Good morning, Waterloo.

Girl Scout Troop 1252 earned the Bronze Award by helping foster children in Bremer County.

The troop cleaned a playroom at the Department of Health and Human Services—spending over 280 hours gathering toys and buying essentials while donating 31 care bags funded by cookie and fall sales.

Waterloo fire officials said consumer fireworks may have triggered house fires—investigators are checking the cause and gathering more evidence.

The University of Northern Iowa will offer in-state tuition to new undergraduate students from Illinois, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, South Dakota + Wisconsin starting this fall, with rates set at $10,201 for the 2025-26 year to save families over $12,000 compared to nonresident fees. UNI’s Neighboring State Rate aims to attract talented students and meet regional job market needs.

The Waterloo Community Foundation partnered with Sailor Nation Baseball and Softball to secure the Galloway Park ball diamond on Stratford Avenue as the new home field for youth baseball, softball and football teams.

The facility will serve athletes from Cedar Valley Catholic Schools and St. Patrick’s School — Sailor Nation will renovate and manage the field while community donations support the project.

Bob Dorr's Blues Jam

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Octopus — No cover — Enjoy a night of live blues music at your friendly neighborhood bar.

Sista Soul Fest - Waterloo

11 AM – 4 PM — Gates Park Golf Course — Free entry — Celebrate empowerment and community at this cherished women's festival.

Cathedral Girls' Soccer Camp

3:00 PM – 5:30 PM — CHS Football Field — Registration required — A camp designed to prepare incoming freshman girls for high school soccer competition.

Memory Circle for Dementia Support

2 p.m. — Cedar Falls Community Center — Free — A supportive gathering for individuals with dementia and their partners to foster friendships and enrichment.

Octopus Comedy Open Mic

8-10 p.m. — Octopus — No cover — Enjoy a night of laughs at Cedar Falls' monthly comedy showcase.

Coffee and Conversation

2-4 p.m. — Fat Cup Coffee — Free entry — Engage in stimulating discussions over a warm cup of coffee.

Eau Claire Express at Waterloo Bucks

6:35-8:05 p.m. — Waterloo Riverfront Stadium — Secure your seats now — Experience the thrill of live baseball action as the Bucks take on the Express.

The Janeys Live Performance

8-11 p.m. — Octopus — $10 — Enjoy a night of blues and rock music from The Janeys at your friendly neighborhood bar.

Revibe 2025

5-9 p.m. — Memorial Park — Free entry — Enjoy an uplifting evening of worship and music featuring Jon Reddick and Jamie MacDonald.

Shop the Basement Sale

10 AM – 1 PM — Waterloo Public Library — Donations appreciated — Explore the extensive basement book inventory and support library programs.