Iowa City Police ask for help in finding lost juvenile

Monday, May 9, 2016 - 1:21pm
Contact: 
Scott Gaarde
Communications

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The Iowa City Police Department is asking for the public's help in locating a missing juvenile. On Monday, May 9, Aruni Baloci, age 10, did not arrive at Lucas Elementary School as scheduled.

He is a black male who is smaller in stature. He is 4'9" and weighs about 90 lbs. He was last seen wearing a red t-shirt and plaid shorts, and was carrying a brown backpack.

Anyone who has information regarding the whereabouts of Aruni is asked to call the Iowa City Police...

Summer service schedule for Iowa City Transit begins May 16

Monday, May 9, 2016 - 12:40pm
Contact: 
Curtis Brenton
Communications

On Monday, May 16, Iowa City Transit will begin operating its summer schedule, with the following changes:

Towncrest and Oakcrest routes will provide hourly service during off-peak hours from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Monday through Friday. During peak hours from 6 - 9 a.m. and 3:30 - 6:30 p.m., buses will run every 30 minutes. Night and weekend service for the Towncrest and Oakcrest routes will be unchanged. The free Downtown Shuttle route will temporarily cease operation for the summer. Friday, May 13 will be the last day for shuttle service until it picks up again in August.

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Animal Services looking for dog involved in bite incident

Monday, May 9, 2016 - 10:09am
Communications

Iowa City Animal Services is asking for the public’s help in locating the owner of a brown and black German Shepherd that bit a female on Friday, May 6 near the intersection of Sheridan Avenue and Roosevelt Street. The incident occurred around 3:30 p.m.

According to the investigative report, the victim was walking in the area and passed a woman who was walking the dog. The dog lunged, biting the victim on the arm and ribs. The woman who was walking the dog told the victim that the dog was current on its rabies vaccination, but the Animal Services Division needs information...

IC Update Week of May 9, 2016 - Mercer Park Playground Celebration

Monday, May 9, 2016 - 8:36am
Contact: 
Ty Coleman

Stay up to date on the latest news with Iowa City Update!

This week – come celebrate our community's newest and largest playground with a special party at Mercer Park! Plus, Finals Week has arrived at the University of Iowa, we'll tell you about several FREE activities that will help with end of the semester stress. Watch Iowa City Update your source for news and information from the City of Iowa City.

Learn how to prevent injuries at Safe Kids Day on May 7

Friday, May 6, 2016 - 12:41pm
Contact: 
John Grier
Communications

Safe Kids Johnson County will hold its Safe Kids Day from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 7 at the Coral Ridge Mall South Parking Lot. The event will be held in partnership with the Johnson County Emergency Medical Services Awareness Day, offering an opportunity for children and adults to gain a greater understanding of safety, injury prevention, and life-saving services.

Child Passenger Safety Technicians will offer a Car Seat Safety Check Station, during which car seats will be inspected for proper installation. Parents, grandparents, childcare providers and others who travel...

Free skin cancer screenings scheduled at the Senior Center

Thursday, May 5, 2016 - 4:11pm
Contact: 
Emily Light
Communications

Free skin cancer screenings will be offered at the Iowa City Senior Center on Saturday, May 14 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Screenings will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis for people of all ages. No appointments are needed.

Participants should check in at room 202 on the Center's second floor. Wear short sleeves and shorts, if possible, so that sun-exposed areas of the skin can be examined by dermatologists. There will be a short form to fill out at the screening, and assistance will be available if needed. The event is sponsored by the American Academy of...

Registration open for Hershey Youth Track and Field Championships

Thursday, May 5, 2016 - 3:23pm
Contact: 
Matt Eidahl
Parks and Recreation

Register now through Friday, May 13 for the Live Healthy Iowa Kids Track Championships .

The Live Healthy Iowa Kids Track Championships event was founded in 2015 to continue the tradition of the Hershey® Track and Field Games in Iowa. Like its predecessor, the Live Healthy Iowa Kids Track Championships is a no-fee state-wide event that requires no special equipment to participate. Local meets are hosted all around Iowa, giving participants a chance to compete in their hometowns. Local meet champions will have the opportunity to participate in the state meet held...

Mercer Park Playground ribbon cutting ceremony

Thursday, May 5, 2016 - 3:08pm
Contact: 
Juli Seydell Johnson
Parks and Recreation

It’s time to play! The City of Iowa City Parks and Recreation Commission and Staff invite you to a special ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the completion of the Mercer Park Playground -- the City’s newest and largest play area, which is now open to the public. The event begins at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, May 11 with remarks from City Council member John Thomas, and Iowa City Parks and Recreation Director Juli Seydell Johnson, followed by the ribbon-cutting. Lemonade and popcorn will be provided and the public is encouraged to attend.

“We’re thrilled to debut this beautiful play...

City of Iowa City earns Aaa bond rating

Wednesday, May 4, 2016 - 1:48pm
Contact: 
Dennis Bockenstedt
Communications

Moody's Investors Service has awarded the City of Iowa City the highest credit rating possible, an Aaa bond rating, for its outstanding general obligation debt. The City has maintained an Aaa rating since November 1973. The top tier Aaa rating ranks Iowa City among the most financially stable cities in the state of Iowa and the nation.

The Moody’s rating is used by banking authorities and investors to evaluate the potential risk of loans, bonds, and other financial transactions with municipalities and other governmental entities. A top rating by Moody’s, a global market rating...

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