LIVE UPDATES: Coronavirus in Waterloo, IAK98.5 is keeping you up-to-date with all of the latest news and information on the coronavirus. Helpful Links: COVID-19 in Iowa Cedar Valley Open Business List Center For Disease Control & Prevention World Health Organization Iowa Department of Public Health Black Hawk County Public Health
Just Wait: Gov. Reynolds is Taking Action Against the New Vaccine MandateJust Wait: Gov. Reynolds is Taking Action Against the New Vaccine MandateThe words 'vaccine' and 'mandate' have become polarizing in 2021.Johnny MarksJohnny Marks
Get Vaxed: U.S. Mandates Vaccines or Tests for Big CompaniesGet Vaxed: U.S. Mandates Vaccines or Tests for Big CompaniesBeginning in early 2022, companies of 100 or more will need to be vaccinated, or face regular testing.Johnny MarksJohnny Marks
Iowa COVID Numbers Soaring… But NOT in HumansIowa COVID Numbers Soaring… But NOT in HumansIn an interesting turn of events, a certain animal is showing large signs of the COVID virus.Johnny MarksJohnny Marks
Don’t Want the COVID-19 Vaccine in Iowa? Would $100 Change Your Mind?Don’t Want the COVID-19 Vaccine in Iowa? Would $100 Change Your Mind?The Worth-A-Shot program aims to pay Iowans to get vaccinated. Johnny MarksJohnny Marks
COVID-19 Booster in Iowa: The What, Where and WhenCOVID-19 Booster in Iowa: The What, Where and WhenFind out if you're eligible for a COVID booster.Johnny MarksJohnny Marks
US Health Officials Recommend Booster Shot of Moderna COVID-19 VaccineUS Health Officials Recommend Booster Shot of Moderna COVID-19 VaccineU.S. health officials just endorsed booster shots of Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine for some at-risk Americans. Townsquare StaffTownsquare Staff
Waterloo, Cedar Falls Schools Adjust Mask ProtocolsWaterloo, Cedar Falls Schools Adjust Mask ProtocolsSome students will be required to wear masks under a temporary one-week policy.Elwin HuffmanElwin Huffman
Will Masks Have To Be Worn In Waterloo Schools Again?Will Masks Have To Be Worn In Waterloo Schools Again?District officials are wrestling with the decision following a federal judge's ruling on Monday.Elwin HuffmanElwin Huffman
Despite Pandemic Iowans Still Made Friends Last YearDespite Pandemic Iowans Still Made Friends Last YearIowans will always find ways to stay friends!JakeJake
Iowa ER Doctor Going Viral After Desperate COVID Plea [VIDEO]Iowa ER Doctor Going Viral After Desperate COVID Plea [VIDEO]The doctor is pleading with everyone to get vaccinated.Johnny MarksJohnny Marks