Wednesday, December 4th, 2024

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Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of December.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fire significantly damaged a home in Waterloo, Iowa, residents escaped safely, and the cause is under investigation. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Waterloo man was arrested on charges of second-degree sexual abuse involving a minor under 12 years old. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ John Deere announces the indefinite layoff of 112 production employees in Waterloo starting January 3rd, citing reduced equipment demand and a $3 billion loss in FY2024. KWWL
- ➤ John Deere is laying off 110 production employees in Waterloo due to reduced equipment demand, adding to over 1,000 layoffs this year, with laid-off staff receiving several benefits. KWWL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Black Hawk County Democrats schedule convention to nominate candidate for upcoming special election to fill vacant supervisor seat. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
- ➤ Waterloo City Hall relocates to the Courier's former building as part of a property swap deal involving $6.2 million in developer incentives. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
- ➤ Waterloo City Councilwoman Nia Wilder, following her arrest on accusations of theft, stated she will not resign and directed questions to her attorney during a city council meeting. KWWL
SPORTS NEWS
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Music Storytime for Young Children
Experience a delightful music storytime designed for children aged 0-5 at the Waverly Public Library.
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Free Pool Night at Waverly Area Veterans Post
Experience a fun-filled evening of free pool and socializing with friends at the Waverly Area Veterans Post.
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Christmas Variety Show: Two Counting Carols by Zachary Wadsworth
Experience the University of Northern Iowa Varsity Glee Club's performance of Zachary Wadsworth's Two Counting Carols during their festive and highly anticipated Christmas Variety Shows.
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Waterloo Black Hawks vs. Sioux City Musketeers
Experience an exciting hockey matchup as the Waterloo Black Hawks take on the Sioux City Musketeers at Young Arena.
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East Buchanan Girls Varsity Basketball Against Waterloo East
The East Buchanan girls varsity basketball team competes in a non-conference game against the Waterloo East team at Waterloo East High School.
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Teen Manga Club at Waterloo Public Library
The Manga club for teens offers discussions about favorite series and characters, along with snacks, and an opportunity to suggest new titles for the library's collection.
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Preschool Storytime at Waterloo Public Library
This event offers engaging storytime sessions for children aged three to five and their caregivers at the local library.
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Trolley Rides and Santa's Workshop Event
Families can enjoy visiting Santa and his elves at River Place Plaza while taking a festive trolley ride through the community.
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Breastfeeding Support Group at Guiding Star Cedar Valley
The Breastfeeding Support Group, led by an experienced professional, offers a nurturing environment for mothers to connect and share their experiences while receiving support in their breastfeeding journeys.
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Paint Your Pet Workshop at Bremer Brewing Company
A paint-by-number workshop where participants can create a custom painting of their pet, guided by local artist Maddy DePaul.
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