Good Day
Waterloo
Wednesday, December 31st, 2025
Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 31st of December.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ In Waterloo, residents are reminded that only consumer fireworks (usable on private property) may be set off from noon to 12:30 a.m. Thursday for New Year’s celebrations, and permits are required for other locations. KWWL
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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.
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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.
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Waverly-Shell Rock Boys Varsity Basketball vs. Grundy Center
3:30 - 4:45 p.m. — Grundy Center High School — Free entry — Cheer on the home team in this exciting non-conference basketball matchup.
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Shop the Basement!
10 AM – 1 PM — Waterloo Public Library — Special used book prices — Explore a treasure trove of books while supporting your local library events.
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Special Evening Storytime with the Waterloo Black Hawks
6-7 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy stories, crafts, and snacks with players from the Waterloo Black Hawks in this family-friendly evening event.
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Teen Writer's Workshop
4-5:30 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — A gathering for young writers to explore prompts and share creative ideas.
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Dementia Caregiver Support Group
1-2 p.m. — Friendship Village Retirement Community — Free entry — A supportive space for caregivers navigating the challenges of dementia care.
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Run Dog & Sean Tyler Live
8-11 p.m. — Octopus — $10 — Enjoy an evening of Americana, roots, and indie rock music.
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Concert featuring Katie and the Honky Tonks
8 p.m. — Octopus — $10 — Enjoy a lively night of honky-tonk music with local favorites.
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Warriors vs. Lincoln
8:30 AM - 12:30 PM — Young Arena — Free entry — Catch an exciting high school hockey match between the Warriors and Lincoln.
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No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Art should comfort the disturbed and disturb the comfortable.
~ Banksy
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