Saturday, June 14th, 2025

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Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Swimmers took the first jump into the renovated aquatic center at Byrnes Park, where last year’s patchworked pool has been replaced—now the modern facility caters to swimmers of all ages. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Workers at a neighboring business alerted authorities after part of the roof on the vacant Waterloo Candy Co. building collapsed on Wednesday afternoon & officials are checking for hazards. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Waterloo officer was charged in a fatal motorcycle crash that killed his girlfriend — investigators revealed he had been drinking in multiple bars and had consumed at least 10 alcoholic beverages —. Globe Gazette
- ➤ Waterloo police officer Keaton Northup—whose blood alcohol level reached .292—crashed his motorcycle on I-380 on June 1, killing passenger Jenna Mills and now faces charges of Homicide by Vehicle Operating Under the Influence and Homicide by Vehicle Reckless Driving. KCRG
SHOP NEWS
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Cota Studio Yoga on the Plaza
10:30-11:30 a.m. — River Place Plaza — Free entry — Stretch and unwind with a community yoga session at the plaza.
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Rochester Honkers vs. Waterloo Bucks
12:05-1:35 p.m. — Waterloo Riverfront Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Catch the live baseball action featuring local teams at the scenic stadium.
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Memory Circle
2-4 p.m. — Cedar Falls Community Center — Free — A supportive gathering for individuals with dementia and their partners to form friendships and share experiences.
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Octopus Comedy Open Mic
8-10 p.m. — Octopus — No cover — Enjoy a night filled with laughs at this community open mic event.
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Shakespeare in the Gardens: Much Ado About Nothing
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Cedar Valley Arboretum & Botanic Gardens — Free entry — Experience a timeless comedy performed by a diverse cast of talented actors.
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Kris Lager Live Performance
5:30-9:30 p.m. — RiverLoop Amphitheatre & Expo Plaza — Free admission — Experience a vibrant evening of blues and soulful rhythms with Kris Lager.
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Mankato MoonDogs at Waterloo Bucks
6:35-8:05 PM — Waterloo Riverfront Stadium — Secure tickets online — Feel the thrill of a live baseball showdown between the Waterloo Bucks and Mankato MoonDogs.
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Waterloo Bucks vs Mankato MoonDogs
3:35-5:05 p.m. — Waterloo Riverfront Stadium — Ticket sales support a featured cause — Enjoy a local baseball matchup and contribute to a good cause.
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Mother Goose Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — A delightful storytime for newborns up to age two and their caregivers.
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PMP Certification Classroom Training
9 AM - 5 PM — Waterloo WorkSpace — $1599 — Gain essential project management skills and certification with top-notch instructors and comprehensive training.
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