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Iowa City
Wednesday, January 14th, 2026
Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of January.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Avant garde vocalist Hatis Noit will perform at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 20 at the Englert Theatre. She layers deep baroque vocals in a live setting and tickets cost ($20-$30). The Gazette
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Iowa increased by almost 15 cents to an average of $2.52 per gallon on Jan. 13 due to price cycling that saw prices at $2.31 on Jan. 5 + experts expect further rises as seasonal shifts drive higher demand. Iowa City Press-Citizen
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The state signed an agreement with the University last month to maintain public access to historical society documents in a reading room in Iowa City until June 30 (per Iowa Code requirements), and the deal may end early if lawmakers change the law. The Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ University of Iowa Health Care has agreed to a $3.5M settlement with the family of an infant born with brain damage after an extended labor over a decade ago—approved by the State Appeal Board Tuesday. The Gazette
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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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Story Jam
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Iowa City Public Library — Free entry — Engage in a lively music and movement program to promote early literacy skills.
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Joseph - Band Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — The Englert Theatre — $20 – $141 — Experience the emotionally honest harmonies and genre-blurring sounds of JOSEPH with supporting act John-Robert.
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The Boy with the Sun in His Eyes
7-9:30 p.m. — Public Space One (South) — $20 general admission, $5 for students — Experience a developmental workshop of a new musical exploring dreams, community, and growth.
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Maccartney Reinhardt Live Performance
10 p.m.-1:30 a.m. — Elray's Live & Dive — Check ticket details — Nashville's rising star brings powerful vocals and heartfelt songs to Iowa City.
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Sunday Fun Day: Paper Plate Yeti
2-4 p.m. — Iowa City Public Library — Free entry — Create a fun winter yeti using paper plates and craft supplies.
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