Good Day
Waterloo
Thursday, April 30th, 2026
Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Bank Iowa has named Jason Herrboldt as its new president and CEO plus he brings over 25 years of banking leadership experience; he will steer the bank to better serve Waterloo customers and support local growth. Globe Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Waterloo school board approved just over a 1% property tax increase and educator contracts to support schools for the upcoming fiscal year, with changes taking effect on July 1 following last year's steep tax hike. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
- ➤ The Waterloo Community School District approved combining East and West high school teams (volleyball, wrestling, cross country, and bowling) starting in the 2026-27 season under the Waterloo United Titans, while Waterloo United High School will open Fall 2028 with adjustments for separate 9th-grade volleyball squads and shared practice schedules. KCRG
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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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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.
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AMA Iowa Moto Series Motocross
All day — New Hartford Racing — Entry cost varies — Experience thrilling grassroots motocross racing at Iowa's premier tracks and enjoy the vibrant Iowa Moto Family.
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Shop the Basement Sale
10 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Friends Used Book Store Prices — Discover a treasure trove of books while supporting library programs.
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Dementia Caregiver Support Group
12:30-1:30 p.m. — Waverly Health Center — Free entry — A supportive space for caregivers of those with dementia to share experiences and access resources.
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Preschool Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free — A delightful reading session for young children and their caregivers to spark imagination.
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Outdoor Concert With Sorcha Irish Trio
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Hearst Center For the Arts — Free entry — Experience the vibrant Celtic sounds of the Sorcha Irish Trio live in the Sculpture Garden.
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Family Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful Saturday session of stories for all ages at the library.
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3D Archery Shoot
All day — Waverly Archery Club — Concessions available — Experience archery amidst scenic forest trails with 3D targets.
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Beginning Crochet for Tweens
3:30-4:30 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Registration required — Learn crochet basics and take home a kit to keep practicing.
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