Good morning, Waterloo.

Derrick Holmes and his cousin Corey Holmes are fighting to keep nonprofit radio station KBBG on the air amid a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing this month and unresolved loan issues from a Dupaco foreclosure and a Regions Bank default; they plan to transform KBBG into a local media hub with a television station and a film production facility—efforts that include monthly personal payments and local fundraisers.

Timely rains have kept many local farmers out of their fields, but planting is nearly complete—farmers will finish work as the weather clears.

Gov. Kim Reynolds signed 17 bills into law Tuesday—one of them providing paid family leave for state workers in Iowa.

Iowa Workforce Development will launch a modernized unemployment website on June 3 that combines job search and claims submission into one platform—providing a streamlined process for users.

MercyOne North Iowa Birth Center — now approved as a human milk dispensary — allows parents with prescriptions to purchase safe donor breast milk to supplement their babies' diets.

Waterloo reporter Elizabeth Klinge said that May is Vascular Birthmark Awareness Month and her daughter along with girls from Vinton and Hudson share a special bond over their port wine stain birthmarks.

Doctors advise parents to see a dermatologist early if they notice these birthmarks.

10 Watt Robot Live Performance

8-11 p.m. — Octopus — $10 — Enjoy an indie rock night featuring the local band 10 Watt Robot.

I Am More Purpose Workshop

10 AM – 12 PM — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Empowering workshop to rise above struggles and unlock inner potential.

Cota Studio Yoga on the Plaza

10:30 a.m. — River Place Plaza — Free entry — Enjoy a refreshing outdoor yoga session every Sunday with Cota Studio.

Mother Goose Storytime

10:30-11:00 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy delightful stories for newborns and caregivers in a cozy library setting.

Virtual Senior Living Tour

9 AM - 7 PM — Evergreen Arbor — Free — Explore top-rated senior living communities and discover engaging activities and exceptional care.

Ames Junior Varsity Softball Game at Waterloo East

12:00 – 1:45 PM — Waterloo East High School — Free entry — Watch the Ames JV softball team take on Waterloo East in this exciting home non-conference game.

Dungeons & Dragons Campaign

5-7:30 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Registration required — Engage in an adventurous Dungeons & Dragons session with guided gameplay for all skill levels.

My Waterloo Days 2025

5 PM - 12 AM — Lincoln Park — Free on Friday, $10 General Admission on Saturday — Celebrate Waterloo with parades, concerts, and family-friendly fun.

Carter Guse Live Performance

12-3 p.m. — Gilbertville Trail Depot — Free entry — Enjoy live music by Carter during the Cedar Valley Cyclists Event at the historic depot.

Pentecost Celebration Worship Service

10 AM – 12 PM — Overman Park — Offering collected — Celebrate Pentecost with the Lutherans of the Jubilee Conference and enjoy a vibrant worship service in the park.