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Iowa City
Wednesday, March 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 19th of March.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Iowa Senate passed a bill that will ban citizen police review boards in Iowa City, Cedar Rapids, Ames, Coralville, Dubuque and University Heights. The bill—set to take effect Aug. 16 if signed by Gov. Reynolds—also amends civil service commission rules and now awaits debate in the House. Iowa City Press-Citizen
- ➤ Coralville has begun the third phase of its 5th Street reconstruction project near S.T. Morrison Park and City Hall, forcing pedestrians to detour along nearby sidewalks. City Engineer Scott Larson—who oversees the project—stated the detour will last through May as part of a $5 million effort set to complete by spring 2026. Iowa City Press-Citizen
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The Iowa Beef Industry Council and the Iowa Cattlemen’s Association announced 10 finalists, including Iowa City’s Wilder, for the annual Iowa’s Best Burger contest from nearly 400 restaurants. A panel of judges will visit each restaurant to choose the winner, whose burger will be named on May 1—more than 6,000 fans helped shape the contest. Iowa City Press-Citizen
SPORTS NEWS
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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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City Park Parkrun
A weekly 5k community event in Lower City Park where participants can walk, jog, run, volunteer, or spectate at their own pace.
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Generative Writing Workshop at the Stanley
This workshop invites participants to create new writing inspired by the Stanley Museum's art collection, led by local writers on a monthly basis.
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Monday Night Gravel Ride
Participate in a no-drop gravel bike ride spanning 20-30 miles, ending at Big Grove Brewery in Iowa City.
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Hang at Hillel with Ori
7-9:30 p.m. | Market-Dubuque Building | Free | Meet our Israeli visitor, enjoy snacks, play games, and socialize in a friendly atmosphere.
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A Roll of the Dice: Symbolism in the Sackner Archive
9 a.m. - 6 p.m. | University of Iowa Libraries Main Library Gallery | Free admission | Explore the visual and poetic legacy of Stéphane Mallarmé's revolutionary work.
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Gentle Yoga Class with Jennifer New
This weekly yoga class features Jennifer New, a seasoned instructor with a focus on gentle, community-oriented practices and trauma-informed training.
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A Roll of the Dice: Symbolism in the Sackner Archive
9 a.m. - 6 p.m. | University of Iowa Libraries Main Library Gallery | Free admission | Explore the profound influence of Stéphane Mallarmé’s symbolic poetry and its visual representation in art.
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City Park Parkrun
9 a.m. | Lower City Park | Free entry | Participate in a friendly weekly 5k event for all fitness levels.
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