Saturday, March 14th, 2026
Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of March.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Iowa House passed bills that will require public universities to offer an opt-in tuition guarantee for resident undergraduates enrolling from 2027-28 + add required American history and government courses to general education and keep presidential search candidates anonymous until finalists meet in private. Iowa City Press-Citizen
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Two new reports show Iowa has the fastest-rising cancer rates, with factors such as diet, tobacco use, and farming runoff contributing to the epidemic; experts urge regular colonoscopies during Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month to help lower future risk. We Are Iowa
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Radical Relaxation Yoga
5-6 p.m. — Public Space One — $16 drop-in — Experience collective healing and radical ease in a nurturing yoga environment.
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Trivia Night at Hamburg Inn #2
7-9 p.m. — Hamburg Inn No. 2 — Free entry — Enjoy a fun-filled evening of trivia hosted by Christophers Bar Exam.
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UI Jazz Jam Sessions
7-10 p.m. — Sanctuary Pub — Free entry — Monthly community jazz jam session featuring local musicians and students.
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BINGO Night at Joe's Place
8-9 p.m. — Joe's Place — Dollar Off Wells & Whiskey — Enjoy a fun-filled night of biweekly bingo with themed drinks and popcorn.
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Work From The Brewery Series
11 AM – 4 PM — Big Grove Brewery & Taproom — Costs may apply for special activities — Blend productivity with yoga and fresh brews in a lively brewery setting.
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Friday Crafternoons
1-3:30 p.m. — Stanley Museum of Art — Free entry — Enjoy a relaxed afternoon crafting with provided supplies and snacks.
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Christian Singles Gathering
6-8 p.m. — Basta Pizzeria Ristorante — $20 for Non Hub Members — Enjoy delicious Italian comfort food and meaningful conversations with fellow Christian singles.
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Robert Cray Live
7:30-9 p.m. — The Englert Theatre — $25-$144+ — Experience the legendary Robert Cray as he brings his soulful blues and rock music to Iowa City.
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Monday Night Gravel Ride
6:30-8:30 p.m. — World of Bikes — Free entry — Enjoy a no-drop gravel ride with varying routes ending at Big Grove Brewery.
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Tune Out Weekly Music Trivia
7-10 p.m. — Big Grove Brewery & Taproom — Free entry — Test your music knowledge in a lively trivia competition with friends over pints.
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No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Sam Altman
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