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Iowa City
Tuesday, April 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 1st of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Iowa City store Textiles—an icon for 34 years—closed after owner Ritu Jain announced her retirement on March 31. Jain, who started the store in 1991 and built it into a neighborhood landmark, said she is open to selling the business to someone who will continue its legacy. Downtown Iowa City
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Three Minnesota men were arrested after stealing $2,000 of baseball equipment from the Jacobson Athletic Building at 1:30 a.m. Sunday—allegedly Carter Oney, Kaysen Platz, and Jeffery Wanhala—after they were later found trespassing at Kinnick Stadium. KCRG
- ➤ Iowa City police charged 46-year-old Elijah Childs after a high-speed chase on Highway 218 that began in Lee County on Sunday, went through Henry and Johnson Counties, and ended safely around 6:15 a.m. when his vehicle hit stop sticks. KCRG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lawmakers at the Iowa Statehouse are reviewing bills that must get chamber approval and committee passage in the other chamber to remain active before Friday, April 4. One bill would let the Iowa Board of Regents make DEI courses optional for public university students—others would expand disability coverage for emergency responders and allow private school students to join certain public school programs. We Are Iowa
- ➤ The Johnson County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that Iowa City native Deputy Kendall Giese (36) died on March 26 after battling cancer; he served as a reserve deputy since 2008 and worked as a deputy for eight years before returning in 2021. KCRG
- ➤ Johnson County launched its Solar Task Force on March 27 to boost solar energy use and aims for 10% of county energy to come from rooftop panels by 2035 — this means about 4,100 homes will need solar power. The group has partnered with local organizations and will host educational breakfasts at MERGE in downtown Iowa City starting April 17 to share how solar power can work for residents. Iowa City Press-Citizen
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ University of Iowa's Lucy Olsen will represent the team at the 2025 Lilly Women’s College All-Star Game this Saturday at Hillsborough Community College in Tampa, Florida (20 players will compete in a nationally televised game on ESPN2). She recorded 12 assists and her first double-double against Murray State, joining only two other Hawkeyes to reach this feat since 2009. KCRG
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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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Piano Sundays at the Old Capitol Museum
1:30-3 p.m. — Old Capitol Museum — Free entry — Experience the talents of piano students and faculty in a historic venue featuring a rebuilt Steinway grand piano.
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AA: Sunlight of the Spirit Group Meeting
6-7 p.m. — Uptown Bill's Coffee House & Neighborhood Arts Center — Free entry — Connect with others in a supportive environment dedicated to recovery and growth.
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Christopher’s Bar Exam Trivia Night
8-10 p.m. — Quinton's Bar & Deli — Participate with friends — Test your knowledge and compete for cash and prizes in this interactive pub quiz.
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Climate Fiction Book Club: The Deluge Discussion
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Iowa City Public Library — Free entry — Explore the imagined futures of the climate crisis through engaging discussions of contemporary fiction.
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Swing Dance Lessons & Social Dance
7-9:15 p.m. — Masonic Lodge — $10 or $5 for students — Experience the joy of learning lindy hop with beginner and intermediate lessons followed by a social dance.
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Friday Group Class for Strings
4:30-5:15 p.m. — Preucil School of Music — Cost varies by book level — A structured group class for violin, viola, and cello players to enhance their skills.
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