Good Day
Iowa City
Monday, August 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 4th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Service dog handlers from Superstar Service Dogs are traveling statewide to comfort families of deployed service members and children after a school shooting—offering support through volunteer-led events while seeking more handlers for upcoming visits. They provide relief by spending time with those in distress and aim to spark smiles during hard times. KCRG
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Iowa City Police are investigating a shooting just before 3 a.m. Sunday on East Court Street (600 block) that injured four people; one victim was found at the scene and three drove themselves to hospitals in Iowa City and Cedar Rapids. The Gazette
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A new report from Common Sense Institute Iowa shows that since 1982 Iowa has lost over 41,000 young, college-educated people, costing the state billions in lost income and tax revenue. The study warned that if the brain drain continues, Iowa may face a long-term GDP loss of $6.1 billion by 2060—threatening its workforce and economic future. The Gazette
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Iowa grocery stores are using real-time tracking systems & working with food rescue groups to divert nearly unsold food away from landfills. They log short-dated items for donation & adjust orders each week to reduce waste. The Gazette
SHOP NEWS
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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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Rock The Chalk Festival
1-8 p.m. — Iowa City Downtown District — Free entry — Decorate an 8' square while enjoying live music and fun activities for all ages.
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Iowa City Farmer’s Market
7:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — Chauncey Swan Park — Various payment options available — Shop local and enjoy fresh, locally produced products at this vibrant open-air market.
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Iowa City Card & Collectibles Show
10 AM - 3 PM — Johnson County Fairgrounds — Entry details not provided — Explore a wide variety of Sports and TCG cards and collectibles for all ages.
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Monday Open Comedy Mic
8-11:30 p.m. — AlleyCat — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedy followed by karaoke.
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Soul Flow Yoga Class
10:30-11:30 p.m. — Public Space One — $16 drop-in or $100 for 8-class pass — Experience a gentle and accessible yoga class designed for all bodies with moments of meditation and breathwork.
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Bingo Night at Hamburg Inn #2
7-9 p.m. — Hamburg Inn No. 2 — Free to play — Enjoy a night of bingo with friends and family in a friendly atmosphere.
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NAMI Family Support Group
6:30-7:30 p.m. — National Alliance on Mental Illness, Johnson County (NAMIJC) — Free entry — Experience peer-led support for families dealing with mental health challenges.
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