Good Day
Waterloo
Wednesday, July 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ KWWL renamed its newsroom—naming it the Ron Steele Newsroom—in honor of former anchor Ron Steele who worked at the station for 51 years. Staff and family attended a surprise ceremony Tuesday to unveil a special plaque marking this dedication. KWWL
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The University of Northern Iowa volleyball team earned the American Volleyball Coaches Association's Team Academic Award for the 14th consecutive year—recognizing its ranking in the top 20% for GPA among NCAA Division I teams. The Panthers finished last academic year with a 3.77 GPA and will begin the 2025 season on August 29 versus Arizona State. KWWL
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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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The Bremer County Fair
12 PM - 6 PM — Bremer County Fairgrounds — Entry fees apply — Celebrate community and agriculture with rides, local exhibits, and live entertainment.
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Mother Goose Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy delightful stories aimed at newborns to age two and their caregivers.
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Cedar Falls Municipal Band Concert
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Overman Park — Free entry — Enjoy delightful music from Iowa's distinguished concert band under the sky.
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Glaze Your Own Piggy Bank
6-7:30 p.m. — Phelps Youth Pavilion — Members: $26 | Non-members: $32 — Explore the Arthur Geisert Exhibit and create your own piggy bank.
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Iowa Irish Festival
7 p.m. — Iowa Irish Fest — Set times to be announced — Celebrate a weekend filled with vibrant Irish music and culture in Waterloo.
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All Things Chocolate Weekend
All day — Waterloo / Lost Island KOA Resort — Entry fee TBD — Indulge in a weekend filled with delightful chocolate-themed activities and treats.
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Writing Waterloo: A Place-Based Poetry Workshop
5:30-7 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Capture the beauty of Waterloo through the art of poetry with local writer Dr. Hannah Carr-Murphy.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing.
~ Seneca
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