Good morning, Iowa City.

Today at 9 a.m. the First United Methodist Church is hosting an immigration forum to inform visitors about challenges immigrants face and to encourage support for undocumented individuals.

Church leaders plan to build solidarity with those affected under current policies and will hold more events in the future.

Iowa City High School senior Lily Rantanen was named the Press-Citizen's Student of the Week after her school poll closed on Oct.

9; she serves as executive editor of The Little Hawk (the student newspaper that earned national finalist nods) while managing a heavy course load and many extracurricular activities.

Starting January 1, 2026, SNAP recipients in Iowa will no longer be able to purchase soda, candy, and some in-store prepared foods with their benefits — a move by Iowa Health and Human Services and Governor Reynolds to encourage healthier eating amid rising obesity and chronic illness.

On Friday, Hy-Vee began offering discounted weight-loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy for $499 a month—joining Costco and Sam's Club in providing these medications to customers with a valid prescription and without insurance.

The demolition for the Gather Iowa development has begun on the Coralville Strip near the University of Iowa softball and track facilities, clearing a 10-acre site for new retail and over 290 apartments aimed at young professionals.

Rael Development Corporation leads the project with phase two council approval underway for next summer and a planned completion in 2027 — the redevelopment will include a hotel, 34 affordable housing units, and community spaces.

The University of Iowa and the Iowa City Area Sports Commission will host the Savannah Bananas for two Banana Ball games at Kinnick Stadium on July 3 and 4, 2026—both games start at 7 p.m., and fans must join a ticket lottery by October 31, 2025.

All Acts Open Mic Night

8 PM – Midnight — AlleyCat — Free entry — Showcase your talent at an open mic night followed by karaoke fun.

Monday Open Comedy Mic

8-11:30 p.m. — AlleyCat — Free entry — Enjoy a hilarious night of comedy followed by karaoke at this vibrant Iowa City venue.

Trivia Tuesday!

8 PM – 12 AM — AlleyCat — No cover charge — Test your knowledge and compete for prizes in a fun trivia night with friends.

Farm to School Dinner Fundraiser

6-8:30 p.m. — the Webster — $250 — Celebrate local flavors with a four-course dinner featuring ingredients sourced from nearby farms.

Jok-E-Oke Comedy Open Mic Night

8 PM - 12 AM — AlleyCat — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughs with local comedians followed by karaoke.

Lyndsay Audra with Todd Partridge

7 p.m. — Sanctuary Pub — Cost information not provided — Enjoy an evening of music featuring Lyndsay Audra and Todd Partridge.

Lady Franklyn Improv Show

7:30-9 p.m. — Willow Creek Theatre Company — Ticket purchase required — Experience a night of laughter with Iowa City's premier improv team.

All Acts Open Mic Night

8 PM - 12 AM — AlleyCat — Free entry — Showcase your talent with an open mic followed by karaoke fun.

Monday Open Comedy Mic

8-11:30 p.m. — AlleyCat — Free — Enjoy a night of laughs followed by karaoke at this weekly comedy showcase.

Trivia Night

7-9 p.m. — Vue Rooftop — Enjoy fun trivia on diverse topics along with Music Bingo for prizes.