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And check out Pearl Knotting through Kirkwood on the Iowa City Patch calendar

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Hello Iowa City! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Which free Iowa City events are worth your weekend plans?
  • Will Iowa City add a dedicated nighttime police team downtown?
  • Could a time study change Johnson County supervisors' six-figure pay?

Also on today's calendar: Pearl Knotting through Kirkwood and 4 more events.

Today's riddle: Why do fish live in salt water? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Clouds and sun; less humid, with a high of 81 and low of 63 degrees.
  • Friday: A heavy t-storm in the p.m., temps: high: 85, low: 62.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny and humid, with a high of 83 and low of 60 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Check out live music and a new festival this weekend in Iowa City (bluewaterhealthyliving.com) — Iowa City is lining up a full weekend of free or low-cost fun, from the inaugural Iowa City Wellness Festival downtown to live music in the Northside neighborhood. You can also catch an outdoor screening at FilmScene in the Park and a free showcase of locally focused short films, complete with filmmaker conversations and a lobby reception.
   

2. Iowa City weighs adding three officers for dedicated downtown police unit (cbs2iowa.com) — Iowa City leaders are debating whether to add three dedicated downtown police positions after a spring shooting at the Ped Mall and a series of late-night incidents. The police chief argues a nighttime unit could improve visibility and relationships, while some council members question long-term costs and whether more officers are the best tool for preventing violence. A final decision could come at a future council meeting.
   

3. Johnson Co. supervisor calls for time study on supervisor pay (kcrg.com) — Johnson County Supervisor Rod Sullivan, speaking from Iowa City, is urging a formal time study to determine how many hours supervisors actually work and whether their $102,000 salaries are justified. Fellow supervisor V Fixmer-Oraiz disputes Sullivan's estimate of a 20-hour workweek, saying the job regularly tops 40 hours and includes night and early-morning duties, and is open to a study.
   

4. Caitlin Clark Foundation installs book vending machine at Iowa children's hospital (vendingtimes.com) — Young patients at the University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital in Iowa City can now pick free books from a new vending machine donated by the Caitlin Clark Foundation. The machine is part of a program aimed at making hospital stays more comforting and engaging for kids, with tokens, welcome folders, and arts-and-crafts materials supporting families and staff.
   

5. Iowa City woman charged with OWI after crashing into pole (1630kcjj.com) — An Iowa City woman was arrested after police say she crashed into a pole near Bowery and Lucas streets and showed signs of significant alcohol impairment. Officers report she admitted drinking, blew more than twice the legal limit, and was allegedly carrying a fake ID, leading to first-offense OWI and fake ID charges that could bring up to two years in jail.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Does anyone have any knowledge of the whereabouts of Denise or Darryl Henry.
    Parents were Gloria and Harvey Henry. Lived on Prairie du Chein Road. Both went to City High School in the 1970/1980s. I am in possession of some… (Nextdoor Orchard View Estates)
  • I know this is a major long shot, but my softshelled turtle escaped her pond, noticed when I got home from work last night I searched and searched for her.
    my yard is fenced in but only with deer fence and some privacy fence. please you see her contact me ASAP 319-432-5492 thanks (Nextdoor Far Eastside)
  • Burger King posted a job opening for Team Member in Iowa City. Apply here.
  • Vitamin Cottage Natural Food Markets, Inc. posted a job opening for Cashier (Good4u Customer Care) in Iowa City. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Iowa City here.

Ok Iowa City! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Pepper makes them sneeze (Thank you Karla H. for sending it in!)
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