Tuesday, March 17th, 2026
Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of March.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Most interstates have remained closed since March 15 as heavy snow and wind continue to cause dangerous travel conditions; Iowa DOT says I-35 is shut from Ames to the Minnesota border and I-80 is closed between Minden and Coralville while Iowa City faces a blizzard warning until 11 a.m. Iowa City Press-Citizen
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Iowa women's basketball will play at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Saturday, March 21 at 3 p.m. CT against No. 15 FDU in the NCAA Tournament's Sacramento 4 region, following a Big Ten Tournament loss; a win sets up a home game on Monday, March 23. We Are Iowa
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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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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.
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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.
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Netted Bead Bracelet Workshop
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Beadology Iowa — $72 includes materials and instruction — Craft a stylish tubular netted bracelet with seed beads and 6mm beads in this easy-to-learn workshop.
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