AmericanTowns is a virtual "town square", connecting you to all the events and news happening in Waterloo Iowa. Whether it's town issues and community activism, or school calendars and sports schedules, AmericanTowns delivers the information faster and helps you use it better. en-us 30 http://www.americantowns.com/ia/waterloo 144 69 http://www.americantowns.com/ia/waterloo http://www.americantowns.com/images/atn_rss_logo.gif Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:03:42 -0600 Locals Live United Local businesses and organizations are having fun with their Cedar Valley United Way campaigns this year. Here are just a few... http://www.americantowns.com/ia/waterloo/news/cedar-valley-united-way-community-matters-november-17-2009-234850 http://www.americantowns.com/ia/waterloo/news/cedar-valley-united-way-community-matters-november-17-2009-234850 Clubs and Organizations Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: Can you enlighten on the environmental impact of the fashion industry? As I understand it, the industry overall is no friend to the... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-fashion-s-footprint-235020 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-fashion-s-footprint-235020 Clubs and Organizations Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 John Deere Foundation to Assist Local Agencies Money earmarked to those most in need in the Cedar Valley The John Deere Foundation recently... http://www.americantowns.com/ia/waterloo/news/cedar-valley-united-way-community-matters-november-10-2009-233135 http://www.americantowns.com/ia/waterloo/news/cedar-valley-united-way-community-matters-november-10-2009-233135 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Winter Safety Tips   It's not below freezing yet, but you know the saying, "If you don't like the weather in Iowa, wait five... http://www.americantowns.com/ia/waterloo/news/cedar-valley-united-way-community-matters-november-3-2009-231079 http://www.americantowns.com/ia/waterloo/news/cedar-valley-united-way-community-matters-november-3-2009-231079 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Give a Saturday, Make a Difference Thank you to all those who volunteered their Saturday morning to help paint classrooms at Cedar Valley... http://www.americantowns.com/ia/waterloo/news/cedar-valley-united-way-community-matters-october-27-2009-229421 http://www.americantowns.com/ia/waterloo/news/cedar-valley-united-way-community-matters-october-27-2009-229421 Clubs and Organizations Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 The reports of Swine Flu in Iowa (official name, H1N1) are alarming, but as the virus remains in the headlines, experts are urging common-sense in... http://www.americantowns.com/ia/cedarfalls/news/swine-flu-information-symptoms-and-resources-for-black-hawk-county-226307 http://www.americantowns.com/ia/cedarfalls/news/swine-flu-information-symptoms-and-resources-for-black-hawk-county-226307 Health and Fitness Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Caring for Caregivers: Over 300,000 Iowans are caregivers to either a friend or family member. Providing care to family or friends who are over the... http://www.americantowns.com/ia/waterloo/news/cedar-valley-united-way-community-matters-october-20-2009-224637 http://www.americantowns.com/ia/waterloo/news/cedar-valley-united-way-community-matters-october-20-2009-224637 Clubs and Organizations Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Calling All Mentors! Education is one of Cedar Valley United Way's primary focuses. By providing funding to after-school and mentoring programs for... http://www.americantowns.com/ia/waterloo/news/cedar-valley-united-way-community-matters-october-13-2009-223017 http://www.americantowns.com/ia/waterloo/news/cedar-valley-united-way-community-matters-october-13-2009-223017 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Domestic Violence Awareness October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Cedar Valley United Way helps fund area agencies that provide support... http://www.americantowns.com/ia/waterloo/news/cedar-valley-united-way-community-matters-october-6-2009-219764 http://www.americantowns.com/ia/waterloo/news/cedar-valley-united-way-community-matters-october-6-2009-219764 Clubs and Organizations Thu, 08 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Throughout the month of October, Isle of Capri Casino properties across the country will recognize Breast Cancer Awareness Month with a variety of... http://www.americantowns.com/ia/waterloo/news/isle-of-capri-properties-support-local-cancer-charities-during-breast-cancer-awareness-month-218921 http://www.americantowns.com/ia/waterloo/news/isle-of-capri-properties-support-local-cancer-charities-during-breast-cancer-awareness-month-218921 Clubs and Organizations Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Thank you, Cedar Valley Chasers! Cedar Valley United Way would like to extend a big thank you to everyone who made this year's Cedar Valley Chase... http://www.americantowns.com/ia/waterloo/news/cedar-valley-united-way-community-matters-september-29-2009-217791 http://www.americantowns.com/ia/waterloo/news/cedar-valley-united-way-community-matters-september-29-2009-217791 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 30 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Imagine entering a giant puzzle … one that's tall, green and full of surprises. This is the experience of a Iowa corn maze and it's a great,... http://www.americantowns.com/ia/desmoines/news/find-iowa-corn-mazes-get-lost-in-a-iowa-haunted-halloween-corn-maze-this-season-217150 