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Thursday, August 15th, 2024

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Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of August.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Westwinds Drive in Iowa City will reopen to two-way traffic on August 30th.  KWWL

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A body was found under maintenance equipment in a pond at Pleasant Valley Golf Course, with the Johnson County Sheriff's Office investigating the drowning death.  KWWL

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Iowa City School Board is set to decide on new cell phone usage restrictions in schools by October, following discussions on its impact on students.  Iowa City Press-Citizen
  • Iowa implements a new law requiring schools to meet with parents and the student to address chronic absenteeism before involving the county attorney, aiming to reduce rates that exceed 40% in some districts.  We Are Iowa

HEALTH NEWS

  • KHAK's Radiothon aims to raise funds for the Children’s Miracle Network, supporting kids at the University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital.  KCRG

SPORTS NEWS

EVENTS

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  • Performance Art Lab Workshop at Public Space One

    Experience an inclusive and interdisciplinary workshop focused on performative and interactive art, encouraging participants from all backgrounds and skill levels.

    Sun, 9/8/24

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  • Laurel Kubby's September Art Showcase

    Experience the intricate world of 3-dimensional geometric seed bead work by artist Laurel Kubby, renowned for her innovative design techniques and award-winning creativity.

    Mon, 9/9/24

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  • Book Babies Storytime at Iowa City Library

    Experience an engaging and interactive storytime designed for infants aged 0-2, featuring singing, reading, and rhyming to stimulate language development.

    Tue, 9/10/24

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  • Weekly Laughter Club

    Experience a joyful group session focused on laughter exercises and deep breathing to relieve stress and promote well-being.

    Wed, 9/11/24

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  • Of Virtue Concert

    Experience a live performance by Of Virtue at Gabe's in Iowa City.

    Thu, 9/12/24

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  • Laurel Kubby: Featured Artist Exhibition at Beadology Iowa

    Experience the intricate 3-dimensional geometric seed bead work and various beading techniques of artist Laurel Kubby throughout September at Beadology Iowa.

    Fri, 9/13/24

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  • South of 6 Business District Litter Cleanup

    Help clean up litter in the busy South of 6 business district and enjoy coffee and conversation afterward.

    Sat, 9/14/24

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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