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Tuesday, July 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cedar Bend Humane Society in Waterloo is showcasing Sadie, a nine-year-old Siberian Husky known for her calm and gentle nature who is looking for a forever home. Felicia Arias said Sadie is a perfect match for someone wanting a pet ready to share her golden years. KWWL
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Waterloo resident Daijon Stokes, 32, pleaded guilty in February and was sentenced to 104 months in federal prison after he fled a December 3 traffic stop by driving nearly 90 mph in a residential area and colliding with a car carrying a woman and two children — officers later found a loaded handgun and drugs in his car. KWWL
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Strong storms late Sunday night caused widespread power outages and damage across several counties and left more than 30,000 people without power at 5:30 a.m. on Monday + reports by 8:40 a.m. indicated outbreaks had dropped to 9,622. KWWL
SPORTS NEWS
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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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3rd Offense Live Performance
10:30 PM – 2:30 AM — Lincoln Park, Waterloo, IA — Ticket prices unknown — Enjoy an energetic performance from 3rd Offense at Lincoln Park.
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Cedar Valley Stem & Stein Festival
4-8 p.m. — Riverloop Expo Plaza — $40 per person — Taste a wide variety of local food, wine, and spirits at this lively outdoor festival.
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Shop the Basement - Book Sale
10 AM – 1 PM — Waterloo Public Library — Friends Used Book Store Prices — Explore a treasure trove of books while supporting library programs.
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