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Iowa City
Sunday, April 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 27th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Iowa City Police are seeking help to find 8-year-old Darnell Rayan, who was last seen at 10:00 a.m. Saturday on Westgate Avenue wearing a yellow shirt, blue pants, and gray and blue Crocs (call 319-356-6800 if you have information). KWWL
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Nine players from Iowa and Iowa State were selected in the NFL draft, including five Hawkeyes and four Cyclones. A third of the players went to one team (Houston Texans), with Cyclone receiver Jayden Higgins among those chosen. WHO 13
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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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Iowa City Mini Medical School 2025
5:15-7:30 p.m. — Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine — Free entry — Discover how collaborations in cancer research are paving the way for future clinical trials in Iowa.
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BINGO Night at Coach's Corner Sports Pub
6-8 p.m. — Coach’s Corner — Play for a chance to win money off your tabs in a fun sports bar atmosphere.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Failure is simply the opportunity to begin again, this time more intelligently.
~ Henry Ford
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