Wednesday, July 9th, 2025

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Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of July.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Forty-nine crisis service workers at CommUnity Crisis Services in Iowa City will be laid off on July 17—TV9 has reached out for comment. KCRG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Iowa City Community Police Review Board voted unanimously to dissolve after a state law banned boards like theirs—city officials are now developing plans to form a new Chief Advisory Board to increase public engagement in police matters. The board will hold its final meeting in August while the City Council reviews the proposal. KCRG
- ➤ Mercy Iowa City's liquidation trust is asking a federal bankruptcy judge to require MercyOne to accept a $31,000 payment to settle a long legal dispute stemming from Mercy Hospital’s bankruptcy in August 2023 and UI’s subsequent rebranding of the downtown campus in January 2024—MercyOne rejected an initial payment attempt, citing federal law. Iowa City Press-Citizen
- ➤ On July 7, a 20-year-old Guatemalan construction worker and West Liberty High School graduate was deported to Guatemala after being detained by ICE in Cedar Rapids—leaving his Iowa community shocked. His attorney said that despite letters of support from local leaders and faith groups, demonstrators planned protests at ICE offices and congressional locations while his family awaits further contact. Iowa City Press-Citizen
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Jok-E-Oke Comedy Open Mic
9:30-11:30 p.m. — AlleyCat — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughter at Iowa City's favorite comedy open mic followed by karaoke.
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Friday Night Concert Series
6:30-9:00 p.m. — Pedestrian Mall — Free entry — Experience the sounds of Iowa's own folk and Americana bands Flash in a Pan and Awful Purdies.
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Iowa City Farmers Market
7:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — Chauncey Swan Ramp — Various payment options available — Explore fresh, locally produced products in an open-air market setting.
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Dragonfly Pendant Workshop
12-4 p.m. — The House of Dotł'izhi — Cost details not specified — Create your own stunning dragonfly pendant in this hands-on jewelry workshop.
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Chinese Bilingual Storytime
10:30 – 11:00 AM — Iowa City Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful bilingual storytime featuring songs, rhymes, and crafts in Chinese and English.
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Fellini's Satyricon Screening
7 p.m. — FilmScene at The Chauncey — $Varied — Experience a surreal journey through ancient Rome in Fellini's stunning film masterpiece.
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Music on the Move: Saul Lubaroff & Andy Parrott
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Willow Creek Park — Free entry — Enjoy uplifting music as local artists bring joy to the community amidst nature.
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Postmodern Jukebox Live
7:30-9 p.m. — The Englert Theatre — Tickets available — Experience classic genres reimagined in a lively music show with a talented cast.
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Lizzie No Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — The Englert Theatre — Tickets available — Experience an electrifying intimate performance by acclaimed folk rock artist Lizzie No.
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DIY Woven Coasters Workshop
10:00 – 11:30 AM — Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center — Check website for pricing — Craft your own unique woven coasters in this hands-on arts and crafts session.
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