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Friday, August 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A fundraiser for North Iowa kids with cancer is set for Aug. 23 and will feature kids activities—such as a car show and a live auction—to raise funds for treatment. Globe Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
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John Deere Waterloo 5K
7:30-10:00 a.m. — John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum — Check the website for registration fees — Enjoy a fun 5K run in a historic setting.
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60th Annual Old-Time Power Show
8 AM – 5 PM — Antique Acres — Admission fees apply — Celebrate the heritage of antique machinery with exhibits, demonstrations, and a stunning Parade of Power.
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Teen Game Night
3-4:30 p.m. — Cedar Falls Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of various board games and snacks with friends.
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Healthy Gardening Class: Pepperthon
10:30 PM — Prairie Parkway Garden — Free entry — Enjoy light exercise and cooking with fresh garden produce while learning about peppers.
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Quilting Retreat
All day — Farmer's Daughters Quilts — Cost varies — Enjoy crafting and connecting with fellow quilting enthusiasts during this multi-day retreat.
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2025 P&K Midwest Harvest Clinic
10 AM – 2 PM — Bremer County Fairgrounds — Free entry — Explore new technology and tips for a smooth and successful harvest season.
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Rugged Toad Adventure Triathlon
4.6-mile paddle — 2.2-mile trail run — 6.8-mile mountain bike — Experience the ultimate adventure in the Cedar Valley's gritty triathlon.
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Gabby Barrett Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience Gabby Barrett's autobiographical music from her latest release Chapter & Verse.
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Shop the Basement
10 AM – 1 PM — Waterloo Public Library — Book prices vary — Explore a treasure of used books while supporting library programs.
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3rd Annual Salsa Festival
10 PM - 12 AM — 5100 Prairie Pkwy, Cedar Falls, IA — Entry fee required — Showcase your finest salsa creations in a flavorful competition.
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