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Iowa City
Wednesday, June 11th, 2025
Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Iowa veteran Joedy VanVelzen has passed the halfway mark on the 2,200-mile Appalachian Trail after reaching Duncannon, Pennsylvania, and he will head to New Jersey this week — he refreshed his gear with a haircut, beard trim, new shoes, and his wife’s hiking poles while trekking with fellow veterans — and he expects to finish in Maine by August. WHO 13
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Iowa will fix up its technology lab for $28 million so the Computer Science Department can expand and will spend $23 million on the bus facility to add space for electric buses — it also plans to tear down three buildings to build a new UI Health Care inpatient tower. The Board of Regents will consider these plans on June 12 and work will start this fall. Iowa City Press-Citizen
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Johnson County Conservation Department announced the promotions of two long-serving employees, as Dave Gustafson becomes Operations Superintendent and Jeremy Rieck advances to Natural Resource Manager—bringing a combined 42 years of experience to their roles. KWWL
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ University of Iowa Health Care settled two malpractice lawsuits on Monday for $3.5 million—$1.5 million for a wrongful death after a pulmonary embolism during leg surgery and $2 million for permanent leg damage after plastic surgery. The settlements are part of a seven-year agreement with UI Physicians that does not use state general fund money for 2025. Iowa City Press-Citizen
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ INDYCAR will return to Iowa Speedway next month, and fans can expect an exciting race event + local excitement. Driver Salvador de Alba previewed the highly anticipated race during a midday segment on Local 5 today. We Are Iowa
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Christopher's Bar Exam Quiz Night
8-10 p.m. — Donnelly's Pub — Cash prizes available — Engage in an exciting interactive pub quiz filled with fun challenges and team competitions.
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Friday Night Concert Series
6:30-9 p.m. — 210 S Dubuque St, Iowa City, IA — Free entry — Experience the vibrant local music scene at the kickoff of summer festivities.
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Iowa City Farmers Market
7:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Iowa City Farmers Market — Free — Explore a vibrant open-air market featuring fresh, locally produced goods and a diverse community atmosphere.
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Games in the Grove
1-3 p.m. — Plum Grove Historical Site — Free event — Experience historic games like stilts and hoop & stick in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere.
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Monday Open Comedy Mic
8-11:30 p.m. — AlleyCat — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughter with open mic comedy followed by karaoke fun.
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Trivia Tuesday
8 PM - 12 AM — AlleyCat — Prize info available — Test your knowledge in teams of up to 6 for great prizes at Trivia Tuesday.
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BINGO Night at Coach’s Corner
6-8 p.m. — Coach’s Corner — Win money off your tabs — Enjoy a fun night of BINGO in a great sports bar atmosphere with friends and large televisions.
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Gentle Yoga Class with Jennifer New
11 PM - 12 AM — Public Space One — $16 drop-in or 8-class pass for $100 — Experience a gentle and community-focused yoga class led by a seasoned instructor.
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Wonka & Sweets Movie Night
5-7:30 p.m. — Ashton House — Chocolate treats — Enjoy a screening of the musical 'Wonka' featuring Timothée Chalamet and Hugh Grant while savoring sweets.
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The Picture Show: The Spongebob Squarepants Movie
11 AM – 1 PM — FilmScene at The Chauncey — Free for kids with adult ticket purchase — Dive into an under-the-sea adventure with SpongeBob and friends in this family film classic.
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