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Iowa City
Wednesday, November 12th, 2025
Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 12th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Iowa Giving Crew, a local nonprofit, plans to distribute 2,500 Thanksgiving meals this year but may not meet all requests as a government shutdown limits SNAP funding. People can sign up on Thursday for meals available in Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, Waterloo, Dubuque, and Davenport. KCRG
- ➤ On Monday, Starmont School District honored 99-year-old Navy veteran Charles Sparrgrove at a Veterans Day celebration—students and his daughter, Barb Williams, joined in presenting him with a challenge coin to recognize his service on the USS South Dakota when he was 18. KCRG
- ➤ Golf for Injured Veterans Everywhere provides free five-week golf training with PGA instructors—veterans gain free equipment and discounted play at courses like Blue Top Ridge. The nonprofit, founded in 2007 by WWII veteran Lou King with support from local partners, now serves injured veterans in Iowa City, Des Moines and Sioux City VA regions. KCRG
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Dan Soder is a veteran stand-up comic who grew up in Colorado and was inspired by Robin Williams and Dana Carvey. He will perform his Golden Retriever of Comedy Tour tomorrow at 7 p.m. at the Englert Theatre—tickets range from $39.75 to $59.75. The Gazette
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Iowa’s apprenticeship programs saw a 25% rise in new electrical apprentices earlier this year as programs responded to an unprecedented demand. Iowa Workforce Development distributed $3.4 million in grants to help cover operating costs for programs like CREA Trust—ensuring they can train skilled workers for local industry. The Gazette
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A strong solar storm may cause a rare northern lights display tonight in Iowa with a faint green or pink glow, and residents should look north away from city lights until about 3 a.m.—when the skies are darkest—for the best view. We Are Iowa
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ University of Iowa Health Care changed its ID badge policy—employees may now show only part of their last names—in response to union safety concerns after nurses had covered full names on badges; the change follows employee feedback and updated industry standards. KCRG
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ An article explains that giving back at the holidays does not require spending money—local residents can volunteer their time or share their skills to help others during the season. We Are Iowa
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ A 12-year-old boy from Urbandale served as Kid Captain for the Hawkeyes game against USC on Aug. 9 at Kinnick Stadium—he had recovered from a brain tumor discovered at age 10 and completed surgeries, radiation, and chemotherapy at Stead Family Children’s Hospital. He worked with a physical therapist and held fundraisers for young patients after treatment. KCRG
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Thursday Group Class - Violin Foundation
5:30-6:15 p.m. — Preucil School of Music — Contact for pricing — A structured group class focusing on the foundations of violin playing.
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Floodwater Comedy Festival
5:00 PM – 11:59 PM — Willow Creek Theatre Company — $15 – $80 — Enjoy a weekend of laughter with 55 comedians and 11 shows featuring standup and improv.
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Raised Triangle Earrings Workshop
10 AM – 4 PM — Beadology Iowa — $72 — Learn to create beautiful geometric earrings using peyote stitch and herringbone techniques.
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All Acts Open Mic Night
8 PM - 12 AM — AlleyCat — Free entry — Showcase your talent at an open mic followed by karaoke fun.
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Trivia Night at Hamburg Inn #2
7-9 p.m. — Hamburg Inn No. 2 — Free — Test your knowledge with trivia hosted by Christophers Bar Exam while enjoying food and drinks.
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Trivia Night
7-9 p.m. — Vue Rooftop — Free entry — Engage in a fun trivia night covering pop culture and more while enjoying great company and music.
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First Round Happy Hour
5-6:30 p.m. — Iowa City Downtown District — First beverage complimentary — Iowa City’s monthly gathering for locals to socialize and stay updated on community arts, business, and culture.
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IC Bird Club Meeting
6:45-8:30 p.m. — Iowa City Environmental Education Center — Free entry — Discover the wonders of birdwatching with a special presentation on the Great Crested Flycatcher.
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The Art Of Saying No by Michael Stenerson
4-6 p.m. — Arts Iowa City — Free admission — Explore a collection of vibrant artworks focused on the abstraction of letterforms by artist Michael Stenerson.
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Junk Journaling Workshop
1-3 p.m. — Arts Iowa City — $20 — Explore the creative art of junk journaling where sustainability meets artistic expression.
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