Good Day
Iowa City
Monday, July 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 28th of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Green House at 505 E. Washington St. in Iowa City will use a nearly funded $9,000 Kiva Iowa loan to buy new kitchen equipment and expand its food offerings + the bar will soon install sound panels to fix high noise for community meetings and serve small food bites as part of its seasonal menu. The Gazette
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Iowa City met its 45% greenhouse gas reduction goal 10 years early in 2020 and now is expanding its Climate Action programs by partnering with city departments and local groups—such as those launching resilience hubs and home energy audits—to further reduce emissions. The Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local public health officials report a rise in delivery-only restaurants operating without proper licenses in Linn and Jones counties, with many using cloud kitchen models or residential spaces that lack proper inspections. They warn that such businesses put customers at risk and may face legal action if they do not comply with safety regulations—prompting calls for stronger enforcement. The Gazette
SHOP NEWS
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Trivia Tuesday!
8 PM – 12 AM — AlleyCat — Free entry — Teams of up to 6 can compete for prizes in a fun trivia night.
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Trivia Wednesday at Wilder
7-9 p.m. — Graduate by Hilton Iowa City — $10 Graduate Burger and 1/2 priced beer — Test your knowledge while enjoying great food and drinks.
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PS1 Close House Open Hours
6-8 p.m. — Public Space 1 — Free entry — Explore the gallery and enjoy free art supplies and the CAS Reading Room at PS1 Close House.
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WERQ Dance Fit Pro Certification
10 AM – 6 PM — Campus Recreation and Wellness Center — Registration fee required — Become a certified WERQ Dance Fit Pro and energize your community with exciting dance fitness classes.
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Creek Stompin' Event
2-4 p.m. — Willow Creek Park — $ — Experience a fun nature walk while exploring the creek ecosystem and learning to protect local waterways.
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All Acts Open Mic Night
8 PM – 12 AM — AlleyCat — Free entry — A welcoming night for performers of all kinds with karaoke to follow.
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Monday Open Comedy Mic
8-11:30 p.m. — AlleyCat — Free entry — Enjoy a lively night filled with comedy and karaoke every Monday.
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Trivia Tuesday
8 PM – 12 AM — AlleyCat — Free entry — Test your knowledge and compete for prizes in an exciting trivia night.
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Steve Grismore Trio Performance
6:30-8 p.m. — Riverside Festival Stage — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of jazz featuring classics and original tunes by the Steve Grismore Trio.
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PS1 Close House Open Hours
6-8 p.m. — Public Space One — Free entry — Explore a gallery with free art supplies and more at PS1 Close House.
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