Good Day
Waterloo
Friday, May 1st, 2026
Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ St. Paul's UMC will host a beef and noodle dinner Saturday from 4 to 6 p.m. at 207 W. Louise St. The event costs $12 for adults and $6 for children 10 and younger. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
- ➤ Goodwill stores in Cedar Valley are struggling to keep shelves stocked as donations drop, affecting job training and community programs. Local officials encourage residents to donate at any Cedar Valley location. KWWL
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local owners of The Mall at College Square are introducing a new management approach to attract businesses and promote growth in the area. More details on the strategy are expected soon. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Lost Island Themepark was voted among USA Today’s top 10 parks for 2026 after its Fire Runner coaster was named Best New Theme Park Attraction in January. The park continues to attract visitors with its award-winning ride. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
- ➤ Sturgis Falls Celebration has announced its main stage music lineup for this year's festival. The Dirty Rotten Scoundrels and Electric Avenue will perform on June 26 while The Pork Tornadoes and Not Quite Brothers will perform on June 27 at the festival. KWWL
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Waterloo Community School District Board approved a three-year contract that gives teachers a $250 base wage increase starting this school year and a $1,000 boost for 2027-28 while opening wage negotiations for 2028-29; the Education Association celebrated the move as its first win in a decade. KCRG
- ➤ Waterloo FFA will host its Spring Plant Sale at the Waterloo Career Center with student-grown annuals, vegetables, and hanging baskets available for purchase on Thursday and Friday (4 to 8 p.m.) and Saturday (8 a.m. to noon). KWWL
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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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Bilingual Preschool Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful storytime for preschoolers in both English and ASL.
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