Good Day
Iowa City
Friday, April 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday afternoon, a large fire burned an apartment building near Coral Ridge Mall, causing extensive damage estimated at one million dollars and leaving 22 residents homeless while two firefighters had minor injuries and several pets died—community members shared their sadness as investigators work to determine the accidental cause. KCRG
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fire in a 12-unit apartment on Boston Way in Coralville displaced 22 residents Wednesday afternoon after an accidental blaze spread near Coral Ridge Mall — firefighters treated two with minor injuries. Iowa City Press-Citizen
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Greater Iowa City Inc.—Community Foundation of Johnson County—and South of 6 are offering ARPA-funded grants ranging from $3,500 to $20,000 to small underrepresented businesses in Johnson County until April 30. Eligibility requires at least 50% ownership by underserved groups and in-person support sessions are available, with awardees to be announced in June. Iowa City Press-Citizen
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Iowa City Community School District approved a $2.1 million letter of intent with Junior Achievement on April 8th—this project will expand hands-on career programs in its Center for Innovation and is expected to be fully operational by spring. Iowa City Press-Citizen
- ➤ Micah Hyde— a former Hawkeye and NFL player— visited an entrepreneurship class at Tippie College of Business on April 9th to help plan the charity golf classic scheduled for this summer. He partnered with students and faculty from UI to organize the inaugural event. Iowa City Press-Citizen
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Iowa City officials signed a contract with City Construction for a $13.7 million renovation of City Park Pool that will begin next month and finish in about a year. The project will create a three-pool complex, including a 6-lane, 50-meter lap pool with depths from 3.5 to 5 feet — the modern update will serve all ages though the facility will remain closed this season. KCRG
SHOP NEWS
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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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First Round Happy Hour
5-6:30 p.m. — Iowa City Downtown District — First drink free — A vibrant monthly gathering to socialize and discover local arts, business, and cultural updates.
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Swing Dance Lessons & Social Dance
7-9:15 p.m. — Masonic Lodge — $10 per evening, $5 for students — Learn the lindy hop through beginner and intermediate lessons followed by a lively social dance.
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Friday Group Class for Strings
4:30-5:15 p.m. — Preucil School of Music — Check for pricing — A group class focused on violin, viola, and cello to enhance your string skills.
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Natural Dyed Eggs and Paper Baskets
2-4 p.m. — Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center — Registration not yet open — Explore natural dyeing techniques for eggs while crafting a paper basket.
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Drawing Salon with Robert Caputo
2-3:30 p.m. — Stanley Museum of Art — Free entry — Explore your artistic side by drawing inspired by the museum's collection under expert guidance.
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Yacht Club Comedy Mic
8-11:30 p.m. — AlleyCat — Free entry — Enjoy a night filled with laughter, karaoke, and community spirit at this weekly comedy mic.
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