Tuesday, December 24th, 2024

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Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Veterans Affairs Hospital bus stop in Iowa City will reopen in January. KWWL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Iowa introduces new laws effective Jan. 1, 2025, including increases in vehicle registration and title fees, enhanced consumer data protection measures, and stricter regulations on tobacco product sales. We Are Iowa
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Coralville mother campaigns for increased cancer research funding after her daughter's death from osteosarcoma, highlighting the urgent need for new treatments. KCRG
LIFESTYLE NEWS
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Laughter Club Session
This weekly session encourages laughter exercises and meditation to promote stress relief and well-being.
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December Featured Artist: Cheryl Weatherford of Chereal Designs
Cheryl Weatherford showcases her unique wire working and beading art at Beadology Iowa, where she integrates spiritual elements into her designs and offers private classes.
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Family Night: Encounter Reptiles with Lindsay McDermott
Lindsay McDermott, a local reptile enthusiast, will introduce attendees to various reptiles and invertebrates, allowing for hands-on interaction and learning.
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50% Off Pre-Inventory Sale at Beadology Iowa
Beadology Iowa is hosting a pre-inventory sale featuring 50% off almost everything in the store, with certain exceptions.
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Sunday Comedy Open Mic and Karaoke Night
This event features a comedy open mic followed by karaoke, providing a fun and engaging night for the community.
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Trivia Night at Hamburg Inn No. 2
Participate in a fun trivia night hosted by Christophers Bar Exam at Hamburg Inn No. 2, featuring food and drinks.
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Catfish Keith Live Performance
Catfish Keith will perform live at The Black Angel in Iowa City, offering an enjoyable music experience for attendees.
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Music Together® Winter Session at Preucil School of Music
The Music Together® program offers a 10-week winter session focusing on early childhood music education at the Preucil School of Music.
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January Featured Artist: Laurel Kubby Exhibition
Laurel Kubby's exhibition showcases her 3-dimensional contemporary geometric seed bead work, along with her interests in design techniques, kumihimo, and bead crochet.
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Laurel Kubby's Featured Art Exhibition
Laurel Kubby showcases her 3-dimensional contemporary geometric seed bead work at Beadology Iowa throughout January, highlighting her skills in various beading techniques.
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