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Iowa City
Friday, June 13th, 2025
Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Coralville police responded to a call about a disturbance at Western Hills Mobile Estates on 2nd Street at 11:54 p.m. Wednesday and found a man shot twice in the chest who died at the scene—no arrests have been reported as the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation assists with the case. KCRG
- ➤ A man was fatally shot at Western Hills Mobile Home Park in Coralville shortly before midnight on June 11 and died at the scene after receiving first aid—police report the incident is isolated and no arrests have been made. Iowa City Press-Citizen
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students at Iowa’s three public universities will pay higher tuition for the 2025-2026 school year—rates rising 2.7% to 3% for in-state students—after the Board of Regents approved the increases on Thursday. The board also approved salary raises for the university presidents, with new base salaries taking effect July 1. We Are Iowa
- ➤ At least two dozen students and staff from Iowa’s public universities spoke at Wednesday’s Board of Regents meeting to oppose a proposal that would eliminate required DEI content from some courses—regents postponed a vote on the new policy until next month. KCRG
- ➤ Iowa’s Board of Regents approved salary raises for the presidents at ISU, the University of Iowa, and UNI during a meeting on June 12 in Iowa City. The increases, which take effect on July 1 — with UI President Barbara Wilson receiving a $65,000 bump, Iowa State President Wendy Wintersteen a $25,000 rise, UNI President Mark Nook nearly $13,000, and Regents executive director Mark Braun nearly $20,000, reflect a minimum 3% pay increase across the board. Iowa City Press-Citizen
- ➤ The Iowa City Community School Board approved a $104.6M five-year facility plan on June 10 to add independent fieldhouses at City, West and Liberty High Schools and upgrade fine arts spaces—West High’s fieldhouse will be ready in winter 2027-28, City High’s in spring 2028, and Liberty High’s in summer 2028—while construction for other improvements is set to begin soon. Iowa City Press-Citizen
- ➤ On June 12, the Iowa Board of Regents approved a 3% tuition increase for Iowa State, Iowa, and UNI to help cover rising costs such as inflation, faculty recruitment, and deferred maintenance. In-state undergraduates will pay extra $278 at Iowa State, $279 at Iowa, and $228 at UNI — nonresident and graduate fees will also see modest hikes. Iowa City Press-Citizen
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ North Liberty City Council will propose a 1 percent local-option sales tax to voters in November that may bring in $1.7 to $3.9 million yearly—officials are still debating how to allocate the funds, with ideas including property tax relief and capital projects like a new fire station. Staff will share more details at a future meeting before the proposal goes to the ballot. The Gazette
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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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Radical Relaxation Yoga
5-6 p.m. — Public Space One — $16 drop-in or 8-class pass for $100 — Experience a community-focused yoga class dedicated to relaxation and healing.
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Outdoor Adventure Camp Week 1: Hiking, Nature, and Fire
8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. — Harvest Preserve in Iowa City — $9.38 ticket service fee — Explore nature, learn hiking do's and don'ts, and enjoy campfire fun with marshmallows.
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