Wednesday, August 14th, 2024

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Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Dupaco Foundation distributed $250,000 in grants to 29 nonprofits in Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin to support housing, business development, and skills training. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
- ➤ Leon Mosley, a key figure in Waterloo known for his political work and community activism, particularly against gun violence, has passed away at 78. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Corey Crawley's murder trial for the fatal shooting of Muharrum Quan Johnson in 2023 has been postponed to September. KWWL
- ➤ Waterloo police investigated two separate shooting incidents on Saturday, resulting in a non-life-threatening knee injury and a minor ankle injury. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ In Waterloo, a grassroots campaign successfully gathered nearly 2,500 signatures to push a $165 million school construction project to a public vote. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
- ➤ The Cedar Falls Board of Education approved the sale of the old high school to Waterloo Christian School for $2.8 million despite public opposition. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
SPORTS NEWS
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Open House Tour of a Stunning 15-Acre Property
Experience the elegance of a spacious 4-5 bedroom home featuring vaulted ceilings, a sunken Great room, and a beautiful backyard on a remarkable 15-acre lot.
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MHE Co-op for Homeschool Families
Engage with fellow homeschool families at the MHE Co-op, offering shared resources and community support.
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Poetry Workshop with Seth at Waterloo Public Library
Learn about the art of poetry with Library Assistant Seth, covering fundamental forms, techniques to find your unique voice, and insights on getting published, along with guided writing exercises.
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Octopus Bingo Night
Experience an exciting evening of Octopus Bingo hosted by Matt Anderson, featuring four rounds of fun, prizes, and a special Meat Round with no cover charge.
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Bob Dorr's Blues Jam at Octopus
Experience a vibrant evening of live blues music at Bob Dorr's Blues Jam with no cover charge.
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39th Annual Black Hawk County Pheasants Forever Banquet
Celebrate local conservation efforts and enjoy a community gathering with dinner and memberships at the biennial Pheasants Forever event.
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