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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

Replay Iowa City apartments are seen under construction on Tuesday, Oct. 8. 2024. The luxury apartments will include access to a plethora of amenities, including a 24-hour fitness center, a resort-style pool and spa, a zen hammock garden, an outdoor fire pit, and an outdoor Jumbotron.

New west-side apartment complex hopes to stand out in student housing market

Isabelle Foland, News Reporter October 9, 2024

Replay Iowa City, a new apartment complex opening next fall, hopes to stand out in the student-oriented housing market by bringing an amenity-rich complex to the west side of campus. Some of the...

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...

Theresa Graham-Mineary, the senior director of outpatient service at the Iowa City Abbe Center, and Kara Magnison, the director of the Iowa City Abbe Center, celebrate UnityPoint Health's 75th anniversary at the Iowa City Public Library on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024. Graham-Mineary and Magnuson discussed how and where to find help in a mental health crisis.

UnityPoint, Abbe Center Celebrate 75 years of providing mental health services

Shaely Odean, News Reporter October 9, 2024

To celebrate UnityPoint Health’s 75 years of bringing mental health resources to the Iowa City community, the Abbe Center for Community Mental Health held a panel Tuesday. Roughly 12 people gathered...

The Iowa City Community School District sign in Iowa City as seen on Monday, March 4, 2024.

Iowa City Community School District slows progress on academy schools

Madison Schuler, News Reporter October 9, 2024

The Iowa City Community School District is slowing down the progression of implementing academy schools in the education system. The discussion of academy schools first began on Sept. 3 when the...

A sapling is seen in Court Hill Park on Thursday, April 29, 2021. In a conference Tuesday morning, more than 180 Iowa science faculty and 32 colleges endorsed the 14th annual Iowa Climate Statement.

Iowa researchers release 14th annual Iowa Climate Statement

Brianna Brands, News Reporter October 9, 2024

The newest annual Iowa Climate Statement was endorsed by 184 Iowa science faculty and 32 colleges and universities. This statement is the 14th edition describing the impacts Iowans are experiencing...

A family enjoys the view from the top deck of The Fenelon Place Elevator in Dubuque, Iowa, on Saturday, April 27, 2024. Senior Photojournalist Jordan Barry and other students participated in capstone journalism and mass communication courses that collaborated with Dubuque, Iowa, earlier in the year. This is one of Barry's photographs from the class that focused on sustainability efforts.

UI students collaborate with Dubuque on sustainability initiatives

Miranda Davis, News Reporter October 9, 2024

Along the shore of the Mississippi River lies the city of Dubuque, Iowa — a city of unique architecture, remarkable wildlife, and preserved historical and cultural landmarks. However, underneath...

The South Market District is seen in Iowa City on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024. Dodge Street Coffeehouse is scheduled to reopen in the South Market District in mid-October after it closed its doors over the summer.

Dodge Street Coffeehouse to reopen doors

Madison Schuler, News Reporter October 9, 2024

Dodge Street Coffeehouse recently announced it will reopen its doors at a new location in the South District Market. The local coffee shop first opened five-and-a-half years ago at its original...

Capital Campaign committee members commence the start of the construction of a new building during the groundbreaking event for the organization on Oct. 1. Several groups had the opportunity to use giant forks, spoons, and knives to mark the occasion.

North Liberty Community Food Pantry breaks ground to fight hunger

Evan Watson, News Editor October 8, 2024

As the issue of food insecurity grows, so does the support for families in need in the increasingly interconnected community of North Liberty. During Oct. 1 ceremony, the North Liberty Community...

The Burlington Street bridge is seen on Sept. 26. The renovation is expected to cost $30 million.

Burlington Street Bridge to cost $30 million

Madelyn Ambroz, News Reporter October 8, 2024

The Burlington Street Bridge has sparked discussion for a much-needed replacement that could cost the city and Iowa Department of Transportation up to $30 million. Built in 1915, the concrete bridge...

Lead volunteer and educator of the Iowa Farm Sanctuary Kevin Recknor scratches Phil the water buffalo’s chin inside a barn near Oxford, Iowa, on Sept. 25. The Iowa Farm Sanctuary provides a safe haven to rescued and neglected farm animals.

‘Injured and angry’ water buffalo rescued in Johnson County

Evan Watson, News Reporter October 8, 2024

A water buffalo that was freely roaming through the backyards of residents in Des Moines just one month ago has found a new home at the Iowa Farm Sanctuary near Oxford, Iowa. Named Phil, the water...

Board of Regents members listen to a free speech training update during a board meeting at the Iowa State Alumni Building in Ames on Sept. 18.

‘It’s about rural Iowa’: UIHC looks to address high cancer rates across the state

Zoe Smith, News Reporter October 8, 2024

“We aren’t just concerned about cancer in Iowa City but also across the state,” University of Iowa President Barbara Wilson said during an Oct. 8 Iowa Board of Regents meeting. The special...

Kashmir Sood constructs a gyro cheeseburger at Zolly’s Grill in the Old Capitol Mall in Iowa City on Oct. 5. Zolly’s serves unique burgers and Halal-certified gyro.

Zolly’s Grill opens in Old Capital Mall

Madelyn Ambroz, News Reporter October 8, 2024

Zolly’s Grill is officially open and on the rise in Iowa City. Zolly’s Grill — a new Mediterranean-American fusion restaurant — celebrated its opening in the Old Capitol Mall on Sept. 21....