Good Day
Waterloo
Friday, February 13th, 2026
Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ HACAP announced Aron Brecht as its new Food Reservoir Director on Thursday in Hiawatha. Brecht, who joined HACAP as a temporary warehouse technician (and later became Community Food Systems Manager), replaced Kim Guardado who was promoted to COO last month. KCRG
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local car washes are busy as residents use spring-like temperatures to wash away winter salt and grime from their vehicles; Tommy's Express Car Wash (servicing 800 to 1,200 vehicles daily) sees drivers switching services to prevent rust. KWWL
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Farmers in north Iowa received $7.1 million in cash-back dividends from FCSAmerica, marking the 22nd consecutive year of returning net earnings to customer (owners). This payout underscores a long-term commitment to supporting local agriculture. Globe Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ AJ Cassidy is set to become the new head volleyball coach at Waterloo West High pending board approval. Cassidy (a longtime teacher since 2012 and assistant coach from 2020) is eager to build on the program’s success for the upcoming season. KWWL
- ➤ Hoover Middle School music department will host a can drive Saturday, Feb. 14 from 9 to 11 a.m. Students will collect drink containers (glass, plastic, aluminum) directly from vehicles to earn a 5 cent refund. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
- ➤ Waterloo School District held a town hall meeting last night for the search for United High School's first principal and introduced two finalist candidates. A second town hall is set for this evening from 6-8 p.m. at East High School for community feedback. KWWL
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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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Wisconsin Badgers vs Northern Iowa Panthers Wrestling
1-3 p.m. — McLeod Center — Check for ticket details — Experience an exciting collegiate wrestling showdown between two fierce competitors.
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Shop the Basement!
10 AM – 1 PM — Waterloo Public Library — Proceeds support library programming — Explore a treasure trove of books at affordable prices and help make room for new inventory.
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