Good morning, Waterloo.

Black Hawk Park reopened at 7 a.m. today for day use after closing on Apr.

4 due to flooding, and County Conservation staff are preparing the campground for visitors.

After a severe storm dropped baseball-sized hail, Waterloo repair shops face delays as damaged cars pile up and some customers may wait weeks for repairs.

Rydell Chevrolet’s General Manager Jeff Smock says insurance claims are rising + repair costs have escalated.

Local cities and organizations in Cedar Valley will host Earth Day and Arbor Day events this week (details coming soon) to celebrate our planet.

The events feature tree planting and other environmental activities at various regional sites.

City officials confirmed that the Grout Museum District secured full city funding for fiscal year 2027 — a decision that will support upcoming exhibits and community programs.

Waterloo officials closed the Cedar Valley Lakes Trail from Vinton Street to the east border for emergency sewer repairs, a measure expected to last up to six weeks.

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.

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.

Pokemon Party

2-3:30 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Collect Pokémon cards, explore a scavenger hunt, make crafts, and enjoy snacks.

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.

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.

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.

AI in Everyday Life Workshop

11 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Registration required — Explore everyday AI applications and their impacts on education and society.

Terrific Twos Storytime

10:30-11:00 AM — Waterloo Public Library — Free event — A delightful storytime experience for toddlers and their caregivers.

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.

Waverly Art Walk

10 AM – 4 PM — Kohlmann Park — Free entry — Explore original art from talented tri-state artists in a vibrant open-air gallery setting.