case is different because of Chiles' status as a juror. Walz argued Bish was directing harassment at Chiles under the guise of political speech.

> "The state’s interest in preserving the integrity and fairness of the jury system justifies any limitation on protected free speech imposed by (the jury tampering statute). Such speech is not protected by the First Amendment," Walz said.

> Walz said Bish also used offensive language during the council meeting, calling Chiles a "rat" and a "little boy."

> Chiles is Black and Bish is white.