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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

Terry, an inmate volunteer, on Tuesday walks Russ, a shelter dog who was placed at the Iowa Medical & Classification Center as part of a program in which inmates teach shelter dogs obedience and help to rehabilitate them for adoption or placement. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa prison allows inmates to train dogs

Jordan Prochnow, News Reporter October 12, 2017

When Liz Ford enters the Iowa Medical & Classification Center, she places a large paper bag of dog treats, food, and toys on a conveyer belt, being sent through a scanner to rule out the possibility...

Iowa City City Hall is seen on Tuesday, April 18, 2017.

Iowa City Park receives $157,300 grant

October 11, 2017

The National Parks Service has granted Iowa City Parks & Recreation a grant of $157,300 for a new nature play area at the new Riverfront Crossings Park, according to a press release from Iowa City. The...