Good Day
Waterloo
Friday, May 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 44th annual 4th Street Cruise will take place on Saturday in downtown Waterloo. The event — a Memorial Day tradition begun by founder Pat Derifield, who died on May 8 at age 86 — will continue as planned. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
- ➤ A Memorial Day parade and veterans program will start at 10 a.m. Monday in downtown Waterloo, following a route from Park Avenue to Sixth Street between Commercial and Lafayette streets. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Grout Museum District in Waterloo is cutting jobs as part of a plan to realign its resources with long-term goals, effective Thursday — affected employees will receive resume help and career counseling while the district works with local nonprofits to find new opportunities. KWWL
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ New job postings are available today for Waterloo and Cedar Falls job seekers as local employers update their listings with varied opportunities for a fresh start+ candidates should check the postings for details. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Waterloo will postpone Monday's garbage and recycling collection for Memorial Day, delaying them until Tuesday while all other routes continue as scheduled. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
- ➤ Governor Kim Reynolds signed new state laws that require parental consent for HPV vaccines for minors and allow providers to refuse care (citing moral objections) statewide. Globe Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former UNI quarterback Kurt Warner will be inducted into the 2026 UNI Athletics Hall of Fame alongside five former Panthers at a ceremony scheduled in Cedar Falls on Sept. 11. KWWL
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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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Quilt Retreat
All Day — Farmer's Daughters Quilts — Cost Info Not Provided — A tranquil retreat for quilting enthusiasts to indulge in creativity and craftsmanship.
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Bilingual Preschool Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Experience a delightful storytime featuring English and ASL for preschoolers and their caregivers.
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Tech Help Drop-In
11 AM – 12 PM — Waterloo Public Library — Free assistance — Bring your devices and get help with any tech questions you have.
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Terrific Twos Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — A delightful storytime session designed for two-year-olds and their caregivers.
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Adult Open Hockey Session
12:00 – 1:15 p.m. — Young Arena — $10 admission — Get your skates on and enjoy a full gear hockey match for ages 18 and up.
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Equipment Fundraiser Dinner
5-7 p.m. — Town & Country Golf Club — $50 — Enjoy a gourmet meal prepared by Chef Neil Schatz while supporting local equipment needs.
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Public Skate at Young Arena
1-2:30 p.m. — Young Arena — Admission $7 — Glide on ice while enjoying a chill day of public skating.
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Mother Goose Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — A delightful storytime session for newborns to age two and their caregivers.
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Bilingual Preschool Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy an engaging storytime presented in English and ASL for preschoolers and their caregivers.
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