Good Day
Iowa City
Thursday, November 7th, 2024
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Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Johnson County Sheriff’s Office is seeking assistance in locating 13-year-old Jaylin Brown, who was last seen on Oct. 27 in Iowa City. KCRG
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Backpocket Brewing has acquired the beer brands of the now-closed Peace Tree Brewing, ensuring the continuation of its legacy within Iowa's craft beer scene. KCRG
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Harkin Institute is set to host prominent political analyst Charlie Cook for his annual lecture next week. We Are Iowa
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Iowa 1st Congressional District race remains undecided, with incumbent Republican Mariannette Miller-Meeks and Democrat Christina Bohannan awaiting final vote counts. KWWL
- ➤ Iowans will vote in 2024 to decide if Iowa Supreme Court Justice David May and other judges should keep their positions, with the Judicial Performance Review providing insights into their professional competency. We Are Iowa
- ➤ Iowa voters approved two constitutional amendments to align the state's voting age with federal law and clarify the transfer of gubernatorial power. WHO 13
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ In Jan Jensen's debut as head coach, the Iowa Hawkeye Women's basketball team won their season opener against Northern Illinois 91-73, led by Lucy Olsen with 19 points. KWWL
TRAVEL NEWS
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Live Concert by The Steel Woods
Experience a night of heartfelt country rock as The Steel Woods perform songs from their recent album and classic hits at the Wildwood Smokehouse & Saloon.
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Family Game Night Pool Party
Experience a delightful evening of family-friendly games, activities, and crafts at the pool, complete with music, snacks, and giveaways.
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Sunday Open Mic Comedy and Karaoke Night
Experience a night of laughter with a comedy open mic followed by karaoke at AlleyCat.
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Con Brio Rehearsal
Experience a musical rehearsal as part of the Con Brio series at the Preucil School of Music.
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Book Babies Storytime at Iowa City Library
Experience a fun and engaging environment designed for infants aged 0-2, focusing on language development through singing, reading, and rhyming activities for both children and their caregivers.
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Mindfulness Meditation: Cultivating a Personal Practice
Learn the principles and practices of mindfulness meditation to enhance well-being and resilience through structured activities and personal commitment.
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Panel Discussion Series on Building a Life in the Arts
Experience insights from local artists across various fields including music, film, and fashion in this informative three-part panel series.
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Nduduzo Makhathini Live in Concert
Experience an electrifying live performance by acclaimed artist Nduduzo Makhathini at Hancher Auditorium.
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Family Storytime at Iowa City Public Library
Experience engaging stories and interactive games at this family-friendly storytime suitable for all ages.
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Key Change: Piano Revolutionaries - French Impressions Concert
Experience a captivating piano duo performance featuring Ksenia Nosikova as part of the Key Change Festival.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Character is like a tree and reputation like its shadow.
~ Abraham Lincoln
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