Cedar Falls Schools Hit Enrollment Landmark; Joins Urban Education Network

New Cedar Falls Schools Superintendent Andy Pattee said he was excited for the opportunities the membership could bring.

How This Student's Blog Is Paying for College

Heading to college doesn't mean you're heading into a lifetime of student loan debt. Here's how one college student turned her homework into a business that will pay off her student loans.

UPDATED WITH MORE PHOTOS: Crazy Sky, Beautiful Clouds Monday in Cedar Valley

So, Monday's clouds were pretty awesome.

Drunk Driving, Disorderly Conduct and Theft: Cedar Falls Police Blotter

The following information was provided by the Cedar Falls Police. It does not represent a conviction.

Black Hawk County Fair Kicks Off and More Things to Know Tuesday in Cedar Falls

Five things to know Tuesday in Cedar Falls.

A quick snapshot.

Sky Photos

The Paisley Fields Live @ The Hub

Drunk Driving and Public Intoxication: Cedar Falls Police Blotter

The following information was provided by the Cedar Falls Police. It does not indication a conviction.

City of Cedar Falls is Hiring, and More Iowa Jobs in the Cedar Valley

Welcome to a new weekly feature where Patch highlights job openings around the Cedar Valley.

Forget Long Lines at the Iowa DOT – Governor Unveils Online System to Renew Driver's Licenses

Gov. Terry Branstad's office revealed the new system Monday, which will allow Iowa drivers to skip the DOT office every other renewal period.

Job Opportunity

Live the Valley

What’s the Going Rate For House Painting?

How much does it cost to paint your house? Patch wants to uncover the true going rate for goods and services in town, so you'll know how much to pay for what you need. Help us out by replying in the comments. Part of our Smart Spending series.

City Council and School Board Meet Monday in Cedar Falls

Five things to know this Monday.

Shrine Bowl, State Trap Shoot, Cedar Falls Bible Conference: The Week Ahead

As you plan your week, here are some things to know about.

IA Shrine Bowl, IA State Trap Shoot, Midwest Regional Ski Tournament, CF Bible Conference, and more! Cedar Falls Hospitality Highlights for July 22, 2013

Volunteer Opportunity

Free Pizza for Breastfeeding Mom; Excuse Me, Armed Burglars; Disaster Leads to Romance: Top 9

Also, hundreds of motorcycles and cars drove a 125-mile route on a "Memorial Ride and Drive for the Girls" to remember Lyric Cook-Morrissey, 10, and Elizabeth Collins, 8, the Evansdale girls who were abducted last July and found dead in December.

Luxury, Luxury and More Luxury (and a Bargain) in this Week's Wow Homes for Sale in Iowa Real Estate Listings

Peek for your pleasure in Patch's pick of homes for sale around Iowa this week.

Officials: 911 Calls Experiencing 'Problem' Across Iowa

Emergency calls to 911 across Iowa are being affected by an outage, according to a press release sent out by Cedar Rapids Police Friday night.

Follow Live: RAGBRAI 2013 Rocks Across Iowa on Twitter

Can't make it to RAGBRAI follow the fun with real time posts.

New Cedar Falls Superintendent Andy Pattee's First Board Meeting is Monday

Superintendent Any Pattee, who started his new job leading Cedar Falls Schools on July 1, will participate in his first school board meeting in his new district.

Do You Support Hy-Vee and Other Retailers Removing Controversial Rolling Stone Issue from Shelves?

You aren't likely to find a controversial Rolling Stones magazine that features Boston Bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev in the shelves of Cedar Falls Hy-Vee and other retailers.

Another Supermoon to Rise Monday Over Cedar Falls

Look to the night sky Monday, July 22, 2013, to catch a glimpse of a "giant" moon as its fullest and closest point.

Start Up Drinks at Octopus

New Poll Says Iowans Think Branstad Has Served Long Enough - Do You Agree? Iowa Patch Poll

Iowa Gov. Terry Branstad remains popular with Iowans, according to a new poll, but many of those same voters also think he has served long enough.

Volunteer Opportunity

Cedar Falls Farmer's Market

PRAIRIE ROOT EXHIBIT OPENING AT HARTMAN

Theft and Contempt of Court: Cedar Falls Police Blotter

The following information was provided by the Cedar Falls Police. It does not indicate a conviction.

41st Annual Iowa Shrine Bowl

Movie Reviews: 'Turbo,' 'R.I.P.D.,' 'Pacific Rim' and More

Movie reviews and movie times for theaters in Cedar Falls, including "The Conjuring" and "The Heat," and "Lone Ranger." Let Patch help you decide what you're going to see this weekend.

These Preschooler's Lemonade Stand Raised $185 in Cedar Falls Thursday

The group, the 3-to-5-year-old class at the University of Northern Iowa's Child Development Center, set up their wares in front of Maucker Union Thursday morning.

Community Update

Octopus Presents: Pleasure Adapter & Touch People

Report: Obesity Rates in Cedar Falls on the Rise

Obesity is responsible for over 300,000 US deaths annually. Find out how fat our county is.

Taylor Morris and Danielle Kelly Say Cedar Valley is Inspirational; Couple Wants to Give Back

Last year, his friends organized a Glow Stick 5K Run fundraiser for injured sailor Taylor Morris. This year, Morris and his girlfriend Danielle Kelly want to use the event to pay that support forward to someone else in the community.

Octopus Presents: Pressure Drop

Octopus Presents: Maximum Ames Listening Party