Good Day
Waterloo
Wednesday, April 1st, 2026
Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Northeast Iowa Food Bank will expand its facility by adding 26,000 sqft to double its food pantry and improve efficiency. The project is designed to boost capacity for local residents. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Deere Foundry invested $13.8 million in new equipment (some of which was added over the Christmas holiday) as it readies for an ag economy breakout. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Hawkeye Community College is shifting to competency-based education in select career and technical programs with a $5 million federal grant + the change will modernize its curriculum starting this academic term. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Waterloo City Council is considering a proposed $300K museum budget cut for the Grout Museum District as leaders and supporters warn reduced funds could curb exhibits + the council will decide the next fiscal year's budget on Apr. 20. KWWL
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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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Teen Journaling Club
3:30-5:00 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Registration required — A creative and relaxing space for teens to explore journaling and self-expression.
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EDM Showcase
8-11 p.m. — Octopus — $10 — Experience a vibrant night of EDM music with local talent.
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Black Hawk Gem & Mineral Show
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. — Waterloo Center for the Arts — $Varies — Discover stunning gems and minerals at this vibrant local showcase.
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