Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of April.
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🎓 Education
Facing ongoing budget shortfalls, the Iowa City school district plans to borrow $35M over the next two years to maintain payroll and operations while considering closing schools as a key cost saving measure.
The board has already approved spending cuts and paused a major facility plan amid cash flow concerns.
🏈 Sports
Former Hawkeye right-handed pitcher Duncan Davitt, an Indianola native, was called up to the White Sox’s 26-man roster on Thursday ahead of their game against the Kansas City Royals.
He advanced quickly through the minors after recording an 11-5 record at Iowa.
🎉 Iowa City Events
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Second Saturday All Ages Art: Pop Tab People
11 a.m.-1 p.m. — Public Space One — Free to participate — Create fun pop tab keychains or pendants in this informal workshop for all ages.
Heated Rivalry Trivia (Round 2)
12-2:30 p.m. — Big Grove Brewery & Taproom — Tickets required — Dive into an exciting afternoon of trivia with completely new questions and fierce competition.
Tune Out Weekly Music Trivia
7-10 p.m. — Big Grove Brewery & Taproom — Free entry — Get loud with friends while testing your music knowledge at this weekly trivia night.
Washington Girls JV Soccer Match
5-6:45 p.m. — West High School, Iowa City — Free entry — Cheer on the Iowa City West JV soccer team as they face Washington in a non-conference showdown.
West Coast Swing Foundations Class
6:15-9 p.m. — Public Space One — $10 or $5 for first-timers — Learn the basics of West Coast Swing dance, from footwork to social dancing.
Thursday Group Class - Violin Foundation
5:30-6:15 p.m. — Preucil School of Music — Check with organizer for costs — A foundation group class focused on developing basic violin skills.
Friday Crafternoons
1-3:30 p.m. — Stanley Museum of Art — Free entry — Enjoy a relaxed environment to work on low-mess crafts and projects.
Spring Open House at Iowa City Animal Care Center
11 a.m. — Iowa City Animal Care and Adoption Center — Free entry — Enjoy pup cups, painting, and activities for families and dog lovers.
Fundamentals of Metalworking: Bird Pendant
12-4 p.m. — Beadology Iowa — $128 — Learn essential metalworking skills and create a custom bird pendant.
Monday Night Gravel Ride
6:30-8:30 p.m. — World of Bikes — Free participation — Enjoy a no-drop gravel ride through Iowa City, finishing at Big Grove Brewery.
🏠 Iowa City Real Estate
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