Good Day
Waterloo
Wednesday, February 11th, 2026
Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Main Street Waterloo is asking residents to share ideas for a downtown strategic plan — a survey is available to gather input — to guide future improvements in the area. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Waterloo Schools will purchase the first computer network equipment for the new high school at a cost of $580,000 (officials expect to lower expenses with federal funding). Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The long-vacant K-Mart building on University Avenue was sold for $4.2 million and will become U-Haul storage. Matt Miehe of Miehe Commercial Real Estate said the change is expected to boost local activity (including interest in a nearby property). KWWL
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Terrific Twos Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — An engaging storytime session for two year olds and their caregivers.
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Benny Gambaiani Chair Yoga
1:30-2:30 p.m. — Benny Gambaiani Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy gentle chair yoga aimed at enhancing mobility, balance, and mindfulness.
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Annual Bull and Bred Female Sale at RL Fleckvieh Limerock Ranch
1-11 p.m. — RL Fleckvieh Limerock Ranch — Auction established — Discover quality bulls and bred females at this annual cattle sale.
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STEM Lab at Waterloo Public Library
3-4 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Engage in hands-on STEM activities tailored for young explorers in grades 1-5.
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Shop the Basement!
10 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Friends Used Book Store Prices — Fill your personal library while supporting special events at the library.
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Teen Anime & Manga Club
4-5 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Discuss your favorite anime and manga while enjoying snacks and contributing to library recommendations.
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Tech Help Drop-In
11 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free — Get assistance with all things tech as library staff provide support and advice.
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Dementia Caregiver Support Group
1-2 p.m. — Friendship Village Retirement Community — Free — Connect with other caregivers in a supportive environment to share experiences and resources.
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Free Style Ice Skating Session
7:30-9:00 a.m. — Young Arena — $10 admission — A chance for ice skaters to refine routines and skills with optional private coaching.
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Public Skate at Young Arena
1-2:30 p.m. — Young Arena — $7 admission, $5 skate rental — Enjoy a fun afternoon of skating in a community-friendly environment.
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