http://www.americantowns.com/ia/desmoines/news/find-iowa-corn-mazes-get-lost-in-a-iowa-haunted-halloween-corn-maze-this-season-217150 Arts and Entertainment Mon, 28 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Cedar Valley Chase Put on your running shoes because it's time for the Cedar Valley Chase! This event will test your skills while you and a partner... http://www.americantowns.com/ia/waterloo/news/cedar-valley-united-way-community-matters-september-21-2009-216277 http://www.americantowns.com/ia/waterloo/news/cedar-valley-united-way-community-matters-september-21-2009-216277 Clubs and Organizations Thu, 24 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500 EITC Volunteers Needed: Operation Threshold, one of the agencies supported by Cedar Valley United Way, is in search of volunteers to help their... http://www.americantowns.com/ia/waterloo/news/cedar-valley-united-way-community-matters-september-15-2009-214422 http://www.americantowns.com/ia/waterloo/news/cedar-valley-united-way-community-matters-september-15-2009-214422 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 16 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Funding Available to Local Agencies Grants will be allocated for programs and services assisting individuals negatively impacted by the economy. ... http://www.americantowns.com/ia/waterloo/news/cedar-valley-united-way-community-matters-september-1-2009-210722 http://www.americantowns.com/ia/waterloo/news/cedar-valley-united-way-community-matters-september-1-2009-210722 Clubs and Organizations Thu, 03 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Waterloo – Fifty-eight initiatives in 33 counties around Iowa will receive I-JOBS funds to improve public buildings, rebuild after natural... http://www.americantowns.com/ia/waterloo/news/governor-culver-announces-118-5-million-in-i-jobs-funds-for-58-projects-statewide-210299 http://www.americantowns.com/ia/waterloo/news/governor-culver-announces-118-5-million-in-i-jobs-funds-for-58-projects-statewide-210299 Government and Politics Tue, 01 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Rally for the Valley Reminder Don't forget, the Rally for the Valley 2009 Campaign Kick-Off event is coming up next Wednesday, September 2 from 11... http://www.americantowns.com/ia/waterloo/news/cedar-valley-united-way-community-matters-august-25-2009-208935 http://www.americantowns.com/ia/waterloo/news/cedar-valley-united-way-community-matters-august-25-2009-208935 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 26 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Dear EarthTalk How can I make good use of the rainwater that runs down my roof and into my gutters? -- B.S. For most of us, the rain that... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-harvesting-rainwater-for-household-use-218211 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-harvesting-rainwater-for-household-use-218211 Clubs and Organizations Thu, 05 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: What effects do fertilizers, pesticides and herbicides used on residential lawns or on farms have on nearby water bodies like... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-pesticides-fertilizers-and-water-pollution-210999 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-pesticides-fertilizers-and-water-pollution-210999 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: Are any major brands of disposable tissues, paper towels, napkins and toilet paper yet using recycled content and chlorine-free... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-disposable-paper-products-decimate-forests-212966 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-disposable-paper-products-decimate-forests-212966 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: Is it true that environmental non-profits have been hit hard by the economic downturn, and has this had an impact on their... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-recession-hurts-green-group-efforts-216670 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-recession-hurts-green-group-efforts-216670 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: As I understand it, hair salons are pretty toxic enterprises on many counts. Are there any efforts underway to green up that... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-toxic-hair-salons-223417 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-toxic-hair-salons-223417 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: I recently had a tissue mineral analysis indicating that my levels of the nutritional element, molybdenum, were off the chart. ... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-high-molybdenum-levels-from-cookware-224917 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-high-molybdenum-levels-from-cookware-224917 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 From the spooky grin on a Halloween jack-o-lantern to the smiles from a Thanksgiving volunteer stint, we know you have some great pictures to... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/share-the-season-in-pictures-with-the-waterloo-community-224742 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/share-the-season-in-pictures-with-the-waterloo-community-224742 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: Celebrities and billionaires are shelling out big bucks for cutting edge green-friendly cars like the Tesla Roadster. But what are... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-more-affordable-energy-efficient-cars-233627 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-more-affordable-energy-efficient-cars-233627 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600