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Friday, April 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Asante Walker-Garcia Adams, 27, from North Liberty was sentenced to 50 more years in prison for sexual assault, burglary and robbery in Iowa City and had already received a 100-year sentence in another county. Iowa City Press-Citizen
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Board of Regents this week approved a new policy that limits annual tuition increases for in-state students to the average of the three most recent Higher Education Price Indexes and will propose specific rates for ISU, UI and UNI next fall. The board also set a rule for public online posting of undergraduate course syllabi by fall 2026—aiming to boost access to course details. The Gazette
- ➤ Iowa State and University of Iowa students from the Coalition for University Equity gathered on April 23 at the Iowa State Alumni Center to address the Board of Regents about the planned removal of DEI offices, jobs and programs under Senate File 2435—afterwards, they held a protest outside the building. Iowa City Press-Citizen
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Coralville City Council will consider tax incentives in May for the renovation of the former Iowa River Power Restaurant at 501 First Ave, which has been closed since November 2023. Old Gold LLC - led by Hawkeye alum Mark Kaufman - plans to complete renovations by 2027 and restore key historic features of the building. The Gazette
- ➤ The Iowa House passed a bill Thursday to remove the 6% sales tax on laundry detergent and sent it to the Senate for review—similar measures on toilet paper and vitamin supplements also await a vote to help reduce everyday costs for Iowan families. We Are Iowa
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The University of Iowa received Board of Regents approval to raze its outdated Center for Disabilities and Development at 100 Hawkins Dr. and will relocate it to a 58,000-square-foot building at 2610 Northgate Dr.—demolition will begin in late 2026 while renovations costing $35 to $40 million will modernize the facility for patient care, research, and training. Iowa City Press-Citizen
SHOP NEWS
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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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Spring Sensory Spectacular
1-4 p.m. — Ashton House — Snacks available — Celebrate spring with games and activities designed for youth with disabilities and their families.
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JBA April Member Meeting
5-6 p.m. — Tippie College of Business — Registration Required — Engage with fellow members at the JBA's general meeting in room W364.
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Illinois State Redbirds vs Iowa Hawkeyes Baseball
6:05-8:05 p.m. — Duane Banks Stadium — Ticket pricing varies — Enjoy a thrilling baseball matchup in Iowa City while supporting a cause of your choice.
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Katie Dahl at The Englert Theatre
7:30-10 p.m. — The Englert Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience an intimate evening with songwriter Katie Dahl as she shares her soulful music and witty storytelling.
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NAMI Family Support Group
6:30-7:30 p.m. — National Alliance on Mental Illness, Johnson County — Free entry — Peer-led support for adults with loved ones facing mental health challenges.
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Seussical the Musical Jr.
7 p.m. — The James Theater — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a whimsical journey through beloved Dr. Seuss stories brought to life in musical form.
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UI Day of Play
9 AM – 1 PM — Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center — Free entry — Experience adaptive recreation and inclusive activities for all ages.
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41st Annual Red Shoe Run & Walk 5K
10 AM – 12 PM — Lower City Park — Fundraising event — Support a great cause while enjoying a fun run in the beautiful surroundings of Iowa City.
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Chinese Bilingual Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Iowa City Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy songs, rhymes, and stories in both Chinese and English with fun crafts for children and caregivers.
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