Good morning, Iowa City.

An Iowa City resident suffered burns after a cooking fire on Friday evening near Westwinds Drive and was treated at the scene before being taken to a hospital — firefighters arrived five minutes after dispatch and found the fire had already been put out with damages estimated at $1,500.

Molly’s Cupcakes in Iowa City will close on Saturday, August 10 after 13 years due to mounting economic challenges— the business posted on Facebook thanking loyal customers, staff and the local community while inviting them to visit in the coming weeks.

A Traer woman, Karina Cooper, was found guilty of first-degree murder for fatally shooting her husband, Ryan Cooper, in June 2021 during a trial in Linn County that lasted from July 2nd to July 11th—she now faces an automatic life sentence without parole.

Iowa City's Finance Department earned the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association for its fiscal year 2026 budget — this marks the 14th year the City has been recognized for strong policy documentation, financial planning, operations guidance, and communication.

Cedar Rapids Prairie beat Waterloo East 11-1 in a Class 4A substate opener on July 12 that was postponed from Friday due to rain and ended after four and a half innings via the mercy rule (the Hawks advanced) and (they will face a playoff opponent later this week).

Photos from Iowa City West’s postseason baseball game against Linn-Mar on July 12 show players like Kyle Cherry and Chase Bopp making key plays on the field—images capture the intense action of the contest.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

All Acts Open Mic Night

8 PM - 12 AM — AlleyCat — Free entry — A welcoming space for performers of all kinds to shine and enjoy karaoke afterwards.

Yarn Dyeing Workshop with Kool-Aid

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Iowa City Public Library — Registration required — Experiment with Kool-Aid to create unique colors on wool yarn in a fun, hands-on workshop.

University Heights Farmers Market

4-6 p.m. — West end of former University Athletic Club parking lot — Free entry — Discover fresh produce and local goods every Tuesday this summer.

Zebra Maneuver Live Performance

6:30-8 p.m. — James Alan McPherson Park — Free entry — Experience an innovative trio reimagining familiar tunes across multiple genres under the stars.