Saturday, May 17th, 2025

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Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The retrial for the fatal shooting that claimed the life of a Waterloo woman in 2020 is underway in court. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students, staff, and alumni gathered Friday night at Waterloo East High School to mark its 150th anniversary—150 years of history—and honor the school’s legacy. KWWL
SPORTS NEWS
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Cota Studio Yoga on the Plaza
10:30-11:30 a.m. — River Place Plaza — Free entry — Enjoy a rejuvenating yoga class outdoors with Cota Studio.
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Spinning Babies® Birth Preparation Class
6-9 p.m. — UnityPoint Health - Allen Hospital — Registration required — Learn practical techniques to support your baby's optimal position for labor.
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Battle of the Books Book Club
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Discuss exciting titles from the 2024-2025 Battle of the Books list with fellow book lovers.
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Meals with a Mission: Blueprints Informational Session
12-1 p.m. or 6-7 p.m. — Waverly-Shell Rock Area United Way — Free entry — Discover financial coaching strategies to assist in homeownership and build your credit score.
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Coffee and Conversation
2-4 p.m. — Fat Cup Coffee — No entry fee — Enjoy a warm beverage while engaging in delightful conversations with the community.
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Damon Mitchell Live
9 PM – 1 AM — Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo — Tickets available — Experience the cosmic cowboy and hippie psychedelia vibes of Nashville's Damon Mitchell.
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4th Street Cruise – Cruisin’ Free 43
12-4 p.m. — Main Street Waterloo — Free entry — Experience classic cars and live music while cruising through downtown Waterloo.
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BOGO Large Pizzas
All Day — Denalis On The River — Buy one get one 50% off — Enjoy delicious pizzas at a fantastic discount.
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Cedar Falls Varsity Softball vs. Waterloo West
5:30-7:15 p.m. — Waterloo West High School — Admission not specified — Enjoy an exciting non-conference softball matchup between the local teams of Cedar Falls and Waterloo West.
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Teen Writer's Workshop
4-5 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Registration required — Explore your creativity with writing prompts and share your stories in a supportive environment.
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