Good Day
Waterloo
Tuesday, April 21st, 2026
Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Advanced Heat Treat Corporation in Waterloo was approved for $93K in tax credits by the Iowa Economic Development Authority Board to support an expansion at its Burton Avenue facility. The planned expansion will include a new furnace line with double weight capacity to process larger parts. KWWL
- ➤ Geno's Pizza held its ribbon-cutting ceremony Monday, Apr. 20 downtown, where owner Landon Newman and Mayor Dave Boesen marked the new restaurant opening (adding a fresh dining spot to Waterloo's scene). Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A video captures scenes from the 2026 Cedar Valley Youth Poet Laureate competition, showing local young poets performing and celebrating youth arts in Waterloo + the surrounding area. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service’s weekly Crop Progress and Condition Report shows calmer skies may help local farmers resume field work after a challenging week. The report, issued from April through November (as per schedule), offers insights for Iowa’s farming community. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Stevie (one year old) is the Cedar Bend Humane Society Pet of the Week known for his active, adventurous spirit and is available for adoption now in Waterloo. Local families can contact the shelter to see if he is the right match for their home. KWWL
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Teen Writers Workshop
4:00 – 5:30 PM — Waterloo Public Library — Free — A creative space for aspiring young writers to explore their craft and share ideas.
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Clear Skin Social by Splendoré
5-7 p.m. — Splendore the Medical Spa — Join a small group of skincare enthusiasts for tips and inspiration on glowing skin.
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Adult Open Hockey
12:00-1:15 p.m. — Young Arena — $10.00 admission — Enjoy a thrilling game of hockey for adults aged 18 and up with full gear required.
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Pokemon Party
2-3:30 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Collect Pokémon cards, explore a scavenger hunt, make crafts, and enjoy snacks.
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The Texas Tenors Live Concert
2-5 p.m. — Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center — Tickets from $78 — Experience an unforgettable live performance by The Texas Tenors in Cedar Falls.
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Shop the Basement
10 AM – 1 PM — Waterloo Public Library — Friends Used Book Store Prices — Explore a treasure trove of books and support library programming.
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Bilingual Preschool Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy a bilingual storytime with engaging tales in English and ASL for preschoolers and caregivers.
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AI in Everyday Life Workshop
11 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Registration required — Explore everyday AI applications and their impacts on education and society.
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Terrific Twos Storytime
10:30-11:00 AM — Waterloo Public Library — Free event — A delightful storytime experience for toddlers and their caregivers.
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Dementia Caregiver Support Group
1-2 p.m. — StoryPoint Cedar Falls — Free entry — Connect with caregivers to share experiences and support in a welcoming environment.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.
~ Henry Ford
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