Good morning, Waterloo.

Applications for Cedar Valley Veterans Way banners are open now to honor local veterans, and banners will be displayed along Waterloo’s Fourth Street from the Grout Museum to Sullivan Park.

North Iowa job postings are available today as local employers seek new talent; interested job seekers can visit online listings + review details to apply.

The North Iowa STEM festival offered more than 20 booths with interactive activities for kindergarten and older children at MCHS Field House.

The event featured an indoor planetarium from the Area Education Agency and showcased drones, robotics and crafts.

La Porte Road reopened to traffic south of San Marnan Drive today, the City of Waterloo said.

Bopp Street intersection remains closed for Phase 1 with work to finish in spring – Phase 2 will begin at the Ridgeway Avenue intersection in May or June.

A Waterloo surgeon completed Iowa's first implantable shock absorber for the knee, a device designed to reduce weight on the joint + ease pain, preserve function, and potentially delay replacement surgery.

Developers shared preliminary design concepts for the transformation of Crossroads Mall into an outdoor shopping and entertainment center (including restaurants, retail spaces, and community gathering areas) during a webinar.

Demolition began last month, and the project will be built in phases over the next five to eight years.

Run Dog & Sean Tyler Live

8-11 p.m. — Octopus — $10 — Enjoy an evening of Americana, roots, and indie rock music.

Concert featuring Katie and the Honky Tonks

8 p.m. — Octopus — $10 — Enjoy a lively night of honky-tonk music with local favorites.

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.

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.

Slam Poetry Night

7-9 p.m. — Octopus — No cover — Experience the art of spoken word with local talent at this engaging poetry night.

Octopus Comedy Open Mic

8-10 p.m. — Octopus — No cover — Enjoy a night of laughs at the local comedy open mic.

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.

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.

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.

Public Skate Session

1-2:30 p.m. — Young Arena — Admission $7, Skate Rental $5 — Enjoy a fun and safe public skating experience for all ages.