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Four Events In Eastern Iowa Next Week

Posted on September 27, 2025 by Dave Bradley

First let me remind you that  there will be a second NO KINGS day of action on October 18th. I personally believe this will be one of the most historic events in this countries history. It will test whether people … Continue reading →

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Iowa City Council To Vote On Cease Fire Resolution

Posted on January 2, 2024 by Trish Nelson

The Iowa City Council will meet on Tuesday, January 2, 2024 at 6pm to vote on a resolution “supporting a permanent ceasefire in Palestine and Israel, the return of all captives, and the delivery of humanitarian aid; and affirming opposition … Continue reading →

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When Capitalism Fails Local Business

Posted on February 17, 2022 by Trish Nelson

by Karen Kubby I am mad as hell. A particularly ugly form of capitalism has bitten me in the ass. Most  forms of capitalism are ugly. Some are more deeply damaging than others. This is a personal story about my … Continue reading →

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Women’s March & Gay Pride In Downtown Iowa City Today

Posted on October 2, 2021 by Dave Bradley

There must be some kind of confluence of the heavens today. A daily double for those who care about humanity. Iowa City will be hosting a very belated Gay Pride celebration starting at noon today, continuing until 11 tonight. This … Continue reading →

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Iowa City Pride Parade Today

Posted on June 16, 2018 by Dave Bradley

We apologize for not bringing up pride month earlier. It is now halfway through June. We missed the Capitol City Pride Parade and the parade in Davenport. This may be a good sign. Acceptance of alternative lifestyles now seems to … Continue reading →

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Great March In Iowa City!

Posted on January 21, 2017 by Dave Bradley

My guess was at least 2,000, maybe as high as 3,000. Just couldn’t believe the waves of people that just kept coming as noon approached. It was wonderful. Lots of women of all ages of course, but also lots of … Continue reading →

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Tolerance In Iowa Without Congress

Posted on August 5, 2014 by Paul Deaton

(EDITOR’S NOTE: This guest opinion first appeared in the Daily Iowan on Feb. 2, 2010. The idea of creating a sanctuary city did not gain traction, but local groups continue to seek ways to make the city more welcoming to … Continue reading →

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Rummage In The Ramp

Posted on July 13, 2013 by Dave Bradley

Once again Iowa City will hold what is one of the more interesting events in their calendar year. Yep, the Rummage in the Ramp. This is a great way of recycling very useful items that may otherwise end up in … Continue reading →

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Prairie Dog’s Predictions For 2012

Posted on December 21, 2011 by Trish Nelson

Ron Paul wins the Iowa Caucuses. Rick Perry trails the field, further embarrassing all those who gushed over his “Bigfoot” entrance into the race last August (even the Iowa City Press-Citizen ran not one, not two, but FIVE photos of … Continue reading →

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Rename Iowa City Ped Mall Chief Black Hawk Square

Posted on October 25, 2011 by Trish Nelson

Ascension of Chief Black Hawk by John Shumaker The Spirit is HERE Be of Good Cheer let’s get over the pain let’s make it plain we’ve come to reclaim our land in whatever form or shape it takes place let’s … Continue reading →

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