Good morning, Iowa City.

Poet William O’Neal II recalled meeting Dr. Mike Welsh at Dublin Underground in Iowa City, where the doctor — whose breakthrough treatment transformed cystic fibrosis into a manageable condition — sparked new hope in O’Neal’s life.

This encounter showcased the local impact of life-changing medical research.

Iowa's women's basketball team earned a No. 2 seed in the NCAA tournament's Sacramento Regional after brackets were announced on Sunday, and they will play top teams in regional games beginning later this week.

Selection Sunday determined NCAA seeds for Iowa teams.

No. 2 Iowa State will face Tennessee State Friday at 1:50 p.m. in St. Louis, No. 9 Iowa meets Clemson Friday at 5:50 p.m. in Tampa, and No. 12 UNI will play St. John's Friday at 6:10 p.m. in San Diego.

The Iowa Hawkeyes women earned a No. 2 seed and will host Fairleigh Dickinson on Saturday — a 30-win team — while the Iowa State Cyclones women secured an 8 seed and will face Syracuse in Connecticut after Selection Sunday.

UI Jazz Jam Sessions

7-10 p.m. — Sanctuary Pub — Free entry — Monthly community jazz jam session featuring local musicians and students.

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.

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.

Friday Crafternoons

1-3:30 p.m. — Stanley Museum of Art — Free entry — Enjoy a relaxed afternoon crafting with provided supplies and snacks.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Bingo Night at Hamburg Inn #2

7-9 p.m. — Hamburg Inn No. 2 — Free entry — Enjoy a fun-filled evening of bingo with friends and neighbors.

Erik Larson Live

7-10 p.m. — The Englert Theatre — Tickets starting at $101 — Experience an unforgettable evening with author Erik Larson at the Englert Theatre.