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Wednesday, September 4th, 2024

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Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of September.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Iowa City's City Council votes to lower downtown parking rates from $3 to $2.25 after public backlash and concerns from business owners.  KCRG
  • 76-year-old Larry Ritland embarks on a 1,149-mile bike ride from Iowa to Texas to honor two Iowa WW2 women veterans and raise awareness about their service.  KCRG

CRIME NEWS

  • Ali Younes, charged with attempted murder and theft on the University of Iowa campus, was extradited and additionally charged with escape after fleeing to Jordan and self-surrendering in Chicago.  The Gazette

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Johnson County's SEATS program introduces its first electric bus, enhancing sustainable transit options for residents requiring paratransit and demand-response services.  Iowa City Press-Citizen

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Iowa's Lieutenant Governor Adam Gregg resigns to prioritize his family, closing his seven-year tenure beside Gov. Kim Reynolds.  Iowa City Press-Citizen

HEALTH NEWS

  • Iowa City contemplates a kratom sale ban amid debates over its safety and efficacy for pain relief, with users like Howard Techau arguing against the ban due to personal health benefits.  KCRG

SPORTS NEWS

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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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  • 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.

    Sun, 9/15/24

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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.

    Mon, 9/16/24

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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.

    Tue, 9/17/24

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