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Iowa City
Thursday, October 16th, 2025
Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of October.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The popular off-Broadway musical 'Disenchanted!' is setting the record straight on Disney fairy tales at the Civic Center—its performance offers a fresh take on familiar stories. We Are Iowa
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Three candidates are running for seats on the Clear Creek Amana school board as voters head to the November 4 polls. They explain their views on Education Savings Accounts, cell phone rules, and book review processes—each outlining plans to manage district growth and support quality education. Iowa City Press-Citizen
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Iowa sophomore guard Emely Rodriguez, who came from La Romana and carries her culture with pride, now plays for the Hawkeyes—she held a free basketball camp for kids in her hometown and will help inspire others as she represents her roots. The team will begin their season on Nov. 3 against Southern. We Are Iowa
- ➤ At Hawkeye Men's Basketball Media Day, coach Ben McCollum—whose teams won 13 conference titles and 4 Division 2 national titles—urged his players to keep a chip on their shoulder as they prepare for their season opener on November 4 at Carver Hawkeye Arena while noting that freshman forward Trey Thompson chose Iowa for its coaching fit. KWWL
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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.
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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.
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All Acts Open Mic Night
8 PM - 12 AM — AlleyCat — Free entry — Showcase your talent with an open mic followed by karaoke fun.
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Monday Open Comedy Mic
8-11:30 p.m. — AlleyCat — Free — Enjoy a night of laughs followed by karaoke at this weekly comedy showcase.
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Trivia Night
7-9 p.m. — Vue Rooftop — Enjoy fun trivia on diverse topics along with Music Bingo for prizes.
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Bingo Night at Hamburg Inn #2
7-9 p.m. — Hamburg Inn No. 2 — Free to play — Enjoy a fun evening of free bingo in a friendly atmosphere.
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Guest Artist Recital: Robert Benton
7:30 p.m. — The University of Iowa School of Music - Voxman Building — Ticket purchase required — Experience the mesmerizing sounds of euphonium in a captivating live recital.
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Friday Night Concert Series
6:30-9:00 p.m. — Pedestrian Mall — Free entry — Experience the vibrant sounds of local musicians in a lively outdoor setting.
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Lady Franklyn Improv Show
7:30-9 p.m. — Willow Creek Theatre Company — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of laughs with Iowa City’s first professional improv team.
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All Acts Open Mic Night
8 p.m. — AlleyCat — Free entry — Showcase your talent at an open mic night with karaoke to follow.
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