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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

People walk in the Iowa City Pedestrian Mall on Thursday, April 26, 2018. Iowa City has released plans for renovations and updates to the area.

Is Iowa City’s Ped Mall worthy of national landmark status?

Maria Kuiper, News Reporter October 18, 2018

The city of Iowa City may seek recognition for the historic status of the Pedestrian Mall if community members agree it should receive such a designation. The Iowa City Historic Preservation Committee...

Chef, Ben Smart poses for a photo at Big Grove Brewery in Solon Ia on Wednesday, October 17th, 2018. Smart had just opened up a new menu at the for the public.

Big Grove executive chef named Iowa Restaurateur of the Year

Alexandra Skores, News Reporter October 18, 2018

Benjamin Smart, the executive chef and partner of Big Grove Brewery, was recently named Restaurateur of the Year by the Iowa Restaurant Association. Smart said he received a call out of the blue one day...

Iowa City police request bids for cell phone-mapping software

Iowa City police request bids for cell phone-mapping software

Kate Pixley, News Reporter October 15, 2018

The Iowa City police will soon be home to cutting-edge cellphone tracking technology. The software will be used to assist investigators in criminal cases. Information is obtained through search warrants,...

The rain-swollen Iowa river flows by the new Park Rd. Bridge and Dubuque St on Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2018.

Gateway Project put to the test during recent flooding

Josie Fischels, News Reporter October 11, 2018

As the city’s Gateway Project on Dubuque Street nears completion, officials have seen positive results during the recent flooding. Over the past week, Iowa City had 6.48 inches of rain, according to...

The Harrison Street Parking Ramp is seen on Tuesday, October 9, 2018.

Design, safety contribute to Harrison Street Parking Facility award

Charles Peckman, News Reporter October 11, 2018

Surrounded by MidWestOne Bank and residential units, the parking facility located at 175 E. Harrison St. has been honored with an Honorable Mention for Excellence in Design Award from the American Institute...

The Maker's Loft, a new business downtown  Iowa City, is seen on Wednesday, October 3, 2018. Local artists and makers come together in this space to create and sell their pieces to the community.

The Makers Loft is Iowa City’s latest spot for homegrown arts and crafts

Andy Mitchell, News Reporter October 4, 2018

A new rallying point for local artists and creators will open today in the heart of downtown. The Makers Loft, 119 ½ E. Washington St., will sell a variety of arts and crafts items, including home-decorating...

Artist Sayuri Sasaki Hemann stands in front of the "Coexist" mural on Washington Street on Tuesday, Oct. 2, 2018. Hemann directed young artists from the United Action for Youth to help create this work of art.

Public art is the focus of two local programs

Caleb McCullough, News Reporter October 2, 2018

Iowa City’s mural project is decorating downtown with color, and the University of Iowa Office of Outreach and Engagement hopes to do the same in Cedar County with a public-art residency. The Iowa City...

New bus service connects Iowa City and Cedar Rapids

New bus service connects Iowa City and Cedar Rapids

Josie Fischels, News Reporter September 30, 2018

A new bus service between Cedar Rapids and Iowa City will begin today to serve commuters along the Interstate 380 corridor. The Iowa Department of Transportation’s interchange project on Interstate...

Riders begin the first Lap of the UCI Elite C1 men’s race on Sunday, Sept. 30, 2018. The race was the final event in a weekend of professional and amateur cyclocross races held at the Johnson County Fairgrounds.

Cyclo-Cross World Cup concludes a drizzly third-annual Iowa City event

Kate Pixley, News Reporter September 30, 2018

International flags flew high over muddy ground as Iowa City became an international cycling hub for a weekend. Ninety-two cyclists and hundreds of spectators from around the globe converged on the Johnson...

A University of Iowa Police Department vehicle is pictured.

Police continuing fall patrols for ‘out-of-control’ parties

Katie Ann McCarver, News Reporter September 30, 2018

The Iowa City police will continue their annual party patrols this fall, cruising for apartment and house parties that officers deem disruptive to neighbors, in an effort to decrease likelihood of physical...

Participants in a meeting about issues regarding fair housing in Iowa City listen to Kirk Lehman present on the issue at the Iowa City Senior Center on Thursday, Sept. 27, 2018.

Iowa City holds public forum to begin its 2019 Fair Housing Study

Paul Elwell, News Reporter September 27, 2018

Residents of Iowa City got the chance to contribute to the discussion of the 2019 Fair Housing Study, which will be conducted by Iowa City officials. The city will analyze data that have been collected...

Jimmy Jacks Rib Shack is adding a new location to downtown Iowa City next to Buffalo Wild Wings located on S. Clinton St. Jimmy Jacks is also located on Lower Muscatine Road in Iowa City near the Sycamore Mall. (The Daily Iowan/ Alex Kroeze)

Jimmy Jack’s downtown location closed though it is still under lease

Becca Turnis, News Reporter September 25, 2018

Iowa City barbecue chain Jimmy Jack’s Rib Shack closed its location in the Old Capitol Town Center for the last time on Sept. 14. In an email to The Daily Iowan, Jimmy Jack’s co-owner James Adrian...