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Iowa City
Sunday, April 12th, 2026
Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 12th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Iowa-based Vermeer Corp. in Pella plans to mine helium-3 on the moon within four to six years for use in medical imaging, cryogenics and fusion fuel — the company said its machine-building expertise may soon extend to space as lunar access grows with Artemis II, Starship and New Glenn. We Are Iowa
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Rob Sand addressed educators yesterday at the ISEA Delegate Assembly — winning support for his governor bid as he called for stronger ESA oversight and bipartisanship to boost Iowa education. Iowa City Press-Citizen
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Iowa City residents attended Darwin Day at Phillip Hall, where local health providers hosted vaccine info seminars and offered a free clinic that served over 50 people this past weekend. Organizer Maurine Neiman said the event aimed to ease fears and combat vaccine misinformation. KCRG
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Fundamentals of Metalworking: Bird Pendant
12-4 p.m. — Beadology Iowa — $128 — Learn essential metalworking skills and create a custom bird pendant.
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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.
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Christopher's Bar Exam
8-10 p.m. — Quinton's Bar & Deli — Cash prizes available — Test your knowledge in an interactive pub quiz full of fun challenges.
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The Wailers Live Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — The Englert Theatre — $23 – $41 — Experience the legendary reggae band, The Wailers, live with their iconic sound and unforgettable performances.
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