Good Day
Waterloo
Thursday, August 15th, 2024
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Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A World War II naval aviator ring, lost at the John Deere Classic golf tournament in 2008, was found in 2016 and returned to the owner's family in 2023 after an 8-year search. Globe Gazette
- ➤ Newton St. in Waterloo will be closed at Broadway St. for two weeks. KWWL
- ➤ A fundraiser tour of classic homes will benefit the Rensselaer Russell House Museum and the Snowden House. KWWL
- ➤ Waterloo's Fourth Street Bridge has been named a finalist in the Iowa League of Cities Annual People's Choice Awards. KWWL
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Nearly 600 MidAmerican Energy customers in Black Hawk County, Iowa, are experiencing power outages. KWWL
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Bremer County man was sentenced to 30 years for sexually abusing a child, after a prior conviction in Michigan. KCRG
- ➤ In Waterloo, a man was apprehended for firearm and drug offenses after discharging a gun and being found with marijuana and a handgun. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sarah Corkery, a Democratic candidate in Iowa, focuses on abortion rights and education reform as primary campaigns to regain ground against Republicans. Globe Gazette
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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Waterloo Urban Farmers Market
Experience fresh produce and local goods at the Waterloo Urban Farmers Market, held each Saturday from May to October.
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