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Iowa City
Wednesday, July 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An Iowa City man—Jonathan Kim—led troopers on a high-speed chase Monday evening on I-80, reaching speeds of 110 mph and making unsafe passes before a PIT maneuver stopped his vehicle and he was arrested on charges of eluding and reckless driving. KCRG
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Feralings will perform at 6 p.m. Saturday, July 19 at the corner of Market Street and Linn Street as part of the Northside Summer Nights series in Iowa City (free admission). The Gazette
- ➤ Lizzie No, whose albums Hard Won and Vanity (featured on college radio) earned praise, will perform Friday, July 18 at 7:30 p.m. at the Englert Theatre in Iowa City. Her set will spotlight her inventive album Halfsies (a blend of chaos and calm) that shows her unique sound and heartfelt style. The Gazette
- ➤ Hancher Auditorium announced its 53rd season of over 70 events that include Broadway shows, classical recitals, dance performances and comedy acts—tickets for the season, which opens Aug. 28 with a free concert by Goose on the Hancher lawn, go on sale Monday, July 21 at 10 a.m.—as the venue upgrades Club Hancher to offer more intimate events. The Gazette
- ➤ FilmScene, a nonprofit cinema in Iowa City, secured its space after foreclosure concerns and a cancelled $30,000 NEA grant as community support raised its membership to 2,400 households—its summer programming continues with regular screenings and the FilmScene in the Park series at Chauncey Swan Park, showing films like Monty Python and the Holy Grail on July 26 and Shrek on Aug. 23. The Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At its July 8 city council meeting, Coralville residents voiced sharp opposition to the proposed Flock license plate reader cameras—citing privacy risks and potential misuse for tracking personal matters—even as the council budgets $19,000 for the system next fiscal year and plans to install it in high-traffic areas near highways. Iowa City Press-Citizen
- ➤ County officials will meet with community members at a listening post in Building D at the Johnson County Fairgrounds on July 20 from 10 to 11 a.m., July 21 from 11 a.m. to noon, July 22 from 4 to 5 p.m. and July 23 from 4 to 5 p.m. Residents can also visit county information booths at the fair—providing details on programs and services—during each day of the event. KWWL
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A vaccinated adult living in eastern Iowa tested positive for measles, making it the state’s seventh case in 2025. The person visited eight businesses between July 6 and July 11, prompting health officials to advise anyone who was there to watch for symptoms. Iowa City Press-Citizen
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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The Picture Show: The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh
3:30-5:30 p.m. — FilmScene at The Chauncey — Free – $5 — Experience a delightful collection of Winnie the Pooh adventures while kids engage in film literacy activities.
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2025 AnimeIowa Convention
July 25-27 — Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center — Entrance fee varies — Enjoy three days of anime, cosplay, and engaging panels.
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Iowa Rock and Soul Revue Featuring Orquesta Alto Maiz
6:30-9 p.m. — Riverfront Crossings Park — Free entry — Experience the vibrant rhythms of Latin-jazz-dance music that will get your feet moving.
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