Wednesday, November 27th, 2024

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Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ WWII veteran and former POW, Henry Langrehr, celebrated his 100th birthday, reflecting on his service, survival, and the importance of sharing his story. KCRG
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Iowa City Police Department seeks public assistance to identify a person of interest in a recent assault case, offering a $1,000 reward for information leading to an arrest. KCRG
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Iowa's 2024 corn harvest concludes 'virtually complete' with anticipated record yields despite experiencing the eighth-wettest November on record. The Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Kim Reynolds pardoned two turkeys named Caitlin and Clark in a symbolic Thanksgiving ceremony, emphasizing Iowa's turkey farming contributions and reflecting on personal gratitude. Iowa City Press-Citizen
- ➤ Over 2,000 'under votes' were identified in Iowa's First Congressional District recount, potentially affecting the close race between Miller-Meeks and Bohannan. KCRG
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ University of Iowa researchers discovered that high doses of intravenous Vitamin C can double the survival rate for patients with late-stage pancreatic cancer, from 8 to 16 months. KCRG
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The upcoming football games for the Iowa Hawkeyes and Iowa State Cyclones are expected to be among the coldest on record, with kickoff temperatures forecasted in the low 20s. We Are Iowa
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NAMI Family Support Group - Peer Support for Families
Experience a supportive environment where adults with loved ones facing mental health challenges can share insights and gain understanding.
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It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play
Experience the magic of a live radio broadcast of the beloved holiday film as small-town everyman George Bailey embarks on a heartwarming journey of redemption.
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Art Social at Public Space One
Experience a casual and friendly atmosphere at Public Space One, where you can work on art projects and use provided supplies in a collaborative setting.
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Holiday Celebration with Tropical Steel
Experience a vibrant Caribbean celebration of the holiday season featuring Tropical Steel, renowned for their unique renditions of Christmas carols and festive tunes.
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Con Brio - Music Event
Experience a musical showcase as part of the Con Brio series at the Preucil School of Music, featuring a variety of performances.
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Trivia Tuesday at AlleyCat
Experience an exciting trivia night with prizes for top participants, delicious food options, and BOGO martinis at AlleyCat.
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Game Night at The Green House
Experience fun board games and themed gaming nights among the greenery at The Green House, hosted by Diversions every month.
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Jok-E-Oke: A Night of Comedy and Karaoke
Experience an evening filled with laughter and music at this open mic comedy show followed by karaoke, hosted by Travis Coltrain.
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Emo Nite at Gabe's
Experience a night filled with emo music and community connection at Gabe's in Iowa City.
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Iowa City Public Library Arts & Crafts Fundraiser
Experience a variety of handmade items at the Iowa City Public Library's annual Arts & Crafts Bazaar, benefiting the library.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The reward for conformity is that everyone likes you but yourself.
~ Rita Mae Brown
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