Good Day
Iowa City
Wednesday, March 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Public Space One in Iowa City hosts its annual art auction 'Orbital Songs' as a major fundraiser for arts programming, featuring works from about 90 artists and running from Feb 28 to March 8, 2025. Downtown Iowa City
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Two University of Iowa researchers have filed a lawsuit alleging breach of contract and gender discrimination, highlighting discrepancies in wages, use of startup funds, and lab space compared to male colleagues. Iowa City Press-Citizen
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A state audit revealed former Johnson County Conservation staff misused over $63,504 in county resources and received pay for work not done, leading to an ongoing legal review. KCRG
- ➤ Oliver Weilein won the Iowa City City Council seat with 60% of the vote, defeating Ross Nusser in a special election, promising to focus on affordable housing and community investment. Iowa City Press-Citizen
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Drew & Ellie Holcomb Live Concert
Indulge in an evening of music with Drew & Ellie Holcomb at the Englert Theatre in Iowa City.
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Guys on Ice: An Ice Fishing Musical Comedy
This musical comedy follows two ice fishing buddies from Northern Wisconsin as they navigate life, love, and fishing while sharing humorous stories and songs in their unique accents.
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Handmade Pressed Flower Paper Workshop
Participants will learn the art of paper-making and create unique sheets adorned with pressed flowers in this hands-on workshop.
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Mariee Sioux Concert
Mariee Sioux will be performing live at the Englert Theatre in Iowa City.
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Monday Night Trivia Challenge at Coach's Corner
Participate in a lively trivia night at Coach's Corner, where teams compete for house cash in a fun and social environment.
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A Roll of the Dice: Exploring Symbolism in the Sackner Archive
This exhibition showcases the impact of Stéphane Mallarmé's revolutionary poem 'Un coup de dés' on graphic design and visual poetry over 125 years, featuring curated works from the Sackner Archive.
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Kids Cooking Class
This program teaches children ages 7-16 essential cooking skills, including recipe reading, measuring, and safe kitchen tool usage.
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Buckethead Concert at The Englert Theatre
Buckethead will perform live at The Englert Theatre in Iowa City, showcasing his unique blend of musical styles.
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2025 Mid-North Horn Workshop at the University of Iowa
The 2025 Mid-North Horn Workshop will feature a display of French horn models from leading brands, hosted by Wichita Band Instrument Co. at the Voxman Music Building.
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The Picture Show: Babe - Pig in The City Screening
A family-friendly screening of 'Babe: Pig in The City' at FilmScene, offering free admission for children and an opportunity to earn stickers and prizes with a Picture Show Passport.
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