Monday, January 27th, 2025

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Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 27th of January.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 13-year-old boy named Parker Wright is facing a long recovery after being critically injured in a shooting incident in Waterloo, Iowa, with his mother, Lisa Metz, highlighting the severe impact on their family and setting up a GoFundMe for medical expenses. KWWL
SHOP NEWS
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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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Take Your Child to the Library Day Celebration
A family-friendly event at the Waterloo Public Library featuring a puppet show, scavenger hunt, and various library-themed activities aimed at young children.
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Grand Shanghai Circus Performance
The Grand Shanghai Circus showcases extraordinary athletes who perform gravity-defying acts rooted in over two thousand years of Chinese circus tradition.
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Shop the Basement Book Sale
This event offers a chance to browse and purchase a variety of books from the basement inventory of the Waterloo Public Library.
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Women's Study: Experiencing God
This weekly study aims to deepen attendees' understanding of living a God-centered life through exploration of key Christian truths.
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Friends Memory Café at Hartman Reserve Nature Center
A supportive monthly gathering for individuals with dementia and their caregivers, featuring refreshments and nature-related activities.
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Family Movie Night: The Wild Robot
This monthly event at the Waterloo Public Library offers families the chance to enjoy a film together along with popcorn and drinks.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
You will never be able to escape from your heart. So it's better to listen to what it has to say.
~ Paulo Coelho
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