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Johnson supervisors approve village plan for Windham over residents' objections
'We just want to be left alone,' one Windham-area resident told the board before its 4-0 vote → Read More
Will Ferrell, on the road, drops in on Iowa City bar
The star of "Elf" and "Anchorman' played pool, drank beer and generally kept to himself, says The Deadwood's manager → Read More
4 things to try at Cracken's Grill 'n Chill, Funcrest Dairy & Grill's new sister
Cracken's Grill 'n Chill is located at the site of the former east side Hamburg Inn No. 2 location in Iowa City. → Read More
Iowa City man gets 14-year prison sentence in child pornography case
Prosecutors said Luke Kenneth Beckner solicited porn and sex from at least two underage girls → Read More
Country singer Justin Moore brings 'You, Me, And Whiskey' tour to Coralville in April
Justin Moore's "You, Me, And Whiskey" tour, with special guest Priscilla Block, comes to the Xtream Arena in April. → Read More
This Iowa City 'supergroup' is an unforgettable act. Meet the bandleaders behind the ensemble.
The Iowa City supergroup Lex Leto x The Christine Burke Ensemble takes their performances to the next level. → Read More
Fortuna Board Game Cafe in the Pedestrian Mall in Iowa City to close at the end of January
The board game café opened in the Pedestrian Mall in downtown Iowa City in 2021. It'll close permanently on Jan. 29. → Read More
4 things to do this weekend in Johnson County, including Amana Colonies' Winterfest
The Amana Colonies' Winterfest returns with a beard competition, a snowman relay race, food and more Saturday. → Read More
Review: 'ELF The Musical' in Coralville shows that it's never too late to be kind to each other, or ourselves
It's too late to buy tickets for the Coralville production of "ELF The Musical." Here's what you're missing. → Read More
Holiday Thieves Market and Eastside Artists annual show returns for an art-filled weekend in Iowa City
Two annual Iowa City art shows will feature work by dozens of Midwestern artists right in time for holiday shopping. → Read More
Here are five restaurants open on Thanksgiving Day in Johnson County, plus places to order dessert
Places in Johnson County that are open on Thanksgiving include Perkins Restaurant and Bakery, ReUnion Brewery and more. → Read More
Democrat Elinor Levin wins Iowa House District 89
Democrat Elinor Levin wins Iowa House District 89 with 82% of the vote Tuesday, beating Republican Jacob Onken. → Read More
Iowa City Community Theatre leaving longtime home at Johnson County Fairgrounds after current season
The nonprofit theater, established in 1956, has used Building A at the Johnson County Fairgrounds for decades. Now, it's finding a new home. → Read More
Craving a pumpkin spice latte on International Coffee Day? Our verdict on 6 samples in Iowa City.
The fall-themed beverage, served hot or cold, can be found across Iowa City coffee shops, including the Java House and Sidekick Coffee & Books. → Read More
These 3 Iowa City artists received fellowships. Here's what they are working on.
Jennifer Colville, DJ Savarese and T.J. Dedeaux-Norris are three of five Iowa Artist Fellowship Program recipients for 2023, all based in Iowa City. → Read More
8 pumpkin patches in eastern Iowa to visit this fall, complete with corn mazes, pony rides
Welcome in the fall season and visit pumpkin patches in eastern Iowa, including Colony Acres in North Liberty and Bloomsbury Farm in Atkins. → Read More
Coming to Kinnick for the Iowa-South Dakota State football game? Here's where you can find parking
If you're attending an Iowa Hawkeyes football game, visit the Hawkeyes Sports website for information about where to park. → Read More
Here are 4 things to do this weekend in Johnson County, including rock musical at Willow Creek Theatre
Willow Creek Theatre presents the cult classic "Hedwig and the Angry Inch" on Friday while Tiffin hosts a recreational festival all day Saturday. → Read More
'It's hard in this economy': Iowa City area residents surprised with $5,000 worth of free gas Friday
Urban Acres, a real estate company in Coralville, surprised motorists at four gas stations in Iowa City area with free gas ahead of holiday weekend. → Read More
Here's where to see firework displays in Johnson County during the 4th of July weekend
Iowa City, Coralville, Hills and Oxford will host firework displays in Johnson County during the 4th of July weekend. → Read More