Good Day
Iowa City
Friday, January 9th, 2026
Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Iowa City's Riverside Casino announced its 2026 entertainment lineup to celebrate its 20th anniversary, starting with Fitz and The Tantrums on Jan. 29 and more shows through June at Riverside (with additional acts at Davenport’s Rhythm City Casino). KCRG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Shafik N. Wassef, a former UI Hospitals physician, has appealed an Iowa Supreme Court ruling that upheld HIPAA-related charges from an investigation by the Iowa Board of Medicine. He says the decision may hurt his Florida medical license. Iowa City Press-Citizen
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Wildlife Bioblitz
10:00 – 11:30 a.m. — Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center — Free entry — Explore nature and discover local wildlife in a fun, interactive environment.
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Strategies in Environmental Conservation
2-4 p.m. — Iowa City Public Library — Free entry — Discover sustainable gardening practices with insights from a local conservation expert.
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The Out Of Towners: Vol. 1
6:30-8 p.m. — The Green House — Cash donations appreciated — Enjoy an evening of readings from local authors supporting a good cause.
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Christopher's Bar Exam Trivia Night
8-10 p.m. — Joe's Place — Free entry — Test your knowledge in an interactive pub quiz for cash and great team prizes.
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Story Jam
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Iowa City Public Library — Free entry — Engage in music and movement to enhance early literacy skills in a fun environment for young children.
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NAMI Family Support Group
6:30-7:30 p.m. — National Alliance on Mental Illness, Johnson County — Free entry — A peer-led support group for adults with loved ones facing mental health challenges.
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Book Babies Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Iowa City Public Library — Free — Engage your little ones in songs and stories to promote language development for ages 0-2.
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Pre Twinkle Violin Class
9:00-9:45 a.m. — Preucil School of Music — No cost listed — A beginner class for young violinists to learn foundational skills in a supportive environment.
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Radical Relaxation Yoga
6-7 p.m. — Public Space One — $16 drop-in or purchase an 8-class pass for $100 — Experience a community-oriented yoga class focused on relaxation and healing.
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Hatis Noit Live Performance
7 p.m. — The Englert Theatre — Check website for ticket info — Experience the mesmerizing vocal range of self-taught Japanese artist Hatis Noit blending diverse musical styles.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
To know the road ahead, ask those coming back.
~ Chinese Proverb
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