Don’t trash your pumpkins, compost them!

Friday, October 28, 2022 - 12:00pm
Contact: 
Jane Wilch
Resource Management

When your Halloween pumpkin begins to decay and the holiday is over, remember to toss your jack-o'-lantern in the compost, not in your trash!

The City of Iowa City’s organics (yard and food waste) program accepts pumpkins. Here's the proper way to compost your pumpkins or seasonal gourds through the City:

Remove any candles or lights from inside your pumpkin. Place it in your yellow-lid organics cart or in a paper yard waste bag (bag weight limit is 50 pounds). Set cart and/or paper yard waste bags at the curb for collection on your normal service day.

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Iowa City man sentenced to federal prison in connection with 2021 shooting

Thursday, October 27, 2022 - 3:00pm
Contact: 
Lee Hermiston
Police

The United States Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Iowa announced this week that Sean White Hood, 32, of Iowa City, was sentenced to 72 months in prison for Felon in Possession of a Firearm for his role in a July 2021 shooting. Hood's sentencing took place Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2022, in Davenport.

According to the United States Attorney's Office:

On July 24, 2021, Iowa City Police were called to 1100 Arthur St. for a report of shots fired. An investigation into the incident determined there has been a shooting at the apartment complex and a second shooting across...

Till Film: Presented in partnership with the Human Rights Commission this Friday and Saturday

Thursday, October 27, 2022 - 12:15pm
Equity and Human Rights

You may not know her name, but you'll never forget her courage. Based on the untold true story, Till is being screened beginning this Friday, Oct. 28, at FilmScene at The Chauncey, 404 E. College St. #100. Showtimes are on sale and can be found at https://icfilmscene.org/film/till .

Till tells the true story of Mamie Till Mobley's pursuit of justice for her 14-year-old son, Emmett Till, following his lynching in Mississippi in...

Trick-or-Treat safely this Halloween

Thursday, October 27, 2022 - 10:15am
Contact: 
Lee Hermiston
Police

The City's trick-or-treat event takes place from 5:30 - 8 p.m., Monday, Oct. 31. Before you go out, check out these safety tips from the Iowa City Police and Fire Departments:

Costumes should be safe for walking. Avoid long, billowing fabrics. Wear sturdy shoes. Be visible. Carry a flashlight or wear something lighted. Children should be accompanied by an adult or responsible teen. Do not enter homes. Stay away from candles and open flames. Use a battery operated candle for jack-o-lanterns. Do not eat treats until they are brought home and examined by an adult. Drivers should be alert...
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Veterans Day schedule announced for City of Iowa City

Thursday, October 27, 2022 - 7:30am
Contact: 
Shannon McMahon
Communications

City of Iowa City administrative offices and other facilities will be closed Friday, Nov. 11, 2022, in observance of Veterans Day.

Please note that trash, yard waste, and recycling will be collected on Veterans Day. See details below.

To honor those who have served, Transit is offering complimentary rides to veterans and their families on the holiday. Riders are asked to show a military ID or other identification that indicates veteran status.

Other office closures and schedules for the holiday include:

Airport: Office closed. Jet Air will...

Human Rights Commission releases statement in support of ICPL programming

Wednesday, October 26, 2022 - 12:00pm
Equity and Human Rights

On Saturday, Oct. 15, 2022, the Iowa City Public Library (ICPL) hosted a Drag Storytime and Costume Ball. Drag Storytime is a voluntary program that provides educational opportunities and fun, enriching experiences to families with children of all ages. The City of Iowa City Human Rights Commission believes this programming strongly aligns with ICPL’s values of access, belonging, collaboration, and community. Though many drag storytime events have been hosted by ICPL since 2018, the Oct. 15 storytime was the first to be attended by a group of protesters.

According to the...

Iowa City Senior Center to close early Oct. 28 due to Homecoming Parade

Wednesday, October 26, 2022 - 11:45am
Contact: 
LaTasha DeLoach
Senior Center

The Iowa City Senior Center (ICSC) will close at 4 p.m. Friday, Oct. 28, 2022, due to the University of Iowa Homecoming Parade.

Various streets in Downtown Iowa City will start to close at 4 p.m., and the Tower Place Parking Ramp, connected to the ICSC, will close at 5 p.m. The early closure of the ICSC ensures visitors will be able to leave the area ahead of the parade.

To learn more about the impacts of the Homecoming Parade, visit our website.

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Iowa City Police respond to convenience store robberies

Tuesday, October 25, 2022 - 11:00am
Contact: 
Lee Hermiston
Police

Iowa City Police have responded to two convenience store robberies recently.

At 8:27 p.m., Friday, Oct. 21, an armed subject entered BP, 2221 Rochester Ave., and robbed the business at gunpoint. At 8:36 p.m., Monday, Oct. 24, Kirkwood Liquor & Tobacco, 300 Kirkwood Ave., was robbed at gunpoint.

Iowa City Police are actively investigating both robberies. Convenience store employees and community members are asked to be vigilant and report any suspicious activity. Anyone who sees something suspicious should call 911 or the routine police business number, 319-356-5275....

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Transit interchange will temporarily move to Court Street; Downtown Shuttle ends early on Oct. 28 for Homecoming Parade

Monday, October 24, 2022 - 2:00pm
Contact: 
Parking / Transit Customer Service
Transportation

Iowa City Transit will move the transit interchange to the Court Street Transportation Center between Clinton and Dubuque streets at the beginning of the service day Friday, Oct. 28, 2022.

The 4 - Downtown Shuttle will also end service early that day with the last trip leaving at 2:45 p.m. from Court Street.

Normal services will resume Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022. These changes accommodate the University of Iowa homecoming parade, which runs Friday evening in downtown Iowa City.

UI Homecoming street closures, parking and transit impacts

Monday, October 24, 2022 - 2:00pm
Contact: 
Lee Hermiston
Communications

One of the great fall traditions in Iowa City - the annual University of Iowa Homecoming Parade - will be back in Downtown Iowa City on Friday, Oct. 28, 2022.

The parade will begin at 5:45 p.m., so be aware of related street closures, parking restrictions, and changes to the City's transit routes earlier in the day.

Parade Route

The parade will begin at the intersection of Washington and Gilbert Streets, proceeding west on Washington Street, then turn north on Clinton Street, east on Jefferson Street, south on Dubuque Street, then east on Iowa...

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