Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 13th of November.
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🏘️ Community
Vietnam veterans from Cedar Valley were honored at Veterans Day events on Tuesday — the ceremonies recognized their service during the Vietnam War.
🏛️ Government
Iowa families have been without full SNAP benefits for two weeks due to the government shutdown—over 130,000 households have been affected as the Northeast Iowa Food Bank has seen a 25% rise in demand.
Barb Prather warned that even if the government reopens, funding will only be secured through January, leaving many at risk.
🎉 Waterloo Events
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Sounds of Many and Bluff St. Live Show
8-11 p.m. — Octopus — $10 — Enjoy an indie rock night featuring local talents Sounds of Many and Bluff St.
College Hill-Billy Festival 2025
6 PM - 1 AM — Octopus — $15 — Enjoy a night filled with live music from local and Nashville artists at the College Hill-Billy Festival.
UNI Jazz Combos Performance
7-8 p.m. — Octopus — No cover — Experience an evening of live jazz music performed by UNI student combos.
Mother Goose Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free — A delightful storytelling session for newborns and toddlers with their caregivers.
Writing Honest Fiction with Jeremy Schraffenberger
2:00 – 3:30 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Discover the art of fiction writing with insights from an experienced author and editor.
Preschool Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Engage young minds with delightful stories every Wednesday morning.
Altered Reality Book Club
5:30-7 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Dive into speculative fiction with fellow enthusiasts while discussing the month's chosen title.
Benny Gambaiani Chair Yoga
1:30–2:30 p.m. — Benny Gambaiani Public Library — Free entry — Engage in gentle chair yoga to enhance mobility, balance, and mindfulness.
La Porte City Specialty Care Bazaar
8 AM – 1 PM — La Porte City FFA Historical and Ag Museum — Proceeds support local residents — Enjoy baked goods and early treasures for holiday gifting.
Cedar Falls Municipal Band Holiday Concert
4-6 p.m. — Diamond Event Center — Free admission — Celebrate the holiday spirit with festive music performed by local musicians.
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