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Iowa City
Saturday, April 5th, 2025
Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Iowa City police arrested 44-year-old Antavis Watson on charges of first-degree murder, attempted murder and firearm control after he fatally shot 38-year-old Elijah Williams on S. Gilbert Street last week when a feud led him to fire multiple shots into a car, and he appeared in court Wednesday while being held on combined cash-only bail of $1,255,000. The Gazette
- ➤ A Johnson County jury on Friday convicted a 26-year-old Chicago man of sexually assaulting an Iowa City woman while she slept on October 7, 2018 — he now faces a 10-year prison sentence. The Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Iowa City Regina Catholic junior Ella Keune was named the Press-Citizen's Student of the Week after earning a 4.0+ GPA in seven AP and three honors courses, competing on state-qualifying sports teams, and completing over 300 volunteer hours—her achievements set her apart among local high school students. The contest poll closed April 3 and a new poll will open April 7. Iowa City Press-Citizen
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City Park Pool is closed for the 2025 season to allow a construction project that will build a new pool and bathhouse. Construction will begin this spring and finish by April 2026, with the reopening set for Memorial Day (which will feature three pools and improved access). KCRG
- ➤ Prairie City police say that under Iowa’s new hands-free law—set to begin this summer—drivers seen swerving or lingering at stop signs will be pulled over to curb phone distractions. The law limits drivers to a single phone touch or voice commands and allows full phone use only when the vehicle is safely parked. We Are Iowa
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ MercyOne has asked for records from Mercy Iowa City to build its case and check claims in a legal fight that began with a court order for MercyOne to produce documents on over 40 topics—its move aims to dispute claims about its role in the hospital’s long decline and support any counterclaims. This action follows ongoing disputes that trace back to a breakdown in their relationship starting in 2017. The Gazette
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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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The Sound of Music by West High
1-10 p.m. — West High School–Arganbright Auditorium — $10 – $15 — Experience the beloved musical with talented local performers at West High School.
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Classic American Antique Auction
3-7 p.m. — 1565 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA — Admission details not specified — Discover a diverse collection of rare antiques, vintage collectibles, and unique artifacts.
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Chinese Bilingual Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Iowa City Public Library — Free entry — Delight in songs, rhymes, and stories in Chinese and English with crafts for all ages.
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Kraft & Kvetch: Passover Edition
11:30 p.m. — Market-Dubuque Building — Dinner included — Unwind and unleash creativity with fellow artists over a Passover dinner.
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