Good morning, Waterloo.

An SUV leaving the roadway on Mullan Ave. just before 7:30 p.m. Friday struck a 9 year old child in Waterloo, who died shortly after arriving at the hospital—while the 71 year old driver was treated for minor injuries as police investigated the incident.

Two teenagers were charged for a robbery attempt (that took place over the weekend) in Waterloo.

The Proud Image and River City choruses will perform 'America in Harmony' at West High School on Saturday, April 12—doors open at 2:30 p.m. Guest quartet Triple Threat will join the show, and the two groups, which have over 65 members together, are expected to draw a good crowd.

Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird released her office’s report on the top ten scams of 2024; the report counted over 3,900 complaints covering more than 30 fraud types.

The report noted auto issues, internet scams, imposter schemes and home improvement problems as major complaints — a warning for Iowans to stay alert.

LifeServe Blood Center will hold five blood drives in Black Hawk County during April.

Learn and Make: 1,000 Origami Paper Cranes

7-8 p.m. — Cedar Falls Public Library — Registration required — Explore the art of origami while learning about the cultural significance of folding 1,000 paper cranes.

Weekly Quilters Meeting

10 a.m. — 1122 W 11th St, Waterloo, IA — Free entry — Gather with local quilters every Thursday morning to share tips and create beautiful quilts.

Joel Sires Concert

8-11 p.m. — Octopus — $10 — Experience the soulful sounds of Folk and Americana with Joel Sires and friends.

Cedar Falls Area - Pop Up Picnic Date Night for Couples

6-10 p.m. — Cedar Falls Park — Donation based — Enjoy a self-guided picnic date night with fun activities designed to strengthen your relationship.

2024 Clark Cup USHL Playoffs

April 14-30 — Young Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience exciting junior hockey action as teams vie for the Clark Cup championship.

Octopus Team Trivia Night

8-10 p.m. — Octopus — No cover — Test your knowledge with a fun trivia theme focused on CARBS.

Octopus Comedy Open Mic

8-10 p.m. — Octopus — No cover — Enjoy a fun night of laughs at the local open mic comedy night.

Maundy Thursday Service

6:30-7:30 p.m. — St. Ansgar Lutheran Church — No tickets required — Participate in a meaningful Maundy Thursday service with a Bread Meal.

Winterland - Grateful Dead Tribute

8-11 p.m. — Octopus — $10 — Experience a night filled with the soulful tunes of the Grateful Dead at your local bar.

Easter Weekend Concert

5-8:30 p.m. — Wartburg-Waverly Sports & Wellness Center — Free entry — Celebrate Easter weekend with a free Christian concert and a BMX performance.