Friday, October 11th, 2024

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Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Anna Mae Weems, a celebrated civil rights advocate in Waterloo, Iowa, passed away at 98, leaving behind a legacy of fighting against racial discrimination. KWWL
- ➤ The 'Under the Harvest Moon' fundraiser, set for Nov. 1 at Cedar Falls, supports Black Hawk County conservation efforts with a night of dining and auctions. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
- ➤ The Salvation Army of Waterloo/Cedar Falls is accepting online applications for Christmas assistance from families in need until Oct. 18 and requests toy donations by Dec. 6. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Stebens Children's Theatre stages 'Puffs,' a comedy play that explores the Harry Potter universe from the viewpoint of Hufflepuff house members, offering a fresh perspective on the wizarding world. Globe Gazette
- ➤ The Martin Luther King Jr. Freedom Bus Tour, set for Nov. 11-15, offers a journey through key civil rights locations in the southern United States for $450 per person, excluding meals. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Waterloo Schools Foundation was gifted $51,000 by the late Ruth Pazdera to establish a reading endowment at Poyner Elementary. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Waterloo City Council approved a new logo for the police department and police are investigating a stabbing at Logan Convenience Store. KCRG
- ➤ The Iowa Attorney General's Office ruled that two Waterloo police officers were justified in the fatal shooting of a man who fired at them during a June incident. KCRG
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ MercyOne in eastern Iowa is providing women free mammogram screenings and risk assessments at various locations through early November to aid in breast cancer awareness. KCRG
SHOP NEWS
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Family Storytime at Waterloo Public Library
Experience a delightful Family Storytime every Saturday, where stories come to life for all ages at the local library.
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IA Region AutoX 2024 Event at Hawkeye Tech
Experience competitive auto racing at the IA Region AutoX event, featuring technical inspections, driver meetings, and timed runs.
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Quilting Retreat at Farmer's Daughters Quilts
Experience a creative retreat focused on quilting at the welcoming Farmer's Daughters Quilts retreat center.
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Cedar Valley Farmers' Market
Experience a vibrant local atmosphere with fresh produce and unique goods at the Cedar Valley Farmers' Market.
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2024 Cedar Valley Manufacturing Conference
Learn about the latest in Iowa's manufacturing sector with keynote speaker Jim Wall and discussions on workforce development, training standardization, and cultural integration.
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Hops for Hospice: A Fundraising Evening of Tasting and Music
Experience a delightful evening of beer and wine tasting accompanied by light appetizers, live music, and inspiring stories, all supporting UnityPoint Hospice patients and families.
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Comedy Night featuring The Wolfdogs at Cooper's Taproom
Experience a night of laughter with the Midwest comedy duo The Wolfdogs, along with local opener Curtish Parish, at Cooper's Taproom.
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Waterloo Urban Farmers Market
Experience a vibrant local market featuring fresh produce and handmade goods every Saturday in the heart of downtown Waterloo.
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Beginner Plein Air Painting Workshop with Caylin Jayde at Hartman Reserve
Experience the beauty of fall as you learn the fundamentals of plein air painting, exploring the Hartman Reserve Nature Center with guidance from local artist Caylin Jayde.
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Mother Goose Storytime for Infants and Caregivers
Experience interactive storytelling designed for newborns up to age two and their caregivers at the Waterloo Public Library.
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Music with a Mission
Music with a Mission is our signature annual fundraiser, featuring live music, exciting silent and live auctions, and a 50/50 raffle—all in support of our mission. This year's event will be held on November 1st, and we are seeking sponsors to help make it a success. Thanks to sponsors like you, 100% of the proceeds will go directly toward ensuring that Veterans in need receive the resources they need to turn a house into a home.
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