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Iowa City
Friday, September 19th, 2025
Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 19th of September.
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Representatives from the Iowa Department of Natural Resources hosted a virtual hearing on Thursday to review water quality standards for toxic substances, nitrates, and E. coli so Iowa can update its human health criteria to match updated EPA guidance—another virtual meeting will be held on Sept. 23 at 2:30 p.m. with public comments accepted until Oct. 20. We Are Iowa
- ➤ Volunteers gathered at F.W. Kent Park near Oxford on Sept 17 to collect Golden Alexander seeds for a prairie restoration project hosted by Johnson County Conservation — some seeds will support a new 30-acre project and Project Wingspan for native pollinators. Weekly seed harvest events will continue through early November. Iowa City Press-Citizen
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Johnson County Sheriff Brad Kunkel said he ended the joint law enforcement facility project after city and county leaders failed to align on timelines—he noted that Iowa code requires bond referendums on a general election ballot and that without city support, at least 60% voter approval is needed for the $80 million project to move forward. KCRG
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Iowa City council voted on Tuesday to rezone nearly 10 acres on Greenwood Drive, the vacant site of Roosevelt Elementary, into a Medium Density Multi-Family Residential Zone. Indiana-based TWG plans to build 187 affordable housing units — with 113 parking spaces — on the property that closed in 2011 and has remained vacant since 2021. KCRG
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Evening with Jervis Campbell
7-10 p.m. — Old Brick — Tickets available — Experience an evening of soulful music that encourages reflection and connection.
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Bootcamp Album Release Show
8-10:30 p.m. — AlleyCat — $15 — Celebrate the launch of Bootcamp's album with performances from local artists Destiny Bond, Oral Fixx, Buio Omega, and Jive Bomb.
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Espressivo Rehearsals
4:30-5:30 p.m. — Preucil School of Music — Free event — Enhance your musical skills during dedicated rehearsal time for the Espressivo ensemble.
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University Heights Farmers Market
4-6 p.m. — West end of the former University Athletic Club parking lot — Free entry — Fresh produce and local goods await every Tuesday in the summer months.
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Christopher’s Bar Exam Trivia Night
9-11 p.m. — Micky's Irish Pub — No cover charge — Test your knowledge and compete for cash prizes in an interactive pub quiz.
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ICPL Fiber Arts Hangout
6-8 p.m. — Iowa City Public Library — Free entry — Connect with fellow fiber art enthusiasts in a creative and conversation-filled environment.
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Ion and Alyx Rush with Jack Lion
6:30-9 p.m. — Pedestrian Mall — Free entry — Experience a night of live music featuring Ion, Alyx Rush, and Jack Lion.
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National Theatre Live: A Streetcar Named Desire
12:00 – 2:30 PM — FilmScene at The Chauncey — $10 for members, $15 for students/seniors, $20 public — Experience a spectacular live broadcast of Tennessee Williams’ timeless masterpiece featuring top-tier talent.
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All Acts Open Mic Night
8 PM-12 AM — AlleyCat — Free entry — A welcoming platform for performers of all kinds followed by karaoke fun.
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