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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

Johnson County Supervisor Rod Sullivan throws the ball to Daily Iowan reporter Alejandro Rojas during a game of catch in Hubbard Park on Sept. 28, 2022

Johnson County Supervisor Rod Sullivan plays catch with Daily Iowan reporter

Alejandro Rojas, News Reporter October 4, 2022

Catch is a simple game where two people toss a ball back and forth to each other. But the beauty of the game is that it allows two people to go out to a local park, toss a ball, and hold a casual...

The old red barn, built in 1913, at Two Horse Farm, which was purchased by Johnson County. Sept. 27, 2022.

Solon’s Two Horse Farm acquired by Johnson County Conservation Board

Alejandro Rojas, News Reporter September 28, 2022

The Johnson County Conservation Board recently acquired 83 acres of Two Horse Farms in Solon, with seven acres donated to the Iowa Tribe of Kansas and Nebraska. The land was obtained through a donation...

A sign is seen near the entrance of Kent Park. Sept. 27, 2022.

Johnson County F.W. Kent Park shower house and dump station renovations delayed by budget concerns

Alejandro Rojas, News Reporter September 28, 2022

Renovations to better the water quality of Johnson County F.W. Kent Park’s lake is delayed because of over-budget contractor bids.  Tests on water quality yielded results that told the county that...

Iowa City mayor Bruce Teague listens Truth and Reconciliation Chair Amel Ali during a special meeting of Iowa City City Council for the removal Ali from her position on Thursday, Aug. 4, 2022.

Iowa City Ad Hoc Truth and Reconciliation Commission chair Amel Ali resigns

Archie Wagner, News Reporter September 28, 2022

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.  Iowa City Truth and Reconciliation Commission Chair Amel Ali resigned from her position effective immediately in an email to the Iowa City City...

Janelle Greiger, a paramedic at the Johnson County Ambulance Service, prepares to respond to a call on Friday, Sept. 23, 2022. The service explained it is a hit or miss when it comes to how many calls they receive.

Johnson County Ambulance Service faces paramedic shortage during high call volume

Alejandro Rojas, News Reporter September 27, 2022

Johnson County Ambulance Service workers are struggling to hire paramedics amid a national shortage while dealing with an increasing call volume. Ambulance services reported an 11 percent increase...

The Johnson County Board of Supervisors discuss during a budget meeting at the Johnson County Administration Building on Jan. 12, 2022.

Johnson County poll workers to receive a $2 pay increase

Alejandro Rojas, News Reporter September 22, 2022

With the midterm election approaching, election workers in Johnson County will receive an increase in their hourly pay, as county officials try to attract more election workers.  The Johnson County...

Shelter House executive director Crissy Cannganelli speaks at an Iowa City City Council meeting at City Hall in Iowa City on Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2022. Cangaenlli has served for the past 18 years at the Shelter House and attended the meeting as the City Council approved a collaborative plan with Shelter House helping to fund full-time civilian positions for homeless street outreach.

Iowa City City Council extends Shelter House street outreach and engagement specialist program

Isabelle Foland and Sydney Libert September 20, 2022

The Iowa City City Council unanimously voted to approve a three-year agreement with Shelter House to continue the street outreach and engagement specialist program Tuesday.  The council entered...

Linn Street is seen in Iowa City on Sunday, Sept. 19, 2022.

Iowa City expands free Wi-Fi to Northside

Sydney Libert and Cooper Worth September 20, 2022

 Iowa City residents now have access to free Wi-Fi in most of the city’s public areas — including the historic Northside.  City officials announced the internet connection expansion on Sept. 8,...

Ambulances are seen in the Johnson County Ambulance Services in Iowa City on Oct. 3, 2021.

Johnson County Ambulance Service sees increase in call volume

Alejandro Rojas, News Reporter September 15, 2022

The Johnson County Ambulance Service saw an 11 percent increase in the volume of calls it received compared to 2021. The service has experienced 14,315 ambulance calls so far in 2022. Fiona Johnson,...

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Iowa City will resume standard utility billing for the first time since March 2020, assistance plans being implemented

Virginia Russell, News Reporter September 7, 2022

The City of Iowa City is resuming utility bill collection for residents after pausing it for two years in March 2020.  Iowa City’s utility billing practices were modified to alleviate financial pressure...

Iowa City mayor Bruce Teague listens Truth and Reconciliation Chair Amel Ali during a special meeting of Iowa City City Council for the removal Ali from her position on Thursday, Aug. 4, 2022.

Iowa City City Council delays motion to remove Truth and Reconciliation Commission chair

Sam Knupp, Managing Editor August 4, 2022

Editor's Note: This article contains language some might find offensive. The Iowa City City Council delayed during a sometimes contentious meeting Thursday removing Amel Ali from her position as...

Mazahir Salih poses for a portrait in her office at the Center for Worker Justice in Iowa City Monday, Oct. 11, 2021.

Center for Worker Justice receives funding to combat wage theft

Liam Halawith, News Reporter June 30, 2022

The Johnson County Board of Supervisors approved an agreement with the Center for Worker Justice of Eastern Iowa on Thursday. The agreement allocates funding to the center for five years in the...