Good Day
Waterloo
Wednesday, May 13th, 2026
Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 13th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Sullivan Brothers VFW Post 1623 in Waterloo closed after years of struggling as membership dropped. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Waterloo Historic Preservation Commission has named Cierra Newman and Pinecrest Construction LLC as its 2026 honorees; awards will be presented tomorrow (Thursday) to honor their work in preserving local heritage. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
- ➤ Cedar Valley Arboretum & Botanic Gardens is celebrating its 30th anniversary; the 40-acre oasis was founded in 1996 and sits just east of Hawkeye Community College (1927 E. Orange Road). Locals can expect more details on anniversary events soon. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Waterloo Schools will add five minutes to the school day for the 2026-27 year, with elementary students attending from 8:45 a.m. to 3:50 p.m. and secondary students from 7:40 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
- ➤ Josh Barta has been appointed as assistant principal at Waterloo Career Center for the 2026-27 school year. The Waterloo Schools Board approved his appointment Monday night and he will begin his new role when classes start. KWWL
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Casey Lake at Hickory Hills Park reopened after a two-year restoration led by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources and Black Hawk County Conservation. The project improved water quality for local fish and enhanced recreation for the park's roughly 25,000 annual visitors. KWWL
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Waterloo Black Hawks and head coach Scott Gordon parted ways (16-42-4 record in one season). The team will announce updates to its hockey operations staff later. KWWL
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Terrific Twos Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — A delightful weekly storytime for two-year-olds and their caregivers to enjoy together.
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Life After High School: Exploring Different Paths
3-4:30 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Registration required — Discuss the various options available after graduation and set your future on the right path.
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Family Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — A delightful weekly gathering for families to enjoy engaging stories together.
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Odd Fellows Sunday Dinner
10:30 a.m. — IOOF Cedar Valley Lodge 233 — $15 Adults, $7 Kids — Enjoy a delicious family-style dinner with Swiss steaks, ham, and homemade pies.
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Wapsie Valley Varsity Baseball Game
5:00-6:45 p.m. — Waterloo East High School — Free entry — Cheer on the home team in this exciting non-conference baseball matchup.
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Operator II Review Course
Daytime — Waverly, IA — Registration fee required — Enhance your skills in ammonia refrigeration with expert-level training.
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Tech Class: Media and Digital Literacy
11 AM — Waterloo Public Library — Registration required — Learn tips and tricks for navigating the digital media landscape.
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Terrific Twos Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — A delightful storytime session for two-year-olds and their caregivers awaits every Thursday.
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Carter Guse Live Performance
7-9:30 p.m. — Sanity Room — Enjoy a great drink — Carter brings fun music to the Sanity Room in Independence, IA.
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Cedar Falls Farmers Market
8:30 AM - 12:00 PM — Overman Park — Free entry — Discover a variety of local produce, baked goods, and crafts while enjoying community camaraderie.
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