Good Day
Iowa City
Friday, September 6th, 2024
Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The annual Taste of Iowa City event showcased a delightful array of dishes from 48 local restaurants, offering community members a unique culinary experience. The Gazette
- ➤ Cedar Rapids and Iowa City were ranked among the top 25 best places to live in the Midwest for 2024 by Livability.com, with Cedar Rapids at #11 and Iowa City at #17, based on factors like economy, safety, and education. KCRG
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Teens Elijah Seals and Kesean Ford, charged with vehicular homicide and involuntary manslaughter for a fatal crash during a drag race, are set to be tried in October. Iowa City Press-Citizen
- ➤ Iowa parents convicted of aiding their son's escape to Jordan for attempted murder charges are ordered to forfeit over $11,000. The Gazette
- ➤ A juvenile was stabbed during a fight involving a group of juveniles at the Robert A. Lee Recreation Center in downtown Iowa City, with police investigating the incident. Iowa City Press-Citizen
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Iowa City’s Riverside Theatre will present the opera 'Scalia/Ginsburg,' focusing on the unlikely friendship between the late Supreme Court Justices Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Antonin Scalia, from Sept. 5 to 15, 2024. The Gazette
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Raising Cane's opened its third Iowa location in downtown Iowa City, continuing its expansion with over 700 locations nationwide. The Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Iowa and local organizations held a class informing students about their tenants' rights to prepare them for renting in Iowa City. KCRG
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Hawkeye center Austin Blythe will serve as honorary captain during the Iowa vs. Iowa State game at Kinnick Stadium. KCRG
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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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