Saturday, January 11th, 2025

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Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ In Waterloo, Iowa, a group has been gathering every Friday to express support for immigrants, highlighting the importance of welcoming those seeking a better life or fleeing persecution. KCRG
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Waterloo man was sentenced to over three years in prison for illegally possessing a firearm, following threats made with a gun at his home. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Black Hawk/Bremer League of Women Voters will host a forum for Board of Supervisors candidates on Thursday, offering the public a chance to ask questions. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
- ➤ Mayor Quentin Hart shared Waterloo's 2024 achievements and challenges, highlighting statewide awards, infrastructure improvements, and efforts to mitigate business closures and job losses. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ MercyOne birth centers reported assisting in the births of 8,514 babies in 2024, revealing Elijah, Luke/Lucas, Noah, Jack, Miles, Ivy, Elle, Evelyn, Lilly/Lillian, and Aurora as the year's top baby names. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
SPORTS NEWS
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Cedar Valley Winter Farmers' Market
This winter market offers local produce and goods every Tuesday to Saturday throughout January 2025 at the Cedar Valley Winter Farmers Market in Waterloo.
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Tech Assistance Drop-In at Waterloo Public Library
This event offers personalized technology assistance, enabling attendees to get help with their devices and questions from knowledgeable staff.
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2nd Annual Leader Valley Gala
This formal event will celebrate and support Leader Valley's mission while raising funds for Cedar Valley Leader in Me students through an evening of networking, dinner, and entertainment.
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Columbus Girls Varsity Basketball Game Against Waterloo East
The Columbus girls varsity basketball team will compete in a non-conference game against Waterloo East at Waterloo East High School.
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Preschool Storytime at Waterloo Public Library
A weekly storytelling session designed for children ages three to five and their caregivers at the Waterloo Public Library.
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Cedar Valley Winter Farmers' Market
This winter market in Waterloo offers fresh produce and local goods from November through January.
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Cedar Valley Winter Farmers' Market
The Cedar Valley Winter Farmers' Market offers a variety of local produce and goods from November to January in Waterloo, IA.
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Cedar Valley Winter Farmers' Market
The Cedar Valley Winter Farmers' Market offers local produce and goods every Tuesday to Saturday from November to January in Waterloo, IA.
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Cedar Valley Winter Farmers' Market
The Cedar Valley Farmers' Market is a winter market offering local produce and goods every Tuesday to Saturday from late fall to the end of January.
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Iowa Boat, RV, and Vacation Show
The event showcases a variety of fishing boats, pontoons, campers, and related outdoor activities, along with expert seminars and resources for outdoor enthusiasts.
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