Good morning, Waterloo.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.