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Saturday, December 20th, 2025

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Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 20th of December.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Crews battled a fire on Friday morning at the National Cattle Congress in Waterloo that burned down a barn, and officials have not released further details while still on scene.  KCRG

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Job seekers in Waterloo + Cedar Falls can browse new postings online that offer various career opportunities. The listings are available today for immediate review.  Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Sgt. Katie Cubbage of the Iowa National Guard said the deaths of fellow Guardsmen, Sergeants Howard and Torres-Tovar, have shaken her brigade after their loss overseas. She stressed the strong bond among service members (supported by the local veterans’ group Teufelhund) and urged the community to honor their sacrifice.  KCRG

EVENTS

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  • Youth STEM Activities

    3-4 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Explore fun STEM stations and test the latest gadgetry in a family-friendly atmosphere.

    Sun, 12/21/25

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  • Shop the Basement!

    10 AM – 1 PM — Waterloo Public Library — Prices vary — Explore a treasure trove of books at the Friends Used Book Store Prices and support library programs.

    Mon, 12/22/25

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  • CAPM Certification Classroom Training

    9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Waterloo WorkSpace — Training Fee varies — Enhance your project management skills with comprehensive CAPM certification training.

    Tue, 12/23/25

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  • Illuminate The Gardens

    5-9 p.m. — Cedar Valley Arboretum & Botanic Gardens — $10 entry, $2 for youth — Experience a magical evening with festive lights, hot cocoa, and themed nights.

    Fri, 12/26/25

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  • Collage and Writing Workshop

    1-2:30 p.m. — Midwest Blessed Curated Goods — No cost info — Unleash your creativity and discover personal insights through collage and writing exercises.

    Sat, 12/27/25

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  • Sioux City Musketeers vs Waterloo Black Hawks

    3:05 – 4:35 PM — Young Arena — Stream online — Catch the thrilling hockey matchup between local favorites.

    Sun, 12/28/25

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  • Shop the Basement Sale

    10 AM – 1 PM — Waterloo Public Library — Friends Used Book Store Prices — Browse a treasure trove of books and support library programming.

    Mon, 12/29/25

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  • Des Moines Buccaneers vs. Waterloo Black Hawks

    6:35-8:05 p.m. — Young Arena — Stream on FloHockey — Catch the exciting hockey clash between the Buccaneers and Black Hawks.

    Wed, 12/31/25

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  • Starmont Boys Varsity Basketball Game

    8-9:15 p.m. — Tripoli Middle/High School — Check ticket prices — Witness an exciting non-conference matchup as Tripoli faces Starmont in varsity basketball.

    Thu, 1/8/26

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  • Benny Gambaiani Chair Yoga

    1:30-2:30 p.m. — Benny Gambaiani Public Library — Free entry — Engage in a gentle and accessible yoga practice designed for all abilities.

    Fri, 1/9/26

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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