Good Day
Iowa City
Saturday, August 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 23rd of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Johnson County’s Community Violence Intervention Program celebrated its two-year anniversary on Friday—welcoming new outreach worker Marques Brooks who will work with local groups to mentor youth and help prevent gun violence. KCRG
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ University of Iowa students will start classes on Monday, Aug 25, as the Board of Regents approved tuition increases and an investigation is underway after undercover videos raised questions about the DEI office—while the university also announced major projects funded by its P3 fund, including a new inpatient tower, renovations to key facilities, and plans for homecoming events on Sept. 26 and Sept. 27. This comprehensive update highlights changes on campus as the fall semester begins. Iowa City Press-Citizen
- ➤ The University of Iowa’s College of Liberal Arts and Sciences announced on August 11 that it would end the Iowa Summer Writing Festival due to ongoing funding challenges—this festival, which started in 1987, has played a key role in bringing writing education to the community and beyond. KCRG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Iowa City named Lt. Axel Swanson as its new Fire Marshal after Troy Roth retired — he will lead efforts to reduce fire risk by investigating incidents, inspecting commercial buildings, and guiding public fire safety education programs. KWWL
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Sunday Fun Day: Paper Plate Seashells
2-4 p.m. — Iowa City Public Library — Free entry — Create colorful paper plate seashells using markers, watercolors, and yarn for a fun craft experience.
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Rosh Chodesh Club: Elul
12–1 a.m. — Market-Dubuque Building — Free entry — Engage in introspection and preparation for the Jewish New Year with meaningful connections.
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Christopher’s Bar Exam Trivia Night
8-10 p.m. — Joe's Place — Free entry — Test your knowledge and compete for cash prizes at this fun, interactive pub quiz.
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Music Open Jam Night
8 PM – 12 AM — AlleyCat — Free entry — Bring your instruments for a night of open mic performances and karaoke fun.
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Fall Welcome Concert: Goose
8-11 p.m. — Hancher Auditorium — Free entry — Experience an evening of live music by Goose, a rising American rock band with indie and jam influences.
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Gimme Gimme Disco Dance Party
7-9:30 p.m. — Gabe's — $24.07 — Dance the night away to your favorite disco hits at this lively party.
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Iowa City Farmers Market
7:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Chauncey Swan Ramp — Free parking available — Enjoy fresh, locally produced products in a vibrant community market.
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Iowa City Community Theatre: Barefoot in the Park
2-4:30 p.m. — The James Theater — $12-$25 — Experience the comedic misadventures of newlyweds navigating love and life post-honeymoon.
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Condensed Milk Show and Tell
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Public Space 1 (PS1) North — Free entry — A casual symposium for sharing creative and intellectual pursuits with an open invitation to participate.
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Trivia Tuesday!
8 p.m. — AlleyCat — Free entry — Compete in teams of up to 6 for a chance to win prizes in a fun trivia night.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
You can't wake a person who is pretending to be asleep.
~ Native American Proverb
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