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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Biplane lands on Highway 218 after running out of gas

Emma Jane, News Reporter October 21, 2024

A biplane made an emergency landing on the southbound side of U.S. 218 near the 94 mile marker Saturday evening after running out of gas. No injuries were reported.  “A local pilot had to make...

Two attendees tango during a social dance class at the Iowa City Senior Center on Friday, Oct. 18, 2024. The tango class was led by Irina Latkova from the Madison Tango Society and Abolins.

Iowa City has what it takes to tango

Grace Olson, News Editor October 20, 2024

Slowly dragging their feet across the activity room floor, Iowa City residents from all walks of life came together to dance the tango. “Get used to touching each other,” tango class instructor...

Members of the Johnson County Board of Supervisors meet at the Johnson County Public Health and Clinical Services building on Wednesday, April 24, 2024. In a formal meeting on Sept. 26, The board established a program to try and curb gun violence.

JoCo Board passes $208,000 agreement to reduce gun violence

Jacob Calvin, News Reporter October 15, 2024

The Johnson County Board of Supervisors recently enacted a new way to curb gun violence and community violence as a whole throughout the county: the establishment of a Community Violence Intervention...

Photo courtesy of Larry Lynn Gullett's obituary

Former Johnson County Conservation director leaves legacy of Land Back

Emma Jane, News Reporter October 14, 2024

Larry Gullett, the longtime Johnson County Conservation director who played a pivotal role in returning seven acres of ancestral land to the Iowa Tribe of Kansas and Nebraska, died last month, leaving...

Photo illustration by DI Staff

Johnson County sees slight spike in COVID-19 cases

Fatima Salinas, News Reporter October 14, 2024

Johnson County is seeing a slight uptick in COVID-19 cases as the fall flu season starts. The county health department is encouraging people to get tested and vaccinated for the new season. According...

Johnson County recycling coordinator provides sustainable tips for Halloween

Johnson County recycling coordinator provides sustainable tips for Halloween

Jacob Calvin, News Reporter October 13, 2024

As Halloween approaches, Iowa City officials are reminding residents about the importance of sustainable waste management during the holiday. Recycling Coordinator Jane Wilch, in a recent Iowa City...

Iowa City firefighters respond to an active fire at the Advanced Technology Lab on the University of Iowa Campus in Iowa City on Friday, Sept. 1, 2023. The Office of the State Fire Marshal has issued an open burn ban across Johnson County due to extremely dry conditions.

Burn ban put into effect across Johnson County

Jacob Calvin, News Reporter October 13, 2024

Due to recent vegetation fires over the past few weeks and the beginning of dry season, an open burn ban has officially been implemented across Johnson County. The county is one piece in a state-wide...

The Iowa City Community School District sign as seen in Iowa City on Monday, March 4, 2024. Johnson County schools have filled teaching vacancies despite a national shortage.

Johnson County schools report shortages in paraprofessionals

Jack Moore, Managing News Editor October 13, 2024

Iowa schools are entering another year of teacher and staff shortages, but schools in Johnson County continue to report near-full teaching staff. However, schools in and surrounding Iowa are experiencing...

Members of the Johnson County League of Women Voters meet at Poindexter Coffee in Iowa City on Oct. 9, 2024. The women meet for monthly coffee to discuss happenings in the league.

League of Women Voters prepare for contentious election

Fatima Salinas, News Reporter October 10, 2024

This election year, the League of Women Voters of Johnson County has stressed the importance of educating and advocating for community members in Iowa City and surrounding areas. The League of Women...

University of Iowa Clinical Professor Krista Davidson poses for a portrait inside the Wendell Johnson Speech and Hearing Center in Iowa City on Monday, Oct. 7, 2024. Davidson specializes in augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), or the supplementation of oral speech with gestures, communication books, and also electronic speech-generating devices.

First responders receive new resource to bridge communication barriers

Miranda Davis, News Reporter October 9, 2024

Communication is crucial to understanding what needs to be done in emergency situations. However, for individuals with speech disorders or for non-native English speakers, there can be barriers between...

Supervisor Royceann Porter speaks during a Johnson County Board of Supervisors meeting on Wednesday Sept. 18, 2024. Porter was recently admonished by the Iowa Ethics and Campaign Disclosure Board for using her county email for political purposes.

Johnson County Supervisor Royceann Porter admonished for email violation

Jacob Calvin, News Reporter October 9, 2024

Johnson County Supervisor Royceann Porter has been formally admonished by the Iowa Ethics and Campaign Disclosure Board. An admonishment does not bring disciplinary action; however, it does serve as...

Teams from Field to Family and Table to Table bite into local apples from Buffalo Ridge Orchard during The Great Apple Crunch in Iowa City on Wednesday, Oct 9, 2024. The nationwide event celebrated local food purchases.

National Great Apple Crunch is celebrated across Johnson County

Miranda Davis, News Reporter October 9, 2024

Workers at the Field to Family and Table to Table warehouses gathered over a meal of fresh apples Wednesday, partaking in the national Great Apple Crunch. The Great Apple Crunch encourages people...