Tuesday, January 21st, 2025

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Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ AARP Tax-Aide provides free tax preparation and e-filing for individuals of all ages with low to moderate incomes from Feb. 3 to April 15, by appointment. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
- ➤ On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, volunteers at the 'Pack the Dome' event in Cedar Falls, Iowa, assemble 60,000 food bags for children facing food insecurity, emphasizing community collaboration and support. KWWL
- ➤ At the 46th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Banquet, entrepreneur ReShonda Young shared her journey of overcoming obstacles to achieve her dreams, mirroring the resilience and hope embodied by Dr. King. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Cold Weather Advisory and Extreme Cold Warning are in effect for north central and northeastern Iowa, with wind chills as low as 36 below zero expected. KWWL
SHOP NEWS
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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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Cedar Falls Community Blood Drive
The Cedar Falls Community Blood Drive will take place at First United Methodist Church, providing an opportunity for local residents to donate blood and support their community.
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Forest City Varsity Basketball Match Against Waverly-Shell Rock
The Forest City varsity basketball team will compete against Waverly-Shell Rock in a non-conference game at Waverly-Shell Rock High School.
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Octopus New Band and Emerging Artist Night
This monthly event showcases new bands and emerging artists, providing a platform for local talent in a relaxed bar setting with no cover charge.
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Arts and Crafts Supply Swap
A community event where participants can exchange extra or unused art supplies, fostering creativity and resourcefulness.
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Back Pocket Band Performance at Octopus
The popular local band Back Pocket will perform a lively set featuring retro Pop, Funk, and Rock music at Octopus in Cedar Falls.
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