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Iowa City
Monday, May 12th, 2025
Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 12th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ An Iowa City employee at Procter & Gamble was arrested for stealing over $5000 by changing direct deposit details while a former Cargill manager embezzled over $25 million over eight years as ruled by the federal appeals court. The column advises employers to strengthen policies and investigations to better detect and prevent workplace theft. The Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Iowa City Transportation Director Darian Nagle-Gamm said that the fare-free transit pilot increased ridership by 30 percent since it began in August and that new federal funds will help improve bus stops and build a new transit facility. He added that adding more electric buses and switching to a new manufacturer will boost service reliability as the system grows. The Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ An eastern Iowa mother is honoring her late son by raising awareness and funds for epilepsy research—she is leading Declan’s Walk for Epilepsy on June 7 at City Park in Iowa City starting at 8 a.m. She said the event will support families as researchers work to prevent future tragedies. KCRG
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A Roll of the Dice: Symbolism in the Sackner Archive
9 a.m. - 6 p.m. — University of Iowa Libraries Main Library Gallery — Free admission — Explore the profound influence of Mallarmé's revolutionary poem on art and design.
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Prairie Preview 40! Featuring Robin Wall Kimmerer
4:30-7:30 p.m. — The Englert Theatre — Free entry — Celebrate 40 years of environmental stewardship with interactive booths and a keynote by acclaimed author Robin Wall Kimmerer.
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A Roll of the Dice: Symbolism in the Sackner Archive
9 a.m. - 6 p.m. — University of Iowa Libraries Main Library Gallery — Free admission — Explore the revolutionary influence of Stéphane Mallarmé's poem on graphic design and visual poetry.
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Friday Night Concert Series
6:30-9 p.m. — 210 S Dubuque St, Iowa City, IA — Free entry — Celebrate the start of summer with local musicians at this vibrant concert series.
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Sensory Sensitive Inflatable Afternoon
1:30-3:30 p.m. — Iowa City Scanlon Gym — Cost not specified — Enjoy unstructured play time with inflatables designed for sensory sensitive friends and families.
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May's Featured Artist: Laurel Kubby
7 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Beadology Iowa — Free entry — Explore the intricate 3-dimensional geometric seed bead work of artist Laurel Kubby throughout May.
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A Roll of the Dice: Symbolism in the Sackner Archive
9 a.m.-6 p.m. — University of Iowa Libraries Main Library Gallery — Free entry — Explore the influential legacy of Stéphane Mallarmé’s revolutionary poetic work in a unique exhibition.
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Iowa City Crusade Amazing Race & Tour
11 a.m. — Java House Coffee Roasters - Downtown — One ticket per person — Embark on a creative scavenger hunt exploring local gems and tackling fun challenges.
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Story Jam
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Iowa City Public Library — Free entry — A lively music and movement program promoting early literacy for children and caregivers.
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Eat for the Arts at Short's Burgers Eastside
11 AM – 8 PM — Short's Burgers Eastside — 15% of sales go to support local arts — Enjoy tasty burgers while contributing to community programs.
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