Good Day
Iowa City
Friday, May 29th, 2026
Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Iowa ARL removed 22 horses from three properties over two days and moved them to its Second Chance Ranch. The group said residents can donate online + via Venmo to support care for the rescued horses. We Are Iowa
- ➤ Residents in a north side HOA report weeks of delayed pickups by LRS Waste and Disposal Services, with today’s truck arriving two days late and a three-week credit offered. The contract extends until Sept., leaving the community stuck with recurring issues. KCRG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Starting in July, a new Iowa law lets a close adult friend (a trusted caregiver) make end-of-life decisions when a patient cannot decide for themselves. The measure prevents care delays by supplementing the usual hierarchy of spouse, adult child, or sibling. KCRG
- ➤ The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services said on Thursday that over 5,500 SNAP households had their cards canceled and replacement cards will arrive within 5-7 days. Affected families are asked not to request new cards and may contact customer service if they need help. We Are Iowa
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Iowa Hawkeyes men's basketball team will face the Creighton Bluejays on Nov. 15 at Casey's Center (tickets go on sale Monday, June 1 at 10 a.m. on Hy-VeeTix.com) in their second straight neutral-site contest. We Are Iowa
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Community Collaborations: Stories of Community
12:30-1:30 p.m. — FilmScene at The Chauncey — Free – $10 — Engage in inspiring cinematic stories and discussions driven by local community initiatives.
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Herbs 101 Workshop
1-2 p.m. — Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center — Fee Not Listed — Discover the art of growing herbs from seed to harvest in this engaging workshop.
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Monday Night Gravel Ride
6:30-8:30 p.m. — World of Bikes — Free entry — Enjoy a no-drop gravel ride with varied routes, ending at Big Grove Brewery.
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Southside Ride at Dream City
5-6 p.m. — Dream City — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly bike ride every Tuesday evening from Dream City.
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Eat for the Arts
11 AM – 9 PM — St. Burch Tavern — 10% of sales donated — Indulge in a meal while supporting the local arts community.
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Book Club Matchmaking Session
6-7 p.m. — Iowa City Public Library — Free entry — Discover your next great read by connecting with fellow book lovers and forming short-term reading groups.
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Iowa Arts Festival
11:00 a.m. — Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown — Free entry — Celebrate summer with a showcase of over 100 visual artists, live music, and delicious food options.
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Iowa Arts Festival
10 a.m. – 10 p.m. — Iowa City Downtown District — Free entry — Experience a vibrant celebration of art, music, and food in the heart of downtown Iowa City.
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Into Full Flame
3-5 p.m. — The University of Iowa School of Music - Voxman Building — Tickets required — Experience a vibrant choral-orchestral performance highlighting themes of peace and inspiration.
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Monday Night Gravel Ride
6:30-8:30 p.m. — World of Bikes, 723 S Gilbert St — Free entry — Enjoy a no-drop gravel ride of 20-30 miles ending at Big Grove Brewery.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forwards.
~ Soren Kierkegaard
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