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Rendering of the 187-unit affordable housing complex proposed for 611 Greenwood Dr. in Iowa City, the site of the former Roosevelt Elementary School.

Affordable housing development proposed at site of former Roosevelt Elementary School in Iowa City

This story will be updated with additional information. The property housing the former Roosevelt Elementary School in Iowa City is the site of a proposed affordable housing development. The Iowa City City Council voted 7-0 at its meeting Sept. 2…

Kitty Corner Social Club opens in downtown Iowa City

Cat lovers are about to experience Iowa City’s first-ever cat lounge — no “kitten” around.…

‘The state of the city is strong’: Iowa City Mayor Bruce Teague urges unity in uncertain times in State of the City address

The Emma J. Harvat Hall in Iowa City was packed the evening of Feb. 18…

Iowa City Mayor Bruce Teague gives his sixth State of the City address Tuesday, Feb. 18 at the Emma J. Harvat Hall.

Iowa City Council special election scheduled for March 4

Iowa City voters will decide the next representative for the District C City Council seat…

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Joann Fabric to shutter approximately 500 stores

Fabric and craft chain Joann Fabric announced Wednesday it plans to close approximately 500 locations…

JOANN Fabric and Craft store at 1676 Sycamore St. in Iowa City.

Iowa City VA earns Pathway to Excellence designation

The Iowa City VA Health Care System has been recognized as a Pathway to Excellence…

The Iowa City VA Medical Center, 601 Highway 6

Proposed arts projects in downtown Iowa City could bring $30 million annual economic boost

A newly released study estimates that two proposed arts-focused projects in downtown Iowa City could…

Salida Partners' rendering of 21 S. Linn St.

Iowa City Council considers proposals for 21 S. Linn St.

The Iowa City Council considered three proposals for the development of a key downtown property…

The Iowa City Council pictured Jan. 7.

Battery-powered passenger rail line in Johnson County on hold

A concept that would utilize the CRANDIC rail line for a battery-powered passenger rail between…

Pop-Up Metro uses existing low-density freight rail lines and battery-propelled passenger cars as an economic, sustainable option for public transit.

The Downtown Dish with Betsy Potter

On Today’s Episode: Anna and Charlie are joined by Betsy Potter, executive director of the…

Iowa City nonprofit Stories Project eyes downtown lot for storytelling museum

An Iowa City nonprofit is reviving a long-standing vision to create a destination to celebrate…

Iowa City will be choosing a winning RFP in the upcoming months for 21 S. Linn St., pictured here in July 2024.

New owners take the helm at Colonial Lanes

Colonial Lanes, a long-standing bowling center and cherished Iowa City institution for decades, is under…

A Colonial Lanes patron watches the bowling ball she just released glide toward the pins on the bowling lane. Despite renovations going on, business has not slowed down for the bowling center. CREDIT ANNIE SMITH BARKALOW

Iowa City Council says ‘yes’ to rezoning ACT campus

A plan to rezone approximately 48.6 acres of the ACT campus in Iowa City can…

A map of the proposed rezoning area includes 49 acres north of Scott Boulevard and east of Dodge Street.

The Wedge Pizzeria moves back to downtown Iowa City 

The Wedge Pizzeria, which originally opened in 1999, has announced its return to downtown Iowa…

UI Health Care secures $252.6 million bond for hospital projects amid market volatility

At its meeting Wednesday, the Iowa Board of Regents approved a resolution authorizing the issuance…

Exterior twilight view of UI Hospitals and Clinics.

Oaknoll announces nursing home expansion in Iowa City

Oaknoll has announced a new nursing home expansion project in Iowa City, featuring sustainable design…

Oaknoll Small House expansion