Good Day
Iowa City
Friday, April 24th, 2026
Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of April.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in the Midwest dropped to $3.79 per gallon on Monday from $3.89 last week, per the US Energy Information Administration. Prices remain below the national average amid trader uncertainty about Middle Eastern tensions & a spring driving surge. Iowa City Press-Citizen
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Two weeks after NASA’s Artemis II mission returned from a 10-day lunar flyby, University of Iowa professor Jasper Halekas said the flight tested key systems for longer space travel (minor issues with leaks and a toilet design were noted) that could boost future missions. We Are Iowa
- ➤ On April 23, the Iowa Board of Regents approved a 3% tuition increase for in-state undergraduates at ISU, UI and UNI for the 2026–27 school year, raising costs by about $250 each year; student leaders acknowledged the burden while one regent opposed the measure. Iowa City Press-Citizen
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ During Parkinson's Awareness Month, Nick Fey, who has seen Parkinson's impact loved ones, leads a support group at Lifetime Fitness for people with the disease. The group offers guidance and community resources for those in need. We Are Iowa
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Iowa native offensive lineman Kadyn Proctor was selected 12th by the Miami Dolphins in the NFL Draft today & he played three seasons at Alabama after a standout career at Southeast Polk. Analysts say he may shift from tackle to guard next. We Are Iowa
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Iowa City Variety Show 2026
6:30-10:30 p.m. — First Avenue Club — $10 admission — Experience a delightful evening of amateur talent showcasing the vibrant talents of the Iowa City community.
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Musical Achievement Week
All day — Preucil School of Music — Check local listings — Celebrate musical talent with performances featuring pianos in Wilson Auditorium and violins in Walder Hall.
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West Coast Swing Foundations Class
6:15-9 p.m. — Public Space One — No cost listed — Learn the basics of West Coast Swing and enjoy social dancing in a welcoming environment.
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Youth Lacrosse Clinic in Iowa City
5:45-6:45 p.m. — Kickers Field 2 — Free entry — A fun clinic teaching fundamental lacrosse skills with an emphasis on excitement and teamwork.
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Friday Crafternoons
1-3:30 p.m. — Stanley Museum of Art — Free entry — Unwind with a low-mess craft in a relaxed environment while enjoying provided snacks and supplies.
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NAMIWalks Johnson & Linn Counties 2026
9 AM – 3 PM — Terry Trueblood Recreation Area — Registration required — Walk to support mental health awareness and the community.
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Piano Sundays: Alan Huckleberry and Studio at Old Capitol
1:30 p.m. — Old Capitol Museum — Ticketed event — Experience a breathtaking recital featuring live performing arts in a historic venue.
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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 around Iowa City ending at Big Grove Brewery.
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Christopher’s Bar Exam
8-10 p.m. — Joe's Place — Cash prizes available — Engage in an interactive pub quiz filled with fun challenges and trivia.
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Zumba with a VUE
6-8 p.m. — Vue Rooftop — Check for pricing — Dance your way through a high-energy cardio party with veteran instructor Abby Noelck.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Thomas Edison
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