Iowa City Police: 13 Out of 36 Businesses Sold Alcohol to Minors During Compliance Check

The police conducted a compliance check with an underage buyer on March 2.

Hy-Vee Dog Food Recalled for Contaminant Known to Kill Dogs in the Past

The company is voluntarily recalling dog food that contains higher than normal levels of Aflatoxin.

Top Chef Competition Returning Again to Iowa City in March

The Iowa City Downtown District (ICDD) is hosting the 3rd Annual Top Chef on Tuesday, March 26h at hotelVetro from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Tickets are available online, and attendance is limited.

Goodbye Blockbuster: Iowa City Movie Rental Store to Close (Photos)

Four of the five Blockbuster locations in Iowa are scheduled to close this spring.

Top 9 of Iowa: 'Beautiful Girlfriend With Cancer' Inspires Nation, 80,000 Pop Tabs, Deportation Likely for Foreign Felon

The Gary Sinise Foundation is providing a "Smart Home" for Taylor Morris, a Cedar Falls sailor who lost parts of all four limbs while clearing explosives in Afghanistan.

'Here Comes the Boom' and 'Flight' Rise to the Top of Iowa City Redbox Rentals

Check out this week's Top 5 Redbox rentals and make your viewing list.

One Day Left to Win Free Yogurt for a Year from Yotopia

The local froyo joint is offering up free yogurt for a year as a promotion as part of National Frozen Yogurt day this past week. Today is the last day for entries in the contest.

Iowa City Based Active Grade Acquired by Haiku Learning

Haiku Learning announces today that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire ActiveGrade, LLC. The companies will immediately begin work on integrating their products to provide schools with a full-featured standards-ready learning platform.

Iowa City Area Development Group Tabs Nolte as New President

Nolte gains the full position after serving in the interim after the departure of previous president Joe Raso.

Making Valentine's Dinner Reservations? A Few Iowa City Suggestions

Last year I went to social media to see what everyone listed as their favorite Valentine's Day dinner destinations in Iowa City. Here's the list again, let's see if we can add some more.

Where is that 2013 Tax Return?: Your Local Guide to this Year's Taxes

This will be an ongoing post covering new tax rules, local locations where taxes can be done, and advice from local experts on how to maximize your refund.

Mom’s $5 Million Lawsuit Targets ‘Toxic’ Ingredients in Commonly Sold Frozen Pizzas

Katie Simpson, a California mother, noted trans fat as ingredients in commonly sold pizzas, and says the frozen pies have PHVO, a food additive banned worldwide.

Q&A: Lorenz 2.0 Owner Turns to Crowd Funding in Effort to Keep Store Going

Lorenz 2.0 owner Ann Ashby has tried just about everything to keep her downtown shoe store going. Now she's giving it one last try with an online fundraising effort to raise the money she needs by the end of February.

Iowa City Real Estate: $90K Can Bring A Bit of Everything

An Iowa City home with several features is on the real estate market for $90,900.

Target Issues Recall for Flammable Pajamas

Target is recalling about 560,000 pajamas sold between August and November 2012.

NFL Playoff Weekend: Where to Watch the Game in Iowa City

Some suggestions where you may yell loudly at the screen of your choice. Games: Cincinnati Bengals v. Houston Texans, Green Bay Packers v. Minnesota Vikings, Indianapolis Colts v. Baltimore Ravens and Seattle Seahawks v. Washington Redskins.

Iowa City and Johnson County's Unemployment Rate Continues to Slowly Improve, As Does Iowa's

Iowa Workforce Development released the jobless rate in November 2012 for Iowa City, Johnson County and the state.

Toast the 2013 New Year with a Bottle of Champagne

Choosing the appropriate sparkling wine for New Year's Eve can make you dizzy before the first sip. Here's a handy guide to the intoxicating world of bubbles on a budget.

Time to Celebrate: It's National Whiners (and Thank-You Note) Day

Christmas may be over but the holidays are not.

Winter Storm Draco: American Airlines and Delta Cancel Flights at Eastern Iowa Airport

Delta and American Airlines are canceling flights at the Eastern Iowa Airport until mid-afternoon on Thursday due to weather conditions from Winter Storm Draco.

Iowa City Makes Business Insider Top 10 for Cities with Low Unemployment Rates

Iowa City tied for sixth with a familiar city to the west.

Where to Buy Tickets for $500M Powerball Jackpot?

And, in the likelihood that you win, what will you do with the winnings, dear Iowa City reader?

Iowa City Walmart Picketed on Black Friday

The small protest was in solidarity with national protests about Walmart's low wages nationally.

Downtown Iowa City Offers Small Business Saturday, Holiday Shopping Options

You don't have to head out to a big mall to enjoy some shopping. There's some fine options downtown.

Thanksgiving 2012 Gas Prices, Weather Forecast & Other Information You Need to Hit the Road

No precipitation in sight means smooth Thanksgiving Day travel ahead.

New Pioneer Co-Op Donating Portion of Proceeds this Weekend to Local Nonprofits

These nonprofits are focused on helping the hungry in Johnson County.

Ho, Ho, Ho, It's Jingle-Cross Race Time

The annual Jingle Cross off-road bike race, which draws participants from around the country, is this weekend. On Thursday, racers will appear at Carousel Volkswagen to sign autographs.

Knit Bombing Achieved! Iowa City Downtown Trees Adorned With Sweaters Just in Time

Iowa City downtown's transition into a psychedelic fairy land continues. And I can dig it.

When is Black Friday?

Really you actually don't know When is Black Friday and you just typed this into Google?

The Iron Hawk Boasts Locally Produced Ingredients in its Dishes

The newly opened restaurant wants to become known for its locally raised pork, beef, and vegetables.

Local Jeweler Offers Free Hunting Rifle with Wedding Ring Purchase

Because nothing says I love you more than the ability to shoot something afterward.

Bubbleology Offers New Bubble Tea and Karaoke Option to Downtown Iowa City

The new business offers imported bubble tea straight from Taiwan and a wide variety of karaoke songs on high quality equipment.

Ask the Patch Pros: Take the Fright Out of Halloween Preparation

Need some help getting ready for Halloween? We have some experts on hand to talk about everything from Halloween safety to picking out your costumes.

What Was Your Favorite Brew at Northside Oktoberfest? (Photos)

Hundreds turned out for the second edition of the Northside Oktoberfest featuring the 17th annual Iowa City Brewfest with 500-plus beers from around Iowa and the country, and a soda fest for kids.

Weird Iowa: Stripper for Hubby, OWI on Golf Cart, More Iowa Nice, Dueling Bus Tours

Iowa is a not a weird place, but lots of weird things happen here.

Gen-O Bus Tour 2012

Englert Theatre Celebrates 100 Years with Bash on Wednesday

Iowa City's downtown landmark theater celebrates 100 years with a birthday party on Wednesday.

Acclaimed DJ Tina T to Rock the House @TheUnionBar

Autumn Wine Sampling

Coralville Kum & Go to Offer $1.84 a Gallon Gas as Criticism of President Obama

A campaign event sponsored by the conservative group, Americans for Prosperity, will offer the gas at a low price for a limited number of vehicles on Monday.