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Iowa City Police seek assistance in convenience store robbery investigation

Tuesday, August 23, 2022 - 9:15am
Contact: 
Lee Hermiston
Police

At 1:12 a.m., Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2022, Iowa City Police responded to Kum & Go, 955 Mormon Trek Blvd., for a report of a robbery. Witnesses reported the suspect threatened to shoot the store clerk, but did not display a firearm. The suspect then fled the store with an undisclosed amount of cash.

Police are seeking help identifying a person of interest in the case, pictured below:

How you can help:

This incident is being actively investigated by the Iowa City Police Department and we are asking the public for assistance. Anyone with information...

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Back to school safety tips from the Iowa City Police Department

Tuesday, August 23, 2022 - 8:15am
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School is back in session! The Iowa City Police Department wants everyone to have a safe and happy school year. The best way to do that is to follow these tips for getting to and from school:

Walking to school

Parents should walk or bike the route prior to school starting. Look for any possible hazards and identify a safe place for your child to go if they need help. Stop, look, and listen before crossing the street — look left, right, and left again. Always cross at the crosswalk and obey traffic signals. Stay on the sidewalk or bike path. Do not cross...

Celebrate the Iowa City Fire Department's 150th anniversary at Noon Optimist Club's pancake breakfast

Monday, August 22, 2022 - 8:00am
Contact: 
Lee Hermiston
Fire Department

The entire community is invited to celebrate the Iowa City Fire Department's 150th anniversary at the Iowa City Noon Optimist Club's fly-in/drive-in pancake breakfast at the Iowa City Airport, 1801 S. Riverside Drive, on Sunday, Aug. 28, 2022.

In addition to airplanes, plane rides, antique cars, and pancakes, the event will feature members of the fire department, past and present fire equipment, historical photographs and more.

About the Iowa City Fire Department

On May 20, 1872, the Iowa City City Council agreed to purchase $500 worth of fire...

Video Update: Climate Fest, Taste of Iowa City, and Farmers Market Anniversary

Monday, August 22, 2022 - 7:15am
Contact: 
Jack Brooks
Communications

Iowa City Update is a weekly video featuring City of Iowa City projects, programs, and events. Topics this week include a multi-day celebration of the strides we’ve taken to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, a culinary tour of Iowa City, and a major milestone at the Farmers Market. Select the image below to watch Iowa City Update .

Iowa City Update: Climate Fest Iowa City Climate Fest

As we strive to reach net-zero emissions, take part in...

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Join 'Love Food, Fight Waste' for a free movie night!

Friday, August 19, 2022 - 3:00pm
Contact: 
Jane Wilch
Resource Management

The Love Food, Fight Waste program is switching things up for the September topic to bring you a free, in-person film screening of the movie, Just Eat It: A Food Waste Story , in partnership with Summer of the Arts. Those interested should register by August 31.

What: Just Eat It: A Food Waste Story in-person, drive-in movie night! When: Friday, September 2. Gates open at 6:45 p.m. Please arrive by 7:30 p.m. Movie begins at dark (...
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Donation Drive-Thru Event Reduces Waste During Move-out Season

Thursday, August 18, 2022 - 3:00pm
Contact: 
Jane Wilch
Landfill and Recycling Center

The City's Donation Drive-Thru was the one-day donation and recycling event on Sunday, July 24, 2022, from noon to 4 p.m. in the Chauncey Swan parking ramp.

In a span of four hours, over four tons (approximately 8,246 pounds) of materials were saved from the landfill and diverted through recycling and donation programs. Below is a recap of materials diverted at the event with estimated weights.

Recycled Materials Batteries: 127.5 lbs. Light Bulbs: 49 lbs. Books: 858.5 lbs. Mattresses and Box Springs: 1,025 lbs. Donated Materials Books: 850 lbs. Tables: 110 lbs. Chairs: 235 lbs...

Deadline to apply to Human Rights Commission is 5 p.m., August 30

Thursday, August 18, 2022 - 2:00pm
Contact: 
Stefanie Bowers

Applications are being accepted for a vacancy on the Iowa City Human Rights Commission for an unexpired term. The vacancy starts upon appointment and ends on December 31, 2024. Service is on a volunteer basis.

Duties of the Commission involve educating the public on civil and human rights, including planning programs and activities to eliminate unlawful discrimination. The Commission also makes recommendations to the City Council for the Racial Equity and Social Justice Grant funding, as well as for additional local legislation relating to unlawful discrimination. Visit the...

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11-Rochester route to detour due to road work beginning Friday, Aug. 19, 2022

Wednesday, August 17, 2022 - 9:45am
Contact: 
Darian Nagle-Gamm
Transit

Effective Friday, Aug. 19, 2022, the 11-Rochester route will detour inbound and outbound due to road work closing Rochester Avenue between Montrose Avenue and Windsor Drive. The Rochester route will use Jefferson Street to Glendale Road to Ashwood Drive for inbound and outbound travel. The work is expected to be ongoing through November 2022.

The inbound bus stops located at Rochester Avenue and Windsor Drive (stop 7415), Rochester Avenue and 7th Avenue (stop 7413), and Rochester Avenue and Mott Street (stop 7409), and the outbound bus stops located at Rochester Avenue and Mott...

Video Update: Fall Activity Guide, Deer Bow Hunt, and more

Monday, August 15, 2022 - 7:30am
Contact: 
Jack Brooks
Communications

Iowa City Update is a weekly video featuring City of Iowa City projects, programs, and events. Topics this week include how to register for fall activities offered by our Parks and Recreation Department, the application process for the City’s bow hunt program, and more. Select the image below to watch Iowa City Update .

Iowa City Update: Fall Rec Guide Parks and Rec Fall Activity Guide...
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Reminder: batteries should not go into the trash

Friday, August 12, 2022 - 2:30pm
Contact: 
Jane Wilch
Resource Management

Prevent landfill fires by properly disposing of batteries and battery-containing items like cell phones, wristwatches, or Bluetooth speakers via City drop-off recycling programs.

When a battery ends up in the trash and eventually makes its way to the landfill, heavy equipment that compacts trash can damage the battery. A damaged battery can spark and ignite a fire or release hazardous material into the landfill or environment.

Residents of Johnson County and the cities of Kalona and Riverside can recycle single-use (such as alkaline) and rechargeable (such as lithium-ion)...

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