Good Day
Iowa City
Thursday, October 17th, 2024
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Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Press Forward will award $20 million in grants to 205 small, local news outlets nationwide, with a focus on supporting underrepresented communities and rural areas. We Are Iowa
- ➤ Iowa City celebrates the reopening of Dubuque Street with a street party on October 24, featuring live music, food, and allowed open containers of alcohol in a designated area. The Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Makena Solberg, a University of Iowa student, pursued justice for years after accusing fraternity members of sexual assault and is thankful for the resolution achieved through civil lawsuits. KCRG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Dave Jacoby, a Democrat, seeks re-election against Republican Stephen Knoner in Iowa House District 86, highlighting their divergent priorities on property rights, education, taxes, and reproductive rights. Iowa City Press-Citizen
- ➤ The Iowa City City Council narrowly passed a second reading to ban the sale of kratom. KWWL
SHOP NEWS
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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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Eclypse Haunted Attractions – Iowa City
Experience a thrilling haunted attraction featuring various scares and surprises designed to entertain and frighten attendees.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The longer you wait to do something, the more likely you are to find a reason not to do it.
~ James Clear
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