Good Day
Waterloo
Tuesday, August 20th, 2024
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Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 20th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A road in Waterloo is closed due to the commencement of construction on La Porte Road. KWWL
- ➤ Waterloo Water Works announces a scheduled flushing of water mains that may result in discolored but safe water in parts of the city this Thursday. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
- ➤ The second-annual Looks and Books event doubled in turnout, providing free haircuts, braids, styling, and school supplies to hundreds of students in Waterloo to ease family burdens and boost confidence for the new school year. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Waterloo home was shot at 4:40 a.m. Saturday, hit by three bullets with no injuries reported, and no arrests have been made yet. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
- ➤ An Evansdale teen received up to 10 years in prison for a Waterloo shooting and subsequent house break-in. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Former Waterloo Police Chief Dan Trelka discusses a new three-part documentary on Lyric & Elizabeth debuted on MAX. KWWL
- ➤ The Balance Music & Arts Festival in Waterloo, featuring 85 acts and various art installations, opens its gates to all ages for a special preview night. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Recent favorable weather conditions in Iowa, including rain and warm temperatures, are expected to enhance crop conditions as the state approaches harvest season. Globe Gazette
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Lost Island Themepark reveals Fire Runner, the Midwest's first single rail coaster, set to open in the 2025 season. KWWL
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Heartland Bank & Trust More4You Checking Account Celebration
Celebrate a week-long event featuring special checking account offers, treats, and prize drawings at Heartland Bank & Trust.
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Battle of the Books Monthly Book Club
Experience engaging discussions, themed activities, and snacks centered around selected titles from the 2024-2025 Battle of the Books list, designed for students in fourth to sixth grade.
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Preschool Storytime at Waterloo Public Library
Experience engaging storytime sessions designed for children aged three to five along with their caregivers.
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