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Iowa City
Wednesday, March 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 26th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Iowa City Downtown District will host its annual meeting on May 21 at the Iowa City Senior Center from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., where community members and leaders will review past achievements and discuss plans for downtown growth. Attendees will enjoy happy hour from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and a presentation at 5:00 p.m. that outlines updates on programs—like the Downtown Ambassador program and X Marks the Arts initiative. Downtown Iowa City
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bing—a Great Dane from Newton—stars in the upcoming film The Friend with Bill Murray and Naomi Watts. He filmed in New York City in early 2024 after delays from COVID-19 and actor strikes and the movie will open on April 4. We Are Iowa
- ➤ David Letterman will interview WNBA star Caitlin Clark on his Netflix show 'My Next Guest Needs No Introduction'—the episode will air April 8. A filmed conversation last December at Ball State University featured her record-breaking rookie season and highlighted her competitive drive. We Are Iowa
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Iowa House passed a bill that increases fines for breaking open meeting laws after a collapse in Davenport nearly 2 years ago led to deaths and amputations. House Rep. Gary Mohr said the fines will go from $500 to $2,500 and from $2,500 to $12,500—he said the measure is meant to hold officials accountable—and the bill now goes to the Senate. KCRG
- ➤ Iowa's federal judge Stephen Locher ruled Tuesday that the state could not enforce the part of its book ban law that stops school libraries from carrying books showing sex acts—granting a temporary pause for publishers, authors like John Green and Jodi Picoult, and the Iowa State Education Association who challenged the law. His decision reverses a recent enforcement and is expected to be appealed as the legal fight continues. We Are Iowa
- ➤ Iowa City's proposed Fiscal 2026 budget will keep the property tax rate flat, while the city plans to raise the water rate by 3% and add fees for curbside waste and transit to help offset revenue losses. These changes, effective July 1, come as state tax reforms have reduced revenue and created ongoing challenges for the city. Iowa City Press-Citizen
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Iowa Athletics Department held a press conference on March 25 to introduce new head coach Ben McCollum, replacing Fran McCaffery for the men's basketball team. McCollum was announced on Monday + the event outlined his plans for the upcoming season. KCRG
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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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Sunday Zouk Practice
3:30-5:30 p.m. | Public Space One | Suggested donation $5-$20 | Enjoy open-level Zouk practice with Verity Rose and immerse in this vibrant dance culture.
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Sunlight of the Spirit Group Meeting
6-7 p.m. — Uptown Bill's Coffee House & Neighborhood Arts Center — Free entry — Gather with a community for support and sharing in a welcoming environment.
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UI Monthly Jazz Jam
7-9 p.m. — Wilder — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant community jazz jam session hosted by local musicians in Iowa City.
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Rosh Chodesh Celebration: Nissan
12:30-1:30 a.m. — Market-Dubuque Building — No cost — Embrace the Moonrise Mindset and reflect on freedom as a new day approaches.
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Uptown Bill's Open Mic Night
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Uptown Bill's Coffee House & Neighborhood Arts Center — Free entry — Celebrate 16 years of talent with ten-minute performances open to all ages and abilities.
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Friday Group Class for Strings
4:30-5:15 p.m. — Preucil School of Music — Check website for cost — A focused group class for Violin, Viola, and Cello players of various skill levels.
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Enchanted Moments - A Character Photography Experience
1-2:30 p.m. — East Side Recycling Center — $40 per child, $10 per adult — Step into a magical world and capture unforgettable memories with beloved princesses, crafts, and enchanting performances.
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