Good Day
Waterloo
Friday, March 27th, 2026
Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Waterloo Bucks are looking for host families to house college players this summer. They will hold an info meeting on Monday, Mar. 30 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at The Other Place (on University Avenue in Cedar Falls) where team officials and current host families will share details. KWWL
- ➤ The Salvation Army in Waterloo began expanding its kitchen on Thursday to improve its year-round meal program (the project is expected to be done in three to four months) as demand for hot lunches grows. KWWL
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Iowa Legislature recognized UNI's 150 years of service — a milestone celebrated on UNI Day at the Capitol that honored the school’s commitment to affordable education for Iowa students. KWWL
- ➤ Fifty-four high school robotics teams from seven states began competing yesterday in Cedar Falls at the University of Northern Iowa for the FIRST Robotics Competition Iowa Regional. Practice matches started Thursday, with qualifiers today and playoffs Saturday + events are free to the public. KWWL
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A new report by the Iowa Environmental Council and Harkin Institute finds Iowa’s cancer rates are high — linking risks from pesticides, PFAS, nitrates and radon to environmental contamination. The study advises testing for radon in homes and better water treatment for well users. KWWL
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Arabic Calligraphy Workshop for Beginners
5:30-7 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free materials provided — Discover the beauty of Arabic calligraphy and learn foundational skills in this engaging workshop.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Too many of us are not living our dreams because we are living our fears.
~ Les Brown
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