Good Day
Waterloo
Tuesday, April 7th, 2026
Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of April.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Iowa farmers now face even higher fertilizer costs as the war in Iran drives up prices compared to last fall, local farmer Lance Lillibridge said. Globe Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Waterloo Community Schools has not yet decided how to reroute students after Central Middle School closes to become Waterloo United High School. Officials say a plan for adjusting elementary boundaries is expected soon. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
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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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Shop the Basement Book Sale
10 AM – 1 PM — Waterloo Public Library — Friends Used Book Store Prices — Browse an array of books while supporting library programs and events.
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Take-Home Garden Boxes Workshop
5:30-6:30 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Create your own garden box filled with plants while learning how to care for them.
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Tech Class: Computer Basics
11 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Registration required — Explore the essentials of computer use in a friendly Q&A format.
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Quilting Retreat
April 16-19 — Farmer's Daughters Quilts — Registration required — A creative getaway for quilting enthusiasts to share techniques and projects.
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Bike Maintenance & Safety Workshop for Teens
3-4:30 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Registration required — Learn essential bike maintenance tips and safety practices from bike enthusiast Ryan.
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