Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of April.
Good morning, Waterloo.
🏘️ Community
Waterloo is activating its downtown inflatable dam today.
When fully inflated, the dam will raise the upstream river level by about four feet to boost boating and recreational activities.
🎭 Culture
Waterloo Community Playhouse will present 'Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street' Friday, offering an engaging musical thriller for local audiences.
📰 Economy
First Student—a Waterloo-based school bus service—will close on June 30, affecting 120 workers; employees were notified on April 2 via Iowa WARN.
The shutdown will take place later this year.
🎓 Education
Waterloo School District will switch to Durham Transportation after its contract with First Student ends June 30 because of a budget deficit.
The change will affect 120 employees as Durham plans to offer retained workers positions for the 2026-27 school year.
🏛️ Government
George Wyth State Park beach is closed this season due to construction and no confirmed concessionaire (other park facilities like the campground, picnic areas, and bike trails remain open).
The park aims to resume beach operations in 2027.
🏥 Health
UnityPoint Health-Allen Hospital opened a new rehab facility for cardiac and pulmonary care today in North Crossing.
The building at 2134 Logan Ave (next to UnityPoint Clinic Express) offers patients a dedicated space for recovery.
Dr. Russell Adams retired as Allen Hospital's chief medical officer after serving for seven years — he began his career as an internal medicine specialist.
🎉 Waterloo Events
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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.
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.
EDM Showcase
8-11 p.m. — Octopus — $10 — Experience a vibrant night of EDM music with local talent.
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.
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.
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.
Tech Class: Computer Basics
11 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Registration required — Explore the essentials of computer use in a friendly Q&A format.
Quilting Retreat
April 16-19 — Farmer's Daughters Quilts — Registration required — A creative getaway for quilting enthusiasts to share techniques and projects.
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.
14th Annual Cedar Valley Honor Flight Dinner and Show Fundraiser
4:30-10:30 p.m. — Electric Park Ballroom — $40/ticket — Enjoy a night of dinner, entertainment, and auctions supporting local veterans.
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