Good morning, Iowa City.

The University of Iowa held its 2025 Homecoming Parade Friday evening with a 5:45 p.m. start at the intersection of Gilbert and Washington and an end at Gilbert and Iowa Avenue—former basketball coach Lisa Bluder served as Grand Marshal amid scheduled street and parking closures.

Immigration advocates and local leaders held a press conference Friday after ICE arrested Jorge Gonzalez Ochoa at Bread Garden during his shift on Thursday morning—he is charged with fraud and resisting arrest and remains in Linn County Jail.

Escucha Mi Voz community organizer Alejandra Escobar condemned the ICE arrest of Jorge Gonzalez, an Iowa City resident and immigrant, at a downtown business today—she said the action unfairly targeted immigrants.

Iowa City Community School District approved $500K in construction bids for the Center for Innovation's Dream Accelerator project in partnership with Junior Achievement—City Construction will handle general work while Tricon Construction will manage interior finishes following the board meeting on Sept. 23. The project is funded by PPEL funds and is expected to be completed by spring of the 2025-26 academic year.

Regina Catholic High School senior Howie O'Rourke was named the Press-Citizen’s Student of the Week for his leadership and strong grades; the contest poll closed on Sept.

25—new polls open on Sept. 29.

All Acts Open Mic Night

8 PM-12 AM — AlleyCat — Free entry — A welcoming platform for performers of all kinds followed by karaoke fun.

Monday Open Comedy Mic

8-11:30 p.m. — AlleyCat — Free entry — Enjoy a night filled with laughter, karaoke, and community fun at this weekly comedy mic event.

Bingo Night at Hamburg Inn #2

7-9 p.m. — Hamburg Inn No. 2 — Free to play — Enjoy an evening of fun and games with free bingo at a local favorite spot.

Trivia at the Den

7-9 p.m. — St. Burch Tavern — Free entry — Test your knowledge and compete for a $50 gift card at this fun weekly trivia night.

Ballroom and Latin Social Dancing

7-10 p.m. — Old Brick — $6-$12 — Enjoy a night of salsa dancing with lessons included for all levels.

White Reaper Concert

7-10 p.m. — Gabe's — Ticket price varies — Enjoy an energetic night with White Reaper alongside Lip Critic & Worlds Worst at a local favorite venue.

Games in the Grove

1-3 p.m. — Plum Grove Historic Home — Free event — Experience historic games like stilts and hoop & stick perfect for ages 5 and up.

Monday Open Comedy Mic

8-11:30 p.m. — AlleyCat — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughter with open mic comedy followed by karaoke fun.

Musical Bingo Night

7-9 p.m. — Vue Rooftop — Free entry — Enjoy a fun twist on Bingo with a night of music and prizes.

Iowa City Puzzle Palooza 2025

5:30-10 p.m. — Big Grove Brewery & Taproom — Registration fee for teams — Compete for puzzle glory while enjoying food, drinks, and raffles.