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Friday, July 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cyclists traveled through Cedar Falls on day 5 of RAGBRAI, with riders like Elliot Hill and Edward Adam saying the ride was more about making friends than racing. They faced high temperatures and a strong headwind+ managing hydration and endurance as they rode from Iowa Falls, showing the event's tough challenges. KCRG
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At the Black Hawk County 4-H and FFA Fair held on the National Cattle Congress grounds, local youth groomed and readied their animals for show during a multi-day event that started on Tuesday. Participants demonstrated techniques such as applying adhesive to enhance their animals' appearance and the public is welcome free—today. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Multiple flood watches are in effect for Iowa rivers, and Waterloo residents should prepare for rising water along the Cedar River as flood stage may be reached as early as Saturday evening—officials urge caution through early Monday morning. KWWL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds and seven other governors sent a letter Wednesday to congressional leaders urging them to back a measure to block a California law that sets strict animal rules — local pork farmers warn the law will force costly upgrades and may raise pork prices. Globe Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Trivia Night at SingleSpeed
6:00 – 7:30 p.m. — SingleSpeed Brewing Co. — Food and drinks for purchase — Test your knowledge in a fun trivia competition with friends.
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Friends Memory Café
10-11 a.m. — Hartman Reserve Nature Center — Free entry — A supportive community gathering for people living with dementia and their caregivers featuring refreshments and nature-related activities.
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