Good Day
Waterloo
Sunday, March 29th, 2026
Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 29th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Bobby-Ques opened Saturday at 11:15 a.m. and drew a long line as locals picked up smoked ribs, brisket, pulled pork & chicken until supplies ran out. Owner Robert Welch, executive director of the Tri County Child & Family Development Council, said the restaurant marks his next step in serving Waterloo. KWWL
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Hawkeye Community College is expanding career training programs that equip local students with skills to meet today's job market demands. The institution has built Iowa's future workforce for 60 years + now focuses on hands-on learning for modern challenges. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The city now owns Southbridge Mall after ending a deal with a developer who missed financial commitments; officials say planning for a revival is underway. Globe Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Waterloo Bucks will hold an informational night for prospective host families as they prepare for the 2026 season in Waterloo. The team hopes the event will guide community members on supporting them next season. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
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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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Teen Writers Workshop
4-5:30 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — A creative space for teen writers to share ideas and work on prompts.
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PIPAC’s Spring Summit
8:30 AM – 5:00 PM — Bien Venu Event Center — Registration fee required — Dive into industry insights and innovations in health and life insurance.
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~ Tony Robbins
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