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Waterloo
Saturday, July 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ In this week’s episode of Your Trusted Local Podcast, Beth and Becky talked about a judge’s decision on whether to use a murder confession in the trial of a man charged with four counts of first degree murder, and a deadly Massachusetts fire that has raised staffing issues for Eastern Iowa fire departments—while doctors at the University of Iowa saved record-breaking premature baby Nash Keen using very small equipment. KCRG
- ➤ A wanted man surrendered after a roof standoff at his Sunnyside Avenue home when Waterloo police attempted his arrest on Tuesday afternoon — fulfilling a warrant procedure. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Waterloo Community School District named Phaedra Roby as the new assistant principal at George Washington Carver Academy as she brings nearly 30 years of education experience. Roby started as a paraeducator in 1998 (earning a bachelor's from Wartburg College and a master's from the University of Northern Iowa) and will focus on building strong relationships with students. KWWL
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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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Coffee and Conversation
2-4 p.m. — Fat Cup Coffee — No ticket required — Engage in lively discussions over a cup of coffee in a cozy atmosphere.
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