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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

City reports interest in Gilbert/College site

DI STAFF October 3, 2012

Interested parties have submitted 10 requests for proposals about about the construction of a building at the intersection of Gilbert and College Streets. City staff will spend the next week to 10 days...

UISG endorses Justice Center

DI STAFF October 3, 2012

The University of Iowa Student Government officially expressed its support for the proposed Johnson County justice center Tuesday evening, although several senators opposed the endorsement. The resolution...

New student organization helps UI students play pool outside bars

MATT STARNS October 3, 2012

A new student organization on campus aims to make playing pool in an alcohol-free environment easier. The Iowa City Billiards Club held its third meeting Tuesday evening. University of Iowa junior DJ...

Iowa City School Board to discuss and vote on SILO fund clause wording

DI STAFF October 2, 2012

The Iowa City School District Governance Committee discussed the language of a clause in the Superintendent Limitation on Monday morning. The current clause states for Superintendent Steve Murley to...

Iowa City ranked no. 4 college destination town

DI STAFF October 2, 2012

The American Institute for Economic Research ranked Iowa City the fourth-best U.S. college destination in its annual College Destinations Index, according to a city press release. The institute ranks...

Bon Jovi to headline concert in Hubbard Park Friday through Obama for America

DI STAFF October 2, 2012

Jon Bon Jovi will perform in Iowa City Friday for one of Obama for America’s Early Vote campaign events. According to an Obama for America Iowa release, Bon Jovi will head to Hubbard Park for a...

Iowa City police search for suspect in Romantix robbery

DI STAFF October 2, 2012

Iowa City police are investigating a Sept. 21 robbery at Romantix, 315 Kirkwood Ave., after receiving reports that a man allegedly blocked a female employee behind the checkout counter and demanded money....

UI Law School nears $50M fundraising goal

DI STAFF October 2, 2012

The University of Iowa College of Law alumni and supporters have raised $28 million towards the college’s $50 million goal for its Iowa Inspired campaign launched Sept. 28, according to a university...

Iowa City senator Bolkcom appointed to FEMA council

DI STAFF October 2, 2012

Sen. Joe Bolkcom, D-Iowa City, was appointed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency to the National Advisory Council Monday. “I appreciate Sen. Bolkcom’s willingness to serve on the [council]...

Locals sound off on Johnson County Justice Center as election nears

NATHANIEL OTJEN October 2, 2012

Although no one spoke out publicly against the proposed Johnson County justice center at a forum Monday, the proposal for the $48.1 million center remains a contested issue. A $46.8 million bond would...

Summer drought yields varying results for Iowa pumpkin patches

BRIANNA JETT October 2, 2012

This summer’s drought left farmers all over the nation grappling with crop damage — however, when it comes to pumpkins, the results are just the opposite. As the negative effects from the heat...

Iowa City downtown, Riverfront Crossing plans intended to ‘captivate’ community

BRENT GRIFFITHS October 2, 2012

Images of cities from San Antonio to Portland flashed across the screen as residents of Iowa City viewed the draft plan for downtown and Riverfront Crossings during an open house Monday evening. “You...