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Iowa City Police serve warrant connected to recent shooting incidents

Tuesday, July 27, 2021 - 11:45am
Police

On Tuesday, July 27, 2021, at approximately 8 a.m., the Iowa City Metro Special Response Team served a search warrant at the following address:

10 Stanwyck Dr.

The warrants were served without incident and this is an on-going, active investigation. No further information regarding potential criminal charges or items seized will be released at this time.

Community members experiencing trauma as a result of this warrant service or the recent shooting incidents are encouraged to contact Mobile Crisis Outreach at 1-855-581-8111.

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Young Eagles program offering free flights to kids

Tuesday, July 27, 2021 - 9:30am
Contact: 
Michael Tharp
Iowa City Municipal Airport

Know a child or teen who dreams of flying? The Iowa City Municipal Airport is hosting an event that can fulfill those wishes.

From 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 7, 2021, at the airport, 1801 Riverside Drive, the Young Eagles youth aviation education program will be providing young people who have an interest in aviation an opportunity to take to the skies with a local pilot.

The Young Eagles program will pair youth with pilots who are volunteer members of the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA)...

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Public Art Matching Fund Program now accepting applications

Monday, July 26, 2021 - 1:30pm
Contact: 
Marcia Bollinger
Neighborhood Outreach

The City of Iowa City Public Art Advisory Committee (PAAC) announces the availability of matching funds up to $2,000 for public art projects.

Funded through the Iowa City Public Art Program, visual, audio, or performance-based art such as sculpture, murals, performances, readings, interactive exhibits, video projections, soundscapes, spoken word, and other mediums, will be considered.

To be eligible, proposals must be for projects created by Iowa City artists that will be publicly accessible and viewable within Iowa City city limits. Art may be displayed or performed on...

Getting public input on potential public art projects

Monday, July 26, 2021 - 8:00am
Contact: 
Marcia Bollinger
Neighborhood Outreach

The Public Art Advisory Committee (PAAC) is seeking your input through a survey. PAAC exists to administer the Public Art Program by determining the placement of public art, type of art to be used, artists to be engaged, oversight of gifts of art, and expenditures related to the Public Art program.

The committee will be considering projects for $30,000 that has been budgeted for public art projects in public spaces in Iowa City. The PAAC has narrowed its focus to a group of specific public areas and project types and hopes to prioritize that group according to the community’s...

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Iowa City Police investigate two separate shootings

Sunday, July 25, 2021 - 1:15pm
Police

On Saturday, July 24, 2021, at approximately 9:17 pm, Iowa City Police responded to the 2600 Block of Muscatine Avenue for multiple reports of shots fired. After further investigation, police determined a fight involving several people had occurred in the area and at least two people fired guns. An adult male was struck in the leg and suffered what is believed to be non-life-threatening injuries.

One arrest has been made in connection to this incident, which remains under investigation.

Ka’Leck Bolden, 23, of Iowa City has been...

Video Update: Soul & Blues Festival, Swimtroduction, and more

Sunday, July 25, 2021 - 8:30am
Contact: 
Jack Brooks
Cable

Iowa City Update is a weekly video featuring City of Iowa City projects, programs and events. Topics this week include the music and activities of the Soul & Blues Festival, a chance to visit City Park Pool for free, and much more. Select the image below to watch Iowa City Update .

Iowa City Update: Soul & Blues Festival Soul & Blues Festival

Celebrate the music, food, and culture...

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Moving in or out? Donate, recycle, and compost to reduce waste

Friday, July 23, 2021 - 1:00pm
Contact: 
Jane Wilch
Resource Management

If moving or decluttering your home, the City of Iowa City encourages you to donate furniture, clothing, housewares, books, and other materials you no longer need, rather than sending still-usable items to the landfill.

With items that are no longer usable, consider if recycling or composting are options before tossing in the trash. The Iowa City Landfill sees sharp increases in the amount of trash in July and August due to residents moving as leases changeover.

By donating usable goods, recycling cardboard and other accepted items, and composting, you can have a positive...

Iowa City Police investigate Thursday shooting

Friday, July 23, 2021 - 11:45am
Police

At approximately 11:25 p.m. on Thursday, July 22, 2021, Iowa City Police responded to the 1100 Block of Arthur St. for a report of shots fired and a possible victim struck by gunfire.

Upon further investigation, police believe a dispute had occurred between a group of people, and one of the individuals involved fired a gun at several others, striking an adult woman in the group. The woman was transported by ambulance to the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics with what is believed to be non-life-threatening injuries.

At this time, the shooting victim has not cooperated...

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Intersection of Scott Blvd & Muscatine closed beginning July 27

Friday, July 23, 2021 - 10:30am
Contact: 
Scott Sovers
Engineering

Weather permitting, beginning on Tuesday, July 27, 2021, the intersection of Scott Boulevard and Muscatine Avenue/American Legion Road will be closed to through traffic.

A detour route will be posted utilizing US Highway 6, First Avenue, and Court Street. This closure will facilitate utility and pavement reconstruction associated with the American Legion Road Improvements Project . It is anticipated that normal traffic will resume by mid-October.

Motorists are to take note of this...

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National Night Out events scheduled for August 3, 2021

Thursday, July 22, 2021 - 1:30pm
Communications

You can show support for first responders (police department, fire department, and ambulance services) by taking part in National Night Out on Tuesday, August 3, 2021.

National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes first responders-community partnerships and camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live.

There are two locations that are holding events:...

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