Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of August.
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🏘️ Community
FRYfest celebrates its 15th year, honoring Coach Hayden Fry with a day full of activities in Coralville.
🚨 Crime
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.
A Missouri man is charged with multiple offenses for firing gunshots in a crowded Iowa City area, causing panic but no injuries.
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.
🎓 Education
Iowa's Area Education Agencies report a loss of over 400 staff members following major legislative reforms, affecting all nine AEAs statewide.
🌲 Environment
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.
🏈 Sports
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.
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.
🎉 Iowa City 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.
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.
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.
Weekly Laughter Club
Experience a joyful group session focused on laughter exercises and deep breathing to relieve stress and promote well-being.
Of Virtue Concert
Experience a live performance by Of Virtue at Gabe's in Iowa City.
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.
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.
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.
Monday Night Gravel Ride
Experience a friendly no-drop gravel ride covering 20-30 miles with varied routes, culminating at Big Grove Brewery.
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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