Good morning, Waterloo.

The Northeast Iowa Food Bank is leading Hunger Action Month to fight food insecurity in our region where over 45,000 people — including 14,380 children — face hunger.

Community members can help by volunteering to sort food or by joining events like Checker’s Stone Soul Picnic on September 7 and Waverly Day of Caring on September 11.

Windows on Waterloo will hold a webinar Wednesday at 11 a.m.—a free online event by the Waterloo Community Foundation to examine local childcare challenges.

Mary Janssen of Child Care Resource & Referral of Northeast Iowa and local providers will share insights on access and affordability—highlighting what works and where gaps remain.

Firefighters responded to a blaze at a vacant warehouse on Sycamore Street late on Sunday night August 31—crews spent nearly 90 minutes at the scene with no injuries while investigators work to determine the cause.

Former Iowa State Representative Bob Krause ended his campaign for the U.S. House and announced he will run for U.S. Senate—he endorsed Christina Bohannon and said he will fight for democracy through the Constitution.

He previously served on the Waterloo School Board and ran for several offices, adding his name to a competitive field as the race heats up.

Preschool Storytime

10:30-11:00 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Delight in storytelling adventures perfect for preschoolers and caregivers.

Central College Women’s Golf Wartburg Invitational

Sep 4-5 — Prairie Links Golf Club — Not specified — Experience collegiate women's golf at its finest with local teams competing.

Cascade Varsity Football vs. Hudson

7-9 p.m. — Hudson High School — Admission details not provided — Catch the exciting non-conference matchup between Hudson and Cascade's varsity football teams.

Waterloo Fall Open Tournament

2:30-8 p.m. — Byrnes Park — Entry Fee $10.00 — Compete in a fun open tournament on the clay courts of Waterloo.

Yoga on the Plaza

10:30-11:30 a.m. — River Place Plaza — Free entry — Enjoy a refreshing yoga session outdoors and connect with the community.

Denali's On The River Iowa PGA Pro-Am

11 AM – 5 PM — River Ridge Golf Course — $50 — Play a round of golf with Iowa Section PGA Pros in a friendly competition format.

Bilingual Preschool Storytime

10:30-11:00 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Experience enchanting stories in English and ASL for young children and their caregivers.

Octopus Bingo Night

8-10 p.m. — Octopus — No cover — Enjoy a fun night of bingo hosted by Matt Anderson at this friendly neighborhood bar.

Bob Dorr's Blues Jam

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Octopus — No cover — Groove to live blues tunes at the neighborhood bar and enjoy a vibrant community atmosphere.

Grundy Center vs. Dike-New Hartford Varsity Football Game

7-9 p.m. — Dike-New Hartford High School — Entry fee varies — Experience the thrill of a high school football showdown under the Friday night lights.