The Community Foundation of Johnson County garnered a stellar increase in revenue over the past fiscal year, sparking community impact in a variety of areas through program funding.
Community Foundation...
Refreshed from the holiday and ready for finals week, UI senior Mitch Grant returned to his apartment, and at first noticed nothing out of the ordinary. And it was, so he thought, until an hour after he...
Instead of mourning the violence toward women in today’s society, the Iowa U.N. Association held an event to celebrate empowering women.
This was held as part of the 16 Days Against Gender Violence...
Two full-time positions at the Iowa City Housing Authority will be cut starting in February 2014. Although the Iowa City city councilors were hesitant to cut the positions, most felt it was necessary.
The...
The construction of the University of Iowa’s new Hancher is on schedule and well underway, with expectations for the shape of the building to be completed in the spring of 2014.
The completion...
After a cluster hiring initiative to start a Latino Studies program in 2006 stalled — a push by University of Iowa faculty and students has blossomed once again.
“When I contacted [Omar Valerio-Jimenez,...
A public forum about the future of one special-needs program in the Iowa City School District fostered discussion about how the program should be structured for coming years.
The Transitional Services...
Council to vote on school project annexation
The Iowa City City Council will vote on a first consideration on the annexation of Sycamore Street and American Legion Road to the Iowa City School District...
Rep. Tyler Olson, D-Cedar Rapids, announced he will scale back his campaign for the Democratic gubernatorial nomination as he and his wife work through divorce proceedings.
“I am saddened to announce...
The Friday after Thanksgiving, families bundled in scarves and mittens grabbed an axe and some twine in search for the perfect live Christmas tree. Although farmers said they had a fine season this year,...
A year has passed since the University of Iowa became the first school in the nation to show support for the LGBT community during the admission application process.
Students are now able to identify...
As Black Friday sales dwindle down and holiday cheer fills the air, Iowa City’s Downtown District has geared up for the season while pushing local sales to the forefront.
Small Business Saturday...
