Good Day
Waterloo
Thursday, February 26th, 2026
Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of February.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Revolution Concrete Mixers plans to invest millions to expand operations in Waverly by converting a former C-M-I Roadbuilding facility, which will create 250 to 275 jobs. The company will host a hiring event in Waterloo Monday, March 2 (9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.). KWWL
- ➤ North Iowa has released new job postings for residents seeking work. Interested applicants can review the listings online to learn about available career opportunities. Globe Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Hawkeye Community College will charge $241 per credit hour plus a student activity fee for in-state students next school year after the Board approved a nearly 3% tuition hike to cover rising costs for utilities, salaries and services on campus. KWWL
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Agile Classroom Training
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Waterloo WorkSpace — $949 — Enhance your career with this comprehensive one-day Agile and Scrum training course.
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$5-a-Bag Friends Public Book Sale
$5-a-Bag Friends Public Book Sale — 9 AM – 2 PM — Waterloo Public Library — $5 per bag — Fill your bag with great books while supporting local library events.
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LEGO Lab
3–4 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Unleash creativity at this fun LEGO building session with an ocean theme for kids.
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Shop the Basement Book Sale
10 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Entry proceeds benefit library programs — Browse a treasure trove of books and support local initiatives.
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Dementia Caregiver Support Group
12:30-1:30 p.m. — Waverly Health Center — Free entry — Connect with fellow caregivers while your loved ones enjoy music therapy.
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Preschool Storytime
10:30-11:00 AM — Waterloo Public Library — Free — A delightful storytelling session for preschoolers and their caregivers.
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Breastfeeding Class
6:30-8:30 p.m. — UnityPoint Health - Allen Hospital — Free entry — Learn essential breastfeeding skills with guidance from a certified lactation consultant.
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The Ultimate Brew and Build Battle
5-7 p.m. — Scooter's Coffee — Free entry — An exciting hands-on showdown where coffee meets creativity in Waterloo's community space.
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Cedar Falls Comic Con
10 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Holiday Inn & Suites Cedar Falls — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate all things comic and pop culture with a weekend full of fun for the whole family.
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Eastern Iowa Home & Landscaping Show
10 AM – 3 PM — Waterloo Convention Center — Free entry — Explore innovative ideas for home, lawn, and garden improvements from local experts.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Desire is a contract you make with yourself to be unhappy until you get what you want.
~ Naval Ravikant
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