The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

IC Red Week promotes AIDS awareness

GRACE PATERAS December 3, 2014

Student organizations have come together for the third year in a row to expand on a national campaign by organizing weeklong events to promote AIDS awareness. The World Health Organization named Dec....

Iowans struggle to pay heating bills

MITCH MCANDREW December 3, 2014

In Iowa’s frigid climate, turning up the heat can cost a small fortune, and Iowans’ wallets are starting to feel the burn. According to recent data, Iowans are struggling to pay their heating...

Council backs TIF plan

NICK MOFFITT December 3, 2014

A 96-unit development on Riverside Drive will now receive $1.8 million in tax increment financing after overwhelming vocal support and a 7-0 vote from the Iowa City City Council Tuesday. The development...

Christmas tree sales remain strong

BEN MARKS December 3, 2014

As they wrap up their post-Thanksgiving opening weekend, Christmas-tree farmers across eastern Iowa report healthy harvests. But, farmers say, poor weather over the last few years may damage future...

Old cottage’s preservation future in danger

NICK MOFFITT December 3, 2014

The Iowa City City Council could soon settle a battle between property-owner rights and the preservation of historic buildings. The City Council on Tuesday scheduled a special meeting that will occur...

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