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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

Corn leaves turning brown due to lack of rain on Monday, June, 21, 2021. A field planted with corn start showing the effects of lack of rain fall. The leaves are turning brown, and the stalks are short.

Growers in Johnson County combat drought conditions

Jake Olson, News Reporter June 27, 2021

Steve Swenka, owner of Double G Angus Farms in Johnson County, said this summer his farm has experienced one of the worst droughts in his life. “We have had only about two inches of rain in the...

Steve Schornhorst, the construction manager on the Shelter House’s board, helps build some walls for The 501 Project at a volunteer build before the ceremony on Thursday.

Shelter House to provide 36 single adult housing units at The 501 Project

Natalie Dunlap, News Editor June 17, 2021

Shelter House is building a second Housing First facility to address a shortage of housing options for Iowa City residents experiencing homelessness.  The 501 Project, located right next to the...

Johnson County Supervisor Candidate Jon Green poses for a portrait on Saturday, May 1, 2021.

Johnson County Supervisor Jon Green calls for countywide equity and inclusive policymaking going forward

Emily Delgado, News Reporter June 16, 2021

Jon Green, new Johnson County Supervisor, dedicates his success in both the recent election and his campaign strategy to the combination of volunteer work and his restoration message. His strategy...

Jon Green stands at the bar with his girlfriend of three years, Eleanore Taft, as they wait for polls to close on Tuesday, June 8, 2021. Green won the special election for Johnson County Supervisor with 66.1 percent of the vote, according to the unofficial election night results.

Democrat Jon Green wins supervisor seat in Johnson County special election

Natalie Dunlap, News Editor June 8, 2021

Jon Green drank a Guinness beer in celebration after the results of the Johnson County Special election came in Tuesday night. Surrounded by supporters at Deadwood Tavern in Iowa City, the Democratic candidate...

School board member Phil Hemingway speaks during Iowa City school board meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2017.

Republican JoCo supervisor candidate Phil Hemingway holds meet and greet in Iowa City neighborhood.

Natalie Dunlap, News Editor May 27, 2021

Phil Hemingway met with a small group of Johnson County residents on an Iowa City porch and discussed the upcoming special election for Johnson County Board of Supervisors, his platform, and the role...

Johnson County residents Tom and Joan Cook speak to Johnson County Supervisor Candidate Jon Green at Green's campaign rally on May 22.

Johnson County Supervisor Candidate Jon Green holds campaign rally

Sabine Martin, News Editor May 22, 2021

Supporters and volunteers for Jon Green, the Democratic candidate for the Johnson County supervisor special election, gathered at Upper City Park Saturday evening to “get the vote out.” Three...

A sign marking a polling location is seen outside the North Liberty Community Center in North Liberty on Tuesday, November 3, 2020. In 2016, Johnson County was one of six Iowa counties to vote for a democratic presidential candidate, according to the New York Times.

Candidates line up in Johnson County Board of Supervisors race

Caleb McCullough, Managing Editor May 12, 2021

Three candidates will run in Johnson County's special election on June 8 to fill a vacant spot on the Johnson County Board of Supervisors. Democrats and Republicans nominated their candidates for...

A sign marking a polling location is seen outside the North Liberty Community Center in North Liberty on Tuesday, November 3, 2020. In 2016, Johnson County was one of six Iowa counties to vote for a democratic presidential candidate, according to the New York Times.

Three Democrats, one Republican vie for vacant Board of Supervisors seat

Marco Oceguera, News Reporter May 5, 2021

Following Janelle Rettig’s recent resignation from the Johnson County Board of Supervisors, four candidates — three Democrats and one Republican — are seeking their party’s nomination in an...

Pharmacist Anne Lohaus draws up vaccines on Saturday, April 12, 2021. Hartig Pharmacies were administering first round doses to customers in the prayer room at Al-Iman Mosque.

Local pharmacies are struggling to fill COVID-19 vaccination appointments

Marco Oceguera, News Reporter May 2, 2021

As the national supply of COVID-19 vaccines continue to increase, some local pharmacies are struggling to fill appointments. The struggle to keep local vaccination rates high comes as several counties...

Photo of Micah Broekemeier. Contributed.

UI undergrad running for Johnson County Board of Supervisors as a Republican candidate

Natalie Dunlap, Politics Reporter April 28, 2021

Micah Broekemeier, a 29-year-old history major at the University of Iowa, has announced his intention to run as a Republican in the upcoming special election for a Johnson County Board of Supervisors...

A sign marking a polling location is seen outside the North Liberty Community Center in North Liberty on Tuesday, November 3, 2020. In 2016, Johnson County was one of six Iowa counties to vote for a democratic presidential candidate, according to the New York Times.

Johnson County to hold special election to fill supervisors vacancy

Caleb McCullough, Managing Editor April 23, 2021

Johnson County will hold a special election on June 8 to fill a vacancy left by Janelle Rettig, who resigned early this week. A committee made up of County Auditor Travis Weipert, County Recorder...

The Johnson County Courthouse in Iowa City is seen on Wednesday, July 1, 2020.

Activists urge Johnson County leaders to provide more direct aid to individuals

Marco Oceguera, News Reporter April 22, 2021

Johnson County community members and activists urged local government officials to allocate funds from the American Rescue Plan to direct relief for workers at the Johnson County Board of Supervisors’...