Good Day
Iowa City
Wednesday, April 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of April.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Iowa's public universities propose tuition hikes for the 2025-26 academic year; UI and ISU plan a 3% increase for in-state undergraduates while UNI seeks a 2.7% rise — all pending Iowa Board of Regents approval. The board will review the proposals on April 23–24 and decide at its June meeting if the increases will go into effect. Iowa City Press-Citizen
- ➤ A University of Iowa student union said five students had their visas revoked by federal officials after a webinar with the Dean of International Programs. Immigration attorney Gunda Brost noted similar cases are reported nationwide—some involving dismissed charges—while the university confirmed it is aware of the situation but cannot share further details due to privacy rules. KWWL
- ➤ Mark Triplett from Triplett-Westendorf Financial Group spoke on Local 5 at Midday to share advice for teens and their parents on practicing financial literacy—he suggested practical steps to build money management skills through local resources. We Are Iowa
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks confirmed Tuesday that she will not run for governor in 2026—she said she is focused on serving Iowa’s First Congressional District and on key policy efforts such as reauthorizing the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act and lowering prescription drug prices. Her announcement comes as speculation grows about potential candidates for governor following Governor Reynolds’ decision not to seek re-election. KCRG
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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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Spanish Bilingual Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Iowa City Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful mix of stories and language at this engaging storytime.
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Late Shift at The Grindhouse
10 p.m. — FilmScene at The Chauncey — Check the lineup of bizarre cinematic gems and indulge in a quirky cinematic experience featuring trailers and cult classics.
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Moroccan Cooking Series at Hillel's Kitchen
10:00 – 11:30 PM — Market-Dubuque Building — Limited spots — Explore Moroccan cuisine and family history through cooking.
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Book Babies Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Iowa City Public Library — Free entry — Engage infants through singing, reading, and rhyming for early language development.
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Emo Nite
9-1 a.m. — Gabe's — $21 — Celebrate all things emo with a night of music and fun at Gabes.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The price of freedom is eternal vigilance.
~ Thomas Jefferson
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