Good Day
Waterloo
Saturday, January 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 3rd of January.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Lost Island Themepark's newest roller coaster, Fire Runner, was named Best New Themepark Attraction for 2025 by USA Today's 10Best Reader’s Choice Awards. Built by Rocky Mountain Construction, the single rail coaster features a 12-car train and three inversions and will open for the summer season in June in Waterloo. KWWL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Iowa has limited SNAP purchases to healthier food options since Jan. 1, banning candy and soda while favoring fresh fruits, vegetables + dairy options, which local food bank director Barb Prather said are in high demand among residents. KWWL
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ At Cedar Valley Sportsplex, people are using the new year to kick-start family fitness goals, enjoying spaces such as the basketball court+ pool+ turf to learn proper techniques. The center welcomes kids, parents, and grandparents to work out together. KWWL
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Starmont Boys Varsity Basketball Game
8-9:15 p.m. — Tripoli Middle/High School — Check ticket prices — Witness an exciting non-conference matchup as Tripoli faces Starmont in varsity basketball.
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Benny Gambaiani Chair Yoga
1:30-2:30 p.m. — Benny Gambaiani Public Library — Free entry — Engage in a gentle and accessible yoga practice designed for all abilities.
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Waverly-Shell Rock Boys Varsity Basketball vs. Grundy Center
3:30 - 4:45 p.m. — Grundy Center High School — Free entry — Cheer on the home team in this exciting non-conference basketball matchup.
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Shop the Basement!
10 AM – 1 PM — Waterloo Public Library — Special used book prices — Explore a treasure trove of books while supporting your local library events.
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Special Evening Storytime with the Waterloo Black Hawks
6-7 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy stories, crafts, and snacks with players from the Waterloo Black Hawks in this family-friendly evening event.
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Teen Writer's Workshop
4-5:30 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — A gathering for young writers to explore prompts and share creative ideas.
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Dementia Caregiver Support Group
1-2 p.m. — Friendship Village Retirement Community — Free entry — A supportive space for caregivers navigating the challenges of dementia care.
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Run Dog & Sean Tyler Live
8-11 p.m. — Octopus — $10 — Enjoy an evening of Americana, roots, and indie rock music.
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Concert featuring Katie and the Honky Tonks
8 p.m. — Octopus — $10 — Enjoy a lively night of honky-tonk music with local favorites.
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Warriors vs. Lincoln
8:30 AM - 12:30 PM — Young Arena — Free entry — Catch an exciting high school hockey match between the Warriors and Lincoln.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
No man ever steps in the same river twice, for it's not the same river and he's not the same man.
~ Heraclitus
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