Saturday, June 21st, 2025

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Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Northeast Iowa Food Bank broke ground on a building expansion and renovation project — the expansion will increase its annual meal distribution from 8.4 million to 10.5 million meals over five years. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
- ➤ The legendary Great Race will come to downtown Waterloo on Sunday — bringing more than 120 rare vintage cars as part of a national auto rally — as local organizers prepare viewing areas along designated streets. Participants and car enthusiasts are expected to enjoy a unique display of classic automobiles. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A fifth grader from Poyner Elementary School was named Iowa Safety Patroller of the Year by AAA in a ceremony earlier this month for his leadership + safety knowledge and strong involvement at school and in the community. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
- ➤ Cedar Valley Catholic Schools will stop programming for children from babies to 2-year-olds on August 15 (classes for 3- and 4-year-olds will remain) as decided by the school board. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City officials argued in court that the Waterloo Candy Co. building must be torn down for safety while the owner argued to save the structure—debate continues over its future. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ State health officials confirmed three measles cases in eastern Iowa on Thursday — raising the total to six for 2025. Globe Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Ames Freshman Baseball vs. Waterloo East
10:30 a.m. — Waterloo East High School — Free entry — Catch a thrilling non-conference freshman baseball matchup as Ames takes on Waterloo East.
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Hudson Varsity Softball Match vs. Aplington-Parkersburg
5-6:45 p.m. — Hudson High School — Free entry — Watch an exciting varsity softball game as Hudson takes on Aplington-Parkersburg in a home conference clash.
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Marshalltown Varsity Baseball vs. Waterloo East
5-6:45 p.m. — Waterloo East High School — Free entry — Watch an exciting home conference matchup between two local varsity baseball teams.
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V Baseball Tournament at Waterloo Bucks
2-8 p.m. — Waterloo Riverfront Stadium — Admission varies — Cheer on the local teams in a thrilling baseball face-off against Central Lee.
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Radiance Reset Retreat
8:30-11 a.m. — Panache Tea Boutique — Cost varies — Experience energy healing and sound therapy with a nourishing wellness brunch.
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Level-Up at Ninja U
5-6 p.m. — Ninja U Training Gym — Free entry — Level up your ninja skills with exciting obstacle exploration and movement fun.
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Cedar Falls Municipal Band Concert
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Overman Park — Free entry — Enjoy a night of music from one of Iowa’s distinguished concert bands in a beautiful outdoor setting.
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