Good Day
Waterloo
Wednesday, January 14th, 2026
Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Dancing for the Dream is scheduled for March 28 and will raise funds for North Iowans with disabilities and mental health needs — the event includes a dance competition, live and silent auctions, and a raffle. Globe Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ New leaders at North Iowa Youth Center plan to expand its literacy program (by increasing the book collection) to support local youth. The center will soon offer more reading materials to help boost learning. Globe Gazette
- ➤ Waterloo Schools approved programs to support at-risk students on Monday and requested $4 million in state funding to cover these initiatives. Officials say the funding will help maintain essential support services for the students. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
- ➤ Waterloo Schools is seeking a new principal for Waterloo United High School and has outlined a construction timeline for facility upgrades+ the district says the plan will help the community prepare for upcoming changes. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Waterloo West beat Cedar Rapids Washington 64-56 in the boys basketball game, snapping a 5-game losing streak. The team looks to build on its win in upcoming matchups. KWWL
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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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Public Skate Session
1-2:30 p.m. — Young Arena — $7 admission, $5 skate rental — Enjoy a fun afternoon skating with family and friends at Young Arena.
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Slam Poetry Night
7-9 p.m. — Octopus — No cover — Experience the art of spoken word with local talent at this engaging poetry night.
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Octopus Comedy Open Mic
8-10 p.m. — Octopus — No cover — Enjoy a night of laughs at the local comedy open mic.
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SAFe® 5.1 Lean Portfolio Management Training
Jan 22-23 — Waterloo Iowa — Early Bird $1299 — Acquire vital tools for Lean Portfolio Management to enhance your organizational effectiveness.
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Adult Open Hockey
12:15-1:30 p.m. — Young Arena — $10 admission — Lace up for some fun on the ice with fellow hockey enthusiasts.
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Farmers Market Workshop
9 AM – 3 PM — Waterloo Center for the Arts — Free entry — Connect with vendors and learn about farmers market opportunities in the Cedar Valley.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Alex Hormozi
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