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Iowa City
Friday, August 30th, 2024
Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ FRYfest celebrates its 15th year, honoring Coach Hayden Fry with a day full of activities in Coralville. KWWL
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Drake Brezina, a 25-year-old from Washington County, avoided jail by receiving five years probation and being ordered to pay over $150,000 in restitution for causing a fatal crash in 2023 after running a red light. Iowa City Press-Citizen
- ➤ A Missouri man is charged with multiple offenses for firing gunshots in a crowded Iowa City area, causing panic but no injuries. KCRG
- ➤ A Cedar Rapids woman was arrested in Iowa City for threatening to kill her mother's boyfriend with an air rifle while intoxicated and resisted arrest. KCRG
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Iowa's Area Education Agencies report a loss of over 400 staff members following major legislative reforms, affecting all nine AEAs statewide. We Are Iowa
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Over 150 Iowa landowners express concerns over safety and eminent domain after a carbon pipeline project receives state approval, with negotiations looming and potential court disputes. KCRG
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Coach Kirk Ferentz and wide receivers coach Jon Budmayr of the Iowa Hawkeyes will serve a one-game suspension due to a recruiting violation for the season opener against Illinois State. We Are Iowa
- ➤ The NASCAR Cup Series is set to return to Iowa Speedway in 2025, following a sold-out event this year, with races scheduled for August 2 and 3. We Are Iowa
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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.
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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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