Good morning, Waterloo.

Several Eastern Iowa veterans flew to Washington, D.C. on Tuesday as part of the 32nd Cedar Valley Honor Flight, visiting war memorials and Arlington National Cemetery before returning to Waterloo Regional Airport at 9 p.m. where the public was invited to welcome them home.

The Annual Ride & Drive Memorial Event for Lyric and Elizabeth will be held on July 11 in Waterloo to benefit Angels Park, Cedar Valley Crime Stoppers, and the Elizabeth Collins Foundation Community Mission.

Cedar Bend Humane Society held a ribbon cutting Tuesday to open a new outreach and education center in Waterloo that serves as a hub for pet care and donation drop-offs (visitors toured the center and participated in pet activities).

Waterloo Schools' Board of Education could approve a freeze on administrative salaries for another year at its Monday meeting, a decision that may affect budget talks.

The move is under review by board members.

Waterloo Community School District announced that Danielle Hakeman will become the new principal at Hoover Middle School on July 1, and she currently serves as assistant principal while replacing Tom Harskamp.

Waterloo residents can beat the heat this week by visiting local pools, splash pads, and cooling centers that provide relief from high temperatures and humidity.

City officials say these aquatic facilities serve as safe public spaces for cooling down.

Pipe Cleaner Flower Crafting for Adults

5:30-6:30 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Create a charming floral bouquet using colorful pipe cleaners.

Waterloo East JV Softball Game at Waterloo West

9:00 – 10:45 AM — Waterloo West High School — Free entry — Cheer on the junior varsity teams as they face off in a local non-conference softball matchup.

Chroma 63 Art and Music Festival

12:00 – 11:59 PM — RiverLoop Amphitheatre & Expo Plaza — Free admission — Experience Midwest art and sound with live music, art demonstrations, and food trucks.

Anastasia Musical

2-5 p.m. — Cedar Falls Community Theatre — Check event page for pricing — Experience the magic of the animated classic brought to life in a new musical adventure.

Mother Goose Storytime

10:30-11:00 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — A delightful storytelling session for newborns up to age two and their caregivers.

Summer of Celebrations: CF Municipal Band

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Overman Park — Free entry — Enjoy the sounds of Iowa's distinguished concert band in a beautiful park setting.

Preschool Storytime

10:30-11:00 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — A delightful hour of stories for preschoolers and their caregivers.

Jesup Varsity Baseball vs. Columbus Catholic

3:30-5:15 p.m. — Columbus High School — Free entry — Witness a high-energy non-conference baseball matchup between local rivals Jesup and Columbus Catholic.

Festival of Trails at the FFA Museum

4-6 p.m. — La Porte City FFA Historical and Ag Museum — Free entry — Enjoy live bluegrass, country, or folk music while kids get their faces painted.

Andy Fuchtman & Jack Lion Concert

8-10 p.m. — Octopus — $10 — Experience an indie pop and rock night with local talents Andy Fuchtman and Jack Lion.