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Saturday, August 24th, 2024
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Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Herky on Parade 3.0 concludes with a final showcase at FRYFest, featuring a silent auction of 20 statues to benefit local school art programs. Iowa City Press-Citizen
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An Iowa City police officer was deemed legally justified in shooting an armed man threatening suicide after he ignored over a dozen commands to drop his weapon, based on a report by Johnson County Attorney Rachel Zimmerman Smith. The Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Iowa's Stead Family Children’s Hospital is undergoing a $45 million window replacement project, expected to complete by early 2026, following discovery of extensive damage just two years post its opening. The Gazette
- ➤ Students and parents shared hugs and took first-day photos at Horace Mann Elementary in Iowa City, marking the beginning of the new 2024-25 school year. Iowa City Press-Citizen
- ➤ Iowa City emphasizes school bus safety tips as classes resume. KWWL
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ John Pace, after a 30-year wait and a career in AI and Data Sciences, has finally been accepted into dental school, embracing his lifelong dream. KCRG
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Iowa's coach Kirk Ferentz will serve a one-game self-imposed suspension for a recruiting violation. KWWL
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Performance Art Lab Workshop at Public Space One
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Of Virtue Concert
Experience a live performance by Of Virtue at Gabe's in Iowa City.
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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.
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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.
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Introduction to Letterpress Printing Workshop
Learn the art of letterpress printing with hands-on experience at the Iowa City Press Co-Op under the guidance of teaching artist Mackie Garrett.
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Monday Night Gravel Ride
Experience a friendly no-drop gravel ride covering 20-30 miles with varied routes, culminating at Big Grove Brewery.
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September Featured Artist: Laurel Kubby
Experience the intricate art of 3-dimensional geometric seed bead work by acclaimed artist Laurel Kubby at Beadology Iowa throughout September.
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