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Iowa City
Wednesday, September 10th, 2025
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Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 10th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Shelter House posted signs on Monday telling the homeless encampment near its emergency shelter to clear out by 5:00 p.m. on Friday ahead of the scheduled inspection—this step aims to prevent the 70-bed facility from being shut down while outreach workers help connect affected residents to services. City council member Oliver Weilein visited the site on Tuesday as the organization works to ensure compliance and maintain shelter operations. KCRG
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Iowa City Police Department arrested 58 year old Cindy Sue Elder in a 1992 cold case after new DNA advances identified her as the mother who admitted placing her newborn in a trash receptacle—police said. KWWL
DRINK NEWS
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ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Iowa DNR officials reported that pheasant numbers reached a 20-year high with a 43% increase over last year, promising a good season for beginner hunters. New hunters will need licenses, safety certificates, and to wear at least 50% orange—rules that will be enforced when the season begins on October 25 and runs until January 10. WHO 13
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ ICDD created a new Director of Place Management role and appointed Ian Dunbar on Tuesday to lead downtown placemaking, public art, and business programs. He is tasked with managing key initiatives — including Pop-Up Markets, street closures for outdoor dining, and public art projects — to boost the vibrancy of downtown. Downtown Iowa City
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Iowa City Card & Collectibles Show
10 AM – 3 PM — Johnson County Fairgrounds — Check website for vendor table costs — Discover a wide range of sports cards, collectibles, and rare finds from top dealers across the Midwest.
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Friday Night Concert Series
6:30-9 p.m. — Pedestrian Mall — Free entry — Experience local musicians in a vibrant outdoor festival atmosphere.
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