Tuesday, June 24th, 2025

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Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of June.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Business groups and employer health plans filed a lawsuit (on June 23) in federal court alleging that Iowa's new law regulating pharmacy benefit managers will raise drug costs and violate the First Amendment and federal law; the law, signed by Gov. Kim Reynolds on June 11, will take effect on July 1 (supporters say it is aimed at keeping struggling pharmacies open). Iowa City Press-Citizen
- ➤ University of Iowa student Broc Hawkins launched Volta, a ride-share app designed for college students after he got stranded during Thanksgiving break as a freshman. The app, now available at 16 universities (with subscriptions costing $5, $7 or $10), will expand further in the coming months. KCRG
- ➤ A group of Iowa businesses has filed a lawsuit to overturn a new law that sets rules for pharmacy benefit managers — they say the law breaks free speech and will raise health care costs by stopping employers from sharing ways to save on prescriptions. The suit, led by the Iowa Association of Business and Industry and joined by three other groups, comes as over 200 pharmacies have closed in the past 10 years. We Are Iowa
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Recent changes to Iowa law allow Johnson County residents to use fireworks on July 3 and July 4, with displays allowed only between 9 a.m. and 10 p.m. on July 3 and until 11 p.m. on July 4 while a $250 fine remains for illegal use; Iowa City and Coralville plan festival fireworks shows and local governments cannot ban use on these dates or on New Year’s Eve (Senate File 303). Iowa City Press-Citizen
SHOP NEWS
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6:15-7:15 p.m. — Ashton House — Registration not yet open — Discover the unique and inclusive sport of Adaptive Boccia with local community members.
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Friday Night Concert Series
6:30-9 p.m. — 210 S Dubuque St — Free entry — Experience local musicians kick off the summer concert series.
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Open Source Exhibition
12-3 p.m. — PS1 Northside — Free entry — Explore a vibrant gallery, zine library, and micro-retail space at this community event.
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Radical Relaxation Yoga
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Monday Open Comedy Mic
8-11:30 p.m. — AlleyCat — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedy and karaoke at this local hotspot.
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Portrait Drawing Session
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Arts Iowa City — $10 — Uninstructed long-pose drawing session for artists of all levels from a live model.
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Drop In Bike Ride
5:45-8:30 p.m. — Riverfront Crossings Park — Ride at your own risk — Join a fast-paced bike ride focusing on group dynamics and fitness.
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Culinary Delights and Beverage Garden
5-10 p.m. — Iowa Avenue Apartments — Food vendors available — Enjoy diverse cuisine and beverages in a lively garden atmosphere.
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