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Iowa City
Wednesday, January 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Experts in Iowa City share best practices for protecting pets and wildlife from extreme cold, emphasizing the importance of species-specific care and urging public to contact authorities for wild animals. KCRG
- ➤ Residents at Modern Manor in Iowa City have been without running water for three days, leading to critical living conditions including the use of plastic bags for sanitation. KCRG
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Nickoles Deherrera, 39, was arrested for first-degree robbery after allegedly stealing $1,000 from Wells Fargo in Iowa City, using a note and displaying a weapon to threaten the teller. Iowa City Press-Citizen
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Downtown Iowa City Cultural & Entertainment District has unveiled the schedule for the Free Week Winter Arts & Culture Festival, featuring over 40 free events across more than 20 venues from February 18th to 22nd, 2025, to celebrate the city's vibrant arts scene. Downtown Iowa City
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Iowa City School District has implemented a policy that prohibits cell phone use during class. KWWL
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Nile Kron, a child born deaf in Iowa City, can now hear thanks to a cochlear implant from the University of Iowa Health Care, highlighting the impactful advances in hearing loss treatment. KWWL
- ➤ In Iowa, a couple, both former teachers, regained their hearing through the University of Iowa Health Care's Cochlear Implant Program, highlighting the program's success and ongoing advancements in cochlear implant technology. KWWL
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Laurel Kubby: January's Featured Artist Showcase
Laurel Kubby specializes in 3-dimensional contemporary geometric seed bead work with a strong focus on design processes and beading techniques, showcasing her work throughout January at Beadology Iowa.
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Friday Group Class for Violin, Viola, and Cello
This is a structured group class for students of violin, viola, and cello at various skill levels, suitable for learners progressing through designated books.
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Reduction Woodcut Workshop with Lilah Ward Shepherd
Participants will learn to create multicolored relief carved wood block prints in a pay-what-you-can workshop hosted by artist Lilah Ward Shepherd.
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Hadestown: A Tony Award-Winning Musical
Hadestown is an acclaimed musical that intertwines the tales of Orpheus and Eurydice, featuring award-winning music and a captivating narrative.
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Willow Creek Improv Conservatory Course
This 12-session course offers a comprehensive exploration of improvisational theater for both new and experienced performers.
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Introduction to Basic Woodworking Workshop
Participants will learn tool safety and complete a small woodworking project during this indoor workshop at the Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center.
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Snowman Building Fun for Families
Families can enjoy creating unique snow sculptures together at this outdoor event designed for children and adults to bond over winter fun.
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Gentle Yoga Class with Jennifer New
A weekly yoga class led by experienced instructor Jennifer New, focusing on a gentle and community-oriented practice.
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Neeks N Brandt Live Performance at Elray's
Neeks N Brandt, a DJ duo known for their vibrant stage presence and college party anthems, will perform live alongside Leila’s Rose and a DJ spinning dance tunes at Elray's Live & Dive.
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Lady Franklyn Improv Show
Iowa City's premier improv team Lady Franklyn presents an evening filled with laughter and entertainment at the Willow Creek Theatre.
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