Good morning, Iowa City.

Parents in Iowa City face uncertainty after Loving Arms Kids Care was forced to leave St. Mark’s United Methodist Church by June 30th due to noise, cleanliness and lack of financial transparency.

The daycare, which moved to a temporary location weeks ago, lost nearly one-third of its enrollment — raising concerns among families and staff about future childcare options.

A crash on Wednesday morning closed the westbound lanes of I-80 between West Branch and Iowa City—DOT officials report the impact is between County Road X30 and County Road F44.

Kum and Go gas stations in Iowa will soon be rebranded as Maverik as remodeling begins in a few days with locations in Neola, Adair, Walnut and Stuart among the first to change—they will stay open with kitchens closing early during a four-day update.

Maverik, which bought Kum and Go in August 2023, said rewards points will not transfer to its Adventure’s First Stop rewards program.

The Perseid meteor shower begins today and will continue until August 23, with its peak expected from August 12—13.

Iowa City residents should watch early before dawn at dark locations, although an 84% full moon may limit the number of visible meteors.

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.

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.

2025 AnimeIowa Convention

July 25-27 — Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center — Entrance fee varies — Enjoy three days of anime, cosplay, and engaging panels.

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.

Radical Relaxation Yoga

5-6 p.m. — Iowa City, IA — $16 drop-in or 8-class pass for $100 — Experience communal relaxation and release tension with certified yoga instructors dedicated to self-love and healing.