Good Day
Iowa City
Saturday, September 20th, 2025
Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 20th of September.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Procter and Gamble is expanding its Iowa City Oral-B site with a $150 million project that will add 100 jobs and build a 150,000 square foot facility to make products that are currently produced overseas—moving production to Iowa. The project is supported by a state grant, tax credits, and local property tax incentives, and production will begin in 2027. KCRG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Attorney General Brenna Bird urged university presidents to protect free speech even when they disagree with speakers and advised schools to steer clear of discriminatory security fees in a joint letter with 17 states. She also recalled Iowa’s free expression legacy—citing the 1938 Library Bill of Rights at the Des Moines Public Library and the Tinker v. Des Moines case—to underline the importance of constitutional rights. We Are Iowa
- ➤ Air traffic controllers in Cedar Rapids saved a pilot whose Cessna lost altitude near Iowa City Municipal Airport on November 3, 2024—trainee Nathan Mencke and trainer Devin Turner guided her to a safe landing—and she later nominated them for a national award while officials warned that over 3,000 controllers are needed to fully staff towers. KCRG
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Iowa overcame Rutgers 38 to 28 as Mark Gronowski ran for three touchdowns and passed for 186 yards in the Big Ten opener Friday—he scored two late touchdowns to erase a 28 to 24 deficit. Iowa's offense gained 346 total yards and will host Indiana on Sept. 27. We Are Iowa
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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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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