Tuesday, March 11th, 2025

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Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 11th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Keyon Shelby has been promoted to Operations Manager of the Downtown Iowa City Ambassador program, a key initiative to maintain cleanliness, safety, and hospitality in the business district. Downtown Iowa City
- ➤ A well-known trail bridge in Iowa City is set to be replaced. KWWL
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ MidAmerican Energy proposes a 900-acre solar farm in Johnson County, Iowa, aiming to power over 30,000 homes, as part of a larger initiative to meet growing energy demands with renewable sources. Iowa City Press-Citizen
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The University of Iowa is hosting an exhibit featuring 32 portraits and stories of Iowans who died from drug overdoses, highlighting personal memories rather than their cause of death. KCRG
SPORTS NEWS
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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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The Picture Show: Babe - Pig in The City
A family-friendly screening of 'Babe: Pig in The City' featuring a Picture Show Passport for kids to collect stickers and prizes.
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Chinese Bilingual Storytime for Children
This weekly event features a bilingual storytime session in Chinese and English, including songs, rhymes, and crafts for children and their caregivers.
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World Club: Cultural Exploration
The World Club offers a monthly opportunity to explore diverse world cultures through stories, games, crafts, and activities at the Iowa City Public Library.
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First Round: Iowa City Happy Hour Gathering
This monthly happy hour event provides a platform for locals to socialize, network, and engage in discussions about community arts, business, and culture.
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IC Bird Club Meeting: Amazing Birds of East Africa
Club member Linda Rudolph will present her experiences and insights on the remarkable birds and mammals encountered during her travels in East Africa.
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Spring Equinox Meditation by the River
An evening meditation led by Emelia to celebrate the arrival of spring, taking place outdoors by the river at Ashton House.
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