Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of November.
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🏘️ Community
Backpocket Brewing acquires Peace Tree Brewing’s brands, ensuring the continuation of the latter's popular beers like Blonde Fatale after it ceases operations.
Shelter House in Iowa City is set to open a renovated, more accessible shelter for the homeless, featuring improved facilities and family rooms, amidst rising shelter needs.
The Johnson County Sheriff's Office requests public assistance in locating Jaylin Brown, a 13-year-old last seen on Oct.
27.
🚨 Crime
Iowa City police seek assistance in identifying a person linked to a vehicle fire at City High School and possibly related incidents.
A Cedar Rapids woman, Ellianna Jensen, will be on probation for two years after pleading guilty to participating in a riot during a summer fight at Iowa City's Ped Mall.
🎓 Education
Iowa's Board of Regents outlines steps to comply with a new law banning DEI offices and positions in public universities by July 2025, with changes already underway.
🏛️ Government
Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks leads Christina Bohannan by 799 votes in Iowa's 1st Congressional District race, with a recount possible before official results.
🏥 Health
A Muscatine man was the first Iowan to survive a cardiac arrest thanks to a new treatment at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics that triples survival chances.
Animal welfare workers are facing significant stress from compassion fatigue, struggling with high intakes and emotional tolls, while emphasizing the importance of mental health and community support.
🏈 Sports
Iowa women's basketball team starts the season with a 91-73 victory over Northern Illinois, marking Jan Jensen's first win as head coach.
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Family Storytime at Iowa City Public Library
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Key Change: Piano Revolutionaries - French Impressions Concert
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