Cedar Falls Wednesday Roundup: Holiday Camp and Deputy of the Year

Deck the House:

Do you have amazing lights like the ones in this picture? Show off your cheer - there are only a few days left to enter Patch's Deck The House contest, which could win $100,000 for Cedar Falls schools. What better gift could you get for our kids this holiday season?

Safety First:

With all these holiday lights, along candles, space heaters and cooking holiday meals, fires are a risk. The City of Cedar Falls offers these tips to keep safe during the holidays.

Winter Camp:

Looking for something for your young ones to do over the school break? Registration is open for Holiday Break Camp - Winter Wonderland at the . The camp is Dec. 27 to Dec. 30. Painting, creating woven wall hangings, snacks and New Year's cheer will keep kids busy and creative while school's out. Visit the city website for information on times and prices.

Deputy of the Year:

The Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier reports Deputy Joe Stafford has been awarded the 2011 Deputy of the Year Award in Black Hawk County. Big congrats to Stafford from Patch!

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