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Iowa City's new elementary plans could include specialized academies, paired schools
The Iowa City Community School District (ICCSD) is considering restructuring its current elementary school model, anchored by a desire for smaller class sizes, specialized academies, and new preschool centers. The local school board - which covers elementary schools in Iowa City, Coralville and North Liberty, held a special work session on Tuesday,...
UIHC resident who violated patient privacy laws to be sentenced after being fired
A former resident of the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics who was terminated from their position is currently awaiting sentencing for breaking federal patient privacy laws at two hospitals in Iowa. A 34-year-old man named Dr. Gabriel Alejandro Hernandez Roman, previously residing in Iowa City, was charged with wrongfully...
Cambus adding electric buses, upgrading facility through $16.4M federal grant
Cambus is going electric. The Federal Transportation Administration awarded the University of Iowa's free bus service $16.4 million in federal funding to purchase six new battery-electric buses which will help phase out old, diesel-powered vehicles. ...
Downtown employees and owners reeling by new parking rates
After a rise in parking rates in Iowa City, residents and local businesses have been left reeling. During the Iowa City City Council meeting on May 21, the council voted to increase parking rates for the first time since 2013. The new rates include a $1 or $2 increase in...
Cant-miss summer fun in Johnson Co. from live music to movies in the park and Swisher Fun Days
Though the end of summer is looming, there is still plenty to do in Iowa City and Johnson County, from live music to free activities and small-town celebrations. Here are five things to do during the last weekend of July. Swisher Fun Days ...
Lifelong 4-Hers, Jim and Sandi Hotchkiss, Inducted into Washington County 4-H Hall of Fame
“Jim and Sandi Hotchkiss of Washington were recognized at the Washington County Fair on July 19 as the 2024 Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame recipient for Washington County. Annually, every county is to select one recipient for the Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame. Once members, then parents to 4-Hers, then...
Root for Trees program to take root in Iowa City August 1st
IOWA CITY, Iowa — In Iowa City, Root for Trees is taking root -- for its fifth year -- starting on Thursday, August 1st. The program encourages both business owners -- and residents -- to apply for vouchers that can be used to purchase trees at a discounted rate.
Iowa City Herky Statues are Now Available as Bobbleheads [GALLERY]
25 of the 2024 'Herky on Parade' statues now have their very own bobbleheads!. Earlier this year, 100 new, unique Herky statues were unveiled and placed around the Iowa City area as part of the 3rd generation of 'Herky on Parade.' According to the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame website, it was the "largest public art project Iowa has ever produced," and all 100 of the statues were painted by local or regional artists.
Disruption of online permitting services coming Aug. 3
The Iowa City Land Management, Permitting, and Licensing software will undergo planned updates on Saturday, Aug. 3, 2024, causing a disruption of related online City services. This software is used by Building Inspections, Housing Inspections, the Urban Planning Division, and the Public Works Department. Alcoholic beverage licenses and permits through the City Clerk's Office will also be impacted.
Dream City to break ground on entrepreneurial hub facility in Iowa City August 2
IOWA CITY, Iowa (KGAN) — An eastern Iowa non-profit is getting ready to break ground on a redevelopment project that will bring in a new business hub. Dream City is a non-profit organization that advocates for community empowerment. They are planning to build an entrepreneurial hub facility. Organizers said...
Temporary transit detours to run in Iowa City, here's where
IOWA CITY, Iowa — If you commute in Iowa City using transit services, you'll want to be aware of these temporary detours. Right now, several transit detours -- and stops -- are temporarily set up in the downtown area. You can find those route changes below:. The 1-South Iowa...
55+ Connections: Week of 7/22/24
This is the 55+ Connections weekly update. If you would like to sign up to get more updates from the city go to northlibertyiowa.org/subscribe. There is now a paper version of this newsletter available at the library!. 55+ Connections: Tuesday Gathering. Tuesday, July 23. 10:30 AM. North Liberty Library –...
Lone Tree CSD Provides Update On Summer Projects
Plenty of summer projects are underway in the Lone Tree Community School District. In what has already been a busy few months, the District is in the process of installing a new HVAC system in the school’s south gym. The rooftop units have been placed on the top of the building with next steps to include connecting gas lines and installing the fabric duct. The flower bed in front of the main entrance has been removed, and will be replaced with a new retaining wall and mulch after the lion statue is centered. Additional projects in the works at Lone Tree Schools are updating their networking and PA system, resurfacing the track, and installing a new key fob system.
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