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Iowa City
Monday, February 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 23rd of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, Feb. 22, hundreds gathered at City High’s Little Hawk Arena to honor Parker Sutherland, a UNI football player remembered for his kind spirit. Speakers shared his legacy to comfort family and friends after he passed away on Feb. 14. Iowa City Press-Citizen
- ➤ The Gravel Scouts ride Monday evenings from March to October starting at World of Bikes and ending at Big Grove, giving riders of all ages a safe, social route through local gravel roads + free support for bike repairs along the way. The Gazette
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Iowa City legacy businesses remain fixtures of downtown even as the transient college atmosphere changes. Anchored by stores like John's Grocery, these historic shops have sustained operations for over 20 years through community support & clever reinvention while evolving with the town's needs. The Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Sam Gelman, named Chef of the Year by the Iowa Restaurant Association, is reshaping local dining at the Webster and Paper Crane in Iowa City's Northside. He focuses on culinary excellence over awards and uses fresh local ingredients — from nearby farms — to drive innovative seasonal menus. The Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ University of Iowa professors Drs. Raghavan and Mubeen are developing a portable oxygen concentrator that uses electrochemical methods to produce 100 percent oxygen for home patients (including COPD cases) and received an NIH grant for the project. Their startup Pranions is refining a quieter, smaller device to replace heavy canisters. The Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Iowa shut down No. 6 Michigan on Senior Day, winning 62-44 before 14,998 fans at Carver Hawkeye Arena — Ava Heiden, who had felt ill Saturday, scored 20 second-half points after a key chat with coach Jan Jensen. The Gazette
- ➤ Photos from the Class 1A, 2A and 3A wrestling tournament capture key pins, reactions and wins during high school semifinals held on Friday, Feb. 20 at Casey's Center in Des Moines. The Gazette
- ➤ Iowa men's basketball lost 84-71 to No. 24 Wisconsin Sunday afternoon at Kohl Center after a strong first-half offense could not overcome a second-half defensive lapse. The team will face Ohio State Wednesday at 8 p.m. at Caver-Hawkeye Arena. The Gazette
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Classic Fringe Earrings Workshop
1-4 p.m. — Beadology Iowa — $70 total ($35 instructor fee, $35 materials fee) — Learn brick stitch techniques to create unique earrings with flowing fringe.
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West Coast Swing Foundations
6:15-9 p.m. — Public Space 1 — $10 flat fee or $5 for first-timers — Learn the basic swing dance moves and enjoy social dancing with others.
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Dreamer and the Hoping Machine Inaugural Concert
7-9 p.m. — The James Theater — $20 GA/$12 students — Experience the debut performance of the Family Folk Machine band with original songs by choir members.
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Ethan Bell Band Live Performance
10 PM – 1:30 AM — Elray's Live & Dive — $5 — Experience the dynamic Ethan Bell Band as they blend country, pop, and hip-hop in an unforgettable night of music.
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Big Book Sale
10 AM – 3 PM — Iowa City Public Library — Support the Library — Explore a diverse collection of used books and media for all ages.
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Primary Trust
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Riverside Theatre — $18 – $42 — Witness the heartwarming Pulitzer Prize-winning story of a man’s journey of self-discovery amid whimsical friendship.
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Tune Out Music Trivia Night
7-10 p.m. — Big Grove Brewery & Taproom — Free entry — Test your music knowledge with friends at this lively trivia night.
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UI Jazz Jam Sessions
7-10 p.m. — Sanctuary Pub — Free entry — Experience a lively community jazz jam session featuring local musicians and students.
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BINGO Night at Coach's Corner
6-8 p.m. — Coach's Corner — Win money off your tabs — Enjoy BINGO and a lively sports bar vibe with friends.
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Thursday Group Class - Cello Book 1
5:00-5:45 p.m. — Preucil School of Music — Cost not specified — Participate in a group cello class tailored for beginners.
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