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Iowa City
Wednesday, February 4th, 2026
Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents at Havenpark Communities in Iowa City have yet to see promised improvements following a private meeting with county supervisors last week, and some plan to speak with lawmakers later this week while facing rising rent. KCRG
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A movie adaptation of Iowa alum Denis Johnson’s novella Train Dreams is earning Oscar nominations for Best Picture, Best Adapted Screenplay and Best Cinematography. The film—based on the early 2000s award-winning novella—spotlights the legacy of the late writer who studied at the Iowa Writers’ Workshop. We Are Iowa
- ➤ Ashley Hall-Tighe and Ana María Otamendi will perform — free and open to the public — at Voxman Music Building today from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The free concert is held at the University venue on 93 East Burlington Street. Downtown Iowa City
- ➤ Piano soloist Asiya Korepanova gives a free guest recital today at 7:30 pm at the Voxman Music Building Recital Hall at 93 East Burlington Street — the performance will continue until 9:00 pm. Downtown Iowa City
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ An Iowa House subcommittee approved a bill on Jan. 28 that would require state universities to consider merit and in‑state job prospects by adding the Classic Learning Test for applicants who do not meet current criteria. The legislation now heads to the full House Higher Education Committee. Iowa City Press-Citizen
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ As of Feb. 2, the Iowa City Downtown District moved its office to 125 S Dubuque Street on the Pedestrian Mall for five months — a change that places its team closer to local businesses and community members during office hours Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Downtown Iowa City
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Trivia Night at St. Burch Tavern
7-9 p.m. — St. Burch Tavern — Free entry — Gather your trivia team for a chance to win a $50 gift card while testing your brainpower.
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Ballroom and Latin Dance Social
7-10 p.m. — Old Brick — $6-$12 — Enjoy a night of Foxtrot dancing and socializing with live music for dancers of all levels.
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Clue Live on Stage
2-4 p.m. — Hancher Showcase — Ticket prices range from $45 to $396 — Experience the mystery and humor of Clue as guests unravel a murder at Boddy Manor.
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Bringing Nature Home: Pocket Prairie Program Forum
2 p.m. — Iowa City Public Library — Free entry — Discover how to create a pocket prairie and support local pollinators and ecosystems.
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Chinese Bilingual Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Iowa City Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy bilingual stories, songs, and crafts for children and caregivers in a vibrant cultural setting.
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Christopher’s Bar Exam Trivia Night
8-10 p.m. — Quinton's Bar & Deli — Cash prizes — Test your knowledge and enjoy a fun interactive pub quiz challenge with friends!
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Bingo Night at Hamburg Inn #2
7-9 p.m. — Hamburg Inn No. 2 — Free to play — Enjoy a fun-filled evening of bingo at a local favorite eatery.
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Thursday Group Class - Violin Foundation
5:30-6:15 p.m. — Preucil School of Music — Cost information not provided — Engage in foundational violin training with skilled guidance.
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Candlelight: Valentine's Day Special
6-7 p.m. — Old Brick — $28.62 — Experience a magical candlelight concert featuring beloved love songs performed by the Listeso String Quartet.
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Valentine's Day Dinner
6-9 p.m. — Big Grove Brewery & Taproom — Limited tickets available — Celebrate love with a gourmet 3-course meal and live music in a cozy setting.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
You can't wake a person who is pretending to be asleep.
~ Native American Proverb
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