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

Contractors hang a banner outside of Iowa Citys new dry bar on Wednesday, Jan. 27, 2021.

Non-alcoholic bar coming to Iowa City by the summer

Clinton Garlock, News Reporter January 28, 2021

Iowa City will open its first dry bar this summer, creating new opportunities for University of Iowa students to socialize without alcohol. The Unimpaired Dry Bar, first founded in Davenport, Iowa,...

Students are seen walking to and from class in the snow while a reporter and cameraman set up equipment at the University of Iowa on Monday, Jan. 25, 2021. (Grace Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Snowstorm to drop up to 9 inches of snow in Iowa City area

Caitlin Crome, News Reporter January 25, 2021

Due to a hazardous snowstorm entering the Iowa City area Monday afternoon, a snow emergency has been declared in the surrounding areas. The National Weather Service (NWS) in the Quad Cities has...

Local travel agencies affected by COVID-19 see increased interest

Local travel agencies affected by COVID-19 see increased interest

Claire Benson, News Reporter January 24, 2021

Local travel agencies in Iowa City are seeing an uptick in future travel inquiries and trip bookings as COVID-19 vaccine distribution ramps up across the country.  This comes as former President...

A vehicle display in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday, Jan 18, 2021.

Iowa City Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration virtually celebrates human rights advocates

Sarah Watson, Executive Editor January 18, 2021

The University of Iowa and Iowa City kicked off their Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration — a full two weeks of festivities, online programming, and service projects this year — on Monday, to celebrate...

Photo of Reverend and Liberation Methodist Connexion Collaborator Sean McRoberts.

Iowa City religious leaders help launch progressive new branch of United Methodist Church

Claire Benson, News Reporter December 10, 2020

Progressive religious leaders within the United Methodist Church in Iowa City helped launch a new denomination after the denomination voted to keep bans on same-sex weddings and LGBTQ clergy. Leaders...

Photo Illustration by Jeff Sigmund

Iowa City no longer recycling plastic clamshell containers

Claire Benson, News Reporter December 10, 2020

Iowa City will no longer accept plastic clamshell containers for recycling, both at the curb and at the city-run recycling centers. Recycling Coordinator Jane Wilch wrote in an email to The Daily...

Trisha Smith (left,) and Katie Knight of United Way of Johnson and Washington Counties pose for a portrait outside of their Coralville office on Friday, March 29, 2019. The Johnson and Washington County United Way office, which is turning 100 this year, is planning a series of events aimed at garnering donations and spreading awareness for what the organization does.

Adopt-a-Family Holiday program referrals increase, families asking for household items

Claire Benson, News Reporter December 7, 2020

The United Way of Johnson & Washington Counties Adopt-a-Family Holiday program is seeing an unprecedented number of referred families, with many suffering from financial loss because of COVID-19...

The Haunted Bookshop in Iowa City is seen on Monday, Nov. 30, 2020.

Iowa City Businesses prepare for students’ extended break, impact on holiday season

Eleanor Hildebrandt, News Reporter December 3, 2020

As University of Iowa students and staff work from home during the holiday season until next semester, local Iowa City businesses are adapting their plans for winter in a multitude of ways. The...

Joe’s Place is seen on Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2020. Located at 115 Iowa Ave.

Joe’s Place implements air purification units to reduce spread of COVID-19

Claire Benson, News Reporter November 29, 2020

Downtown Iowa City bar Joe’s Place will install four air-purification units into its HVAC system to help reduce the transmission of COVID-19 in the establishment’s indoor restaurant and bar area. Joe’s...

A For Sale sign is seen on Tuesday, Nov. 17,  2020. With families wanting larger homes to inhabit while being stuck at home due to COVID-19, real estate companies are doing notably well.

Iowa City real estate flourishes amid COVID-19

Claire Benson, News Reporter November 20, 2020

With historically low interest rates and an increase in people looking for larger houses and yards while spending more time at home during COVID-19, the real estate market has picked up in recent months,...

Left turn squares for bicycles are seen on Sunday, Oct. 11, 2020 in Cedar Rapids.

Iowa City bolsters bike safety with new road markings

Clinton Garlock, News Reporter November 12, 2020

As part of the implementation of Iowa City’s Bicycle Master Plan, the city began enhancing roadway infrastructure by painting bike lanes, shared lane markings, and the new bike turn boxes. The...

Still plenty of fall decor at the store.As seen on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020. Wilson’s Orchard and Farm 4823 Dingleberry Rd NE #1. They will now be open year around.

Wilson’s Orchard extends season for winter activities during pandemic

Claire Benson, News Reporter November 11, 2020

Iowa City’s beloved Wilson’s Orchard announced that its season for the 2021 year will be extended, lasting from February to December, in hopes of providing more safe opportunities for residents...

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