Good Day
Waterloo
Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 2nd of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ 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. KWWL
- ➤ 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. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ 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. KWWL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ 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. KCRG
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Preschool Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Delight in storytelling adventures perfect for preschoolers and caregivers.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Run Dog Live Concert
8-11 p.m. — Octopus — $10 — Enjoy an evening filled with live music featuring Run Dog, Amie Rivers, and The Grey Place.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Better to be too early and have to try again, than be too late and have to catch up.
~ Paul Graham
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