Isabelle Foland

The council will officially vote on holding the special election at their next meeting on Dec. 10.

Tobacco shops cannot be within 500 feet of other tobacco retailers, schools, or university property.

Jennie Garner has worked at the North Liberty Library for nearly 30 years and served as its director for a decade.

The 31-acre property would feature a mix of residential buildings and other amenities, including memory care and a community center.

Construction for the project would begin in early 2025 and last until late 2027.

The development would have a total of 78 units, consisting of duplexes, townhomes, and condos.

The options include commuter trains or a new bus route from Iowa City to North Liberty.

The commission asked for an extension to June 2025 to allow for their final report to be completed and reviewed.

After months of repeat votes and discussion, tobacco vendors in Iowa City are no longer allowed to be within 500 feet of other tobacco retailers, schools, and University of Iowa property. The Iowa City City Council unanimously passed new rules about where tobacco retailers can be located at Tuesday’s regular meeting. The council also lifted...

Some Eastern Iowa schools are implementing stricter cellphone policies, while Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds recently stated she would pursue a statewide ban on personal devices in classrooms. In late November, Reynolds said she would urge state legislators to pursue a law banning cellphones in classrooms to curb bullying and increase the focus of students. The...