Good morning, Waterloo.

Waterloo City Council proposed a $300,000 budget cut that may lower the Grout Museum District’s funding by 20% and risk reducing programs supporting local veterans with Coffee & Camaraderie.

Budget hearings will start on March 30 to explore options.

Dr. Russell Adams, a longtime physician at Allen Hospital and chief medical officer for UnityPoint Health-Waterloo, will retire on April 6, marking the end of an extensive career at the hospital.

A new report from experts at the Iowa Environmental Council + The Harkin Institute shows that environmental factors may raise cancer risk here, and the groups say there is enough evidence to prompt more preventive actions.

The UNI Panthers softball team beat the University of Illinois Fighting Illini 10-4 on Tuesday, securing their first Big Ten win of the season; the team exploded with seven runs in the first inning and hit key home runs by Breynn Acton and Kate Lappe.

Water Safety for Teens

3:00 – 4:30 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Registration required — Learn essential water safety skills in a fun and engaging setting with the Cedar Valley Sportsplex.

Rush Cleveland Trio Performance

8-11 p.m. — Octopus — No cover — Enjoy a lively evening with the Rush Cleveland Trio at your friendly neighborhood bar.

Public Skate

1-2:30 p.m. — Young Arena — Admission $7, Skate Rental $5 — Enjoy a fun skating session with friends and family at the local rink.

ISU Gardening Series

5:30-6:30 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Learn innovative gardening techniques from expert Master Gardeners at Iowa State University.

Gladbrook-Reinbeck Boys JV Soccer Match

6:30-8:15 p.m. — Hudson High School — Free entry — Watch the Hudson JV soccer team take on Gladbrook-Reinbeck in a non-conference match.

Tech Help Drop-In

11 AM – 12 PM — Waterloo Public Library — Free assistance — Get tech support from knowledgeable staff for all your device-related questions.

Union JV Soccer Match at Aplington-Parkersburg

6:30-8:15 p.m. — Aplington-Parkersburg High School — Free entry — Catch the thrilling non-conference JV soccer match as Aplington-Parkersburg faces off against Union.

First Friday Flick

10:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Catch a new release or classic film with free popcorn and soda.

Brunch with the Easter Bunny

9-11 a.m. — SingleSpeed Brewing Co. — $19 for Adults, $8 for Children (3-12 years) — Celebrate Easter with all-you-can-eat breakfast, crafts, and pictures with the Easter Bunny.

Shop the Basement!

10 AM – 1 PM — Waterloo Public Library — Friends Used Book Store Prices — Explore the basement stocked with books and support library programs.