Good Day
Waterloo
Wednesday, July 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Kevin Dill Family Fund granted over $117K to local nonprofits since 2022—supporting veterans, those with dementia or Parkinson's, and their caregivers. The fund awarded $48,600 at its fourth annual golf tournament in June to 10 organizations including Cedar Valley Hospice, and Kevin Dill remains committed to aiding the community. KWWL
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Clayton County Sheriff's Office and Medical Examiner's Office identified the body of Neven Soknic, a 41-year-old man from Waterloo reported missing on July 9 and found in the Mississippi River north of the Cassville ferry landing on July 12—investigators do not suspect foul play and await toxicology results. KWWL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Quentin Hart announced his bid for a sixth term in Waterloo to keep growth and improve services with more parks, roads, and Waterloo Fiber (the city’s largest municipally owned network). He pointed to ending a 30-year consent decree and a record $304 million permit value as wins in his time in office (he is the first African American mayor). KWWL
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The seventh ranked Cedar Falls Tigers with a 30—9 record beat City High 7—6 in a 5A Regional Final to earn their first berth to the State Softball Tournament—rallying from a 3—0 deficit with key innings in the 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th. KWWL
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Coffee and Conversation
2-4 p.m. — Fat Cup Coffee — Free entry — Engage in stimulating discussions over a warm cup of coffee.
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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.
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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.
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Revibe 2025
5-9 p.m. — Memorial Park — Free entry — Enjoy an uplifting evening of worship and music featuring Jon Reddick and Jamie MacDonald.
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Shop the Basement Sale
10 AM – 1 PM — Waterloo Public Library — Donations appreciated — Explore the extensive basement book inventory and support library programs.
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Preschool Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Engage little ones with delightful stories every Tuesday morning.
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Introduction to Using Gmail on PC and Android
6-7 p.m. — Cedar Falls Public Library — Free class — Learn how to navigate the Gmail App and manage your emails on PC or Android devices.
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Coffee and Conversation
2-4 p.m. — Fat Cup Coffee — Free entry — Enjoy stimulating discussions over coffee in a cozy atmosphere.
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The Deeves Perform Live
8-11 p.m. — Octopus — $10 — Enjoy a lively night with The Deeves and Nebula at your friendly neighborhood bar.
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Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer Awareness Sun Run
10 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Mark Messersmith Outdoor Track & Field Complex — Proceeds benefit American Cancer Society — Participate in a fun run to raise awareness for nonmelanoma skin cancer and promote sun safety.
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When you make peace with uncertainty, you find peace.
~ Naval Ravikant
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