Thursday, January 30th, 2025

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Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Elks Lodge BPOE 290 of Waterloo awarded $4,000 grants to the Black Hawk County Veterans Affairs Department and Waterloo Fire Rescue for veterans' mobility aids and safety detectors. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Democrat Ritchie Kurtenbach has been elected to the Black Hawk County Board of Supervisors, succeeding Dan Trelka. KWWL
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Union Boys Varsity Basketball vs. Aplington-Parkersburg
The Aplington-Parkersburg varsity basketball team will host a non-conference game against Union from La Porte City.
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Valentine's Pop-up Market
The Valentine's Pop-up Market features local entrepreneurs offering gifts, a Galentine's Tea experience, and spring-themed decor in Waterloo, Iowa.
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Couple Shuffle Race in Cedar Falls
The Couple Shuffle in Cedar Falls features a range of road races including 2 Mile, 5K, and 10K distances, promising a fun and engaging event for the community.
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