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Wednesday, September 25th, 2024

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Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of September.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Iowa City residents protested against Israel's actions in Gaza and Lebanon, emphasizing a call for peace.  Iowa City Press-Citizen
  • A retired police lieutenant is traversing Iowa on foot to fundraise for autism in honor of his nephew, aiming to raise $10,000.  WHO 13

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Cyclist Ashlee Hopkins, who was hit during the Farm Cycle Ride in Iowa City, has died after being removed from life support.  KCRG

CRIME NEWS

  • A Pennsylvania man admitted to making a false bomb threat to the University of Iowa and a fictitious mass-shooting tip in Norway due to a fantasy football dispute, wasting significant law enforcement resources.  Iowa City Press-Citizen

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Iowa City's fifth annual Climate Fest began with a workshop on reporting precipitation to enhance national environmental data, drawing 40 participants.  KCRG

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Guillermo Morales, ousted for alleged workplace behavior, launches a write-in bid for Johnson County supervisor, rallying community support.  Iowa City Press-Citizen
  • The House Republican super PAC commits $4.2 million to ads in Iowa's 1st and 3rd Congressional Districts aiming to bolster the reelection of GOP incumbents in competitive races.  Iowa City Press-Citizen

SPORTS NEWS

  • A charity e-sports tournament will be hosted at Kinnick Stadium to showcase Hawkeye Pride.  KWWL
  • Matt Campbell ties Dan McCarney for all-time wins at ISU, while the Hawkeyes secure a season-saving victory over Minnesota.  WHO 13

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Meshell Ndegeocello Live Concert

    Experience an electrifying performance by acclaimed artist Meshell Ndegeocello at Hancher Auditorium in Iowa City.

    Thu, 9/26/24

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  • An Evening of Poetry with Patti Smith

    Experience an evening of acclaimed poetry readings by Patti Smith at The Englert Theatre in downtown Iowa City, presented by Hancher.

    Fri, 9/27/24

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  • Shade of Blue Concert Featuring Joan Ruffin & Anthony Hendricks

    Experience the hypnotic grooves of Shade of Blue alongside special guests Joan Ruffin and Anthony Hendricks in a night filled with soulful music and dance tributes.

    Sat, 9/28/24

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  • Fall Art Market at Big Grove

    Explore a vibrant collection of local artwork at the Fall Art Market, featuring a variety of talented artists in a communal setting.

    Sun, 9/29/24

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  • Spanish Bilingual Storytime with Children's Librarian Raquel

    Experience an engaging and informative bilingual storytime featuring songs and stories in both Spanish and English, designed for children of all ages and their caregivers.

    Mon, 9/30/24

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  • Iowa City Creative Scavenger Hunt Adventure

    Experience an engaging and interactive scavenger hunt that takes you through the hidden gems of Iowa City with creative tasks and challenges to complete along the way.

    Tue, 10/1/24

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  • Laughter Club: A Fun Way to Relieve Stress

    Experience the joy of laughter through exercises and meditation designed to alleviate stress and promote well-being.

    Wed, 10/2/24

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  • An Evening with Dave Moore and Elijah Wald

    Experience an engaging night of music and storytelling with celebrated artists Dave Moore and Elijah Wald at The Englert Theatre.

    Thu, 10/3/24

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  • Steven Schick: The Iowa Legacy of Contemporary Music Performance

    Experience a captivating reflection on the rich history of contemporary music at the University of Iowa, accompanied by virtuosic solo percussion performances.

    Fri, 10/4/24

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  • KPop Night at UH2BT

    Experience an electrifying night of dancing to the latest KPop hits spun by the hottest DJs in Iowa City at a vibrant pop-up party.

    Sat, 10/5/24

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