Good Day
Iowa City
Wednesday, October 16th, 2024
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Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Eastern Iowa cities announce Halloween trick-or-treat times and themed events, with varying times and activities detailed for each location. KCRG
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Michael Hurley was found guilty of murder, assault, and DUI after crashing into Iowa basketball recruit Ava Jones and her family in 2022, resulting in significant injuries and one death. KCRG
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The annual Iowa City Book Festival features over thirty authors from across the country discussing a diverse range of topics, aiming to re-engage the community with reading. KCRG
- ➤ The Guest Chamber Recital featuring Mirari Brass in the Iowa City Downtown District is free and open to the public. Downtown Iowa City
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR Iowa City homeowners are protecting themselves from unexpected repair costs with Money's recommended home warranty plans, which cover essential appliances and systems against normal wear and tear that traditional homeowners insurance doesn't include. Money
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GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Incumbent Dawn Driscoll and challenger Ed Chabal outline their priorities and policy positions ahead of the Iowa Senate District 46 election. Iowa City Press-Citizen
- ➤ Republican Judd Lawler and Democrat Jay Gorsh vie for Iowa House District 91, focusing on issues from property tax reform to education improvement. Iowa City Press-Citizen
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NAMI Family Support Group Meeting
Experience a supportive virtual environment tailored for families and friends of individuals facing mental health challenges.
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Call Your Mother Tour: Music for The Hopeful
Experience an uplifting evening filled with inspiring music at The Englert Theatre.
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'Live Your Best Life' Sensory Run and Walk
This inclusive 5K or 1 mile walk event is for seasoned runners, novices, wonderful walkers, and anyone who might need an assistive device to help with mobility. There will be fun sensory stations along the route and all proceeds will help people living with disabilities served by Systems Unlimited.
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'Live Your Best Life' Sensory Run and Walk
This inclusive 5K or 1 mile walk event is for seasoned runners, novices, wonderful walkers, and anyone who might need an assistive device to help with mobility. There will be fun sensory stations along the route and all proceeds will help people living with disabilities served by Systems Unlimited.
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Writers Row: Local Author Book Fair Featuring Panel Discussion
Experience a vibrant gathering of local authors showcasing their latest works, with opportunities for book signing, purchasing, and a panel discussion on publishing.
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AA: Sunlight of the Spirit Support Group
Participate in a supportive Alcoholics Anonymous group focused on personal growth and recovery.
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Book Babies Storytime at Iowa City Public Library
Experience a delightful storytime designed for infants aged 0-2, featuring singing, reading, and rhyming activities that promote language development.
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Music Bingo Night at Brothers Bar & Grill
Experience a fun and interactive night of music bingo every Wednesday evening at Brothers Bar & Grill in Iowa City.
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Joke-E-Oke Comedy Open Mic Night
Experience an entertaining night of comedy and karaoke at the Joke-E-Oke open mic, hosted by Travis Coltrain, where performers can showcase their talent before singing their favorite tunes.
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Live Concert with Bad Bad Hats and Samuel Locke Ward
Experience an exciting live performance by Bad Bad Hats, accompanied by Samuel Locke Ward, at Gabe's in Iowa City.
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Iowa Saxophonists' Workshop Showcase Concert
Experience talented saxophone students of Dr. Kenneth Tse showcasing their skills in a free concert open to the public.
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