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RestaurantsNoodles for every mood: When only a steamy pho will do, Oryza Asian Cuisine & Bar delivers, plus Thai, Chinese, and Korean favorites, lemongrass shrimp, and Viet-style stir fry noodles, with a full bar to match.
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University of Iowa, UNI debut first truncated 3-year degrees
The Universities of Iowa and Northern Iowa have debuted their first shortened three-year degree offerings — with a Board of Regents committee Wednesday recommending approval of the two new “bachelor of applied professional studies” programs.
Full story at thegazette.com ↗
After nixing new tower, UIHC naming main hospital for donor
After scrapping plans for a new $2 billion inpatient tower — which it was going to name after a donor — University of Iowa Health Care has found another way to honor Richard O.
Full story at thegazette.com ↗
Iowa City school board debates financial oversight amid budget cuts
A $45 million deficit in the Iowa City Community School District’s SAVE fund has prompted renewed questions from school board members about how the shortfall ha.
Full story at cbs2iowa.com ↗
JoCo Board of Supervisors discusses its role in ICCSD’s financial crisis
As the Iowa City Community School District is facing financial hardship, the Johnson County Board of Supervisors is discussing whether it can help the district and if that assistance is wanted.
Full story at dailyiowan.com ↗
‘We don’t take it lightly’: Owners of Kalona’s only full-service grocery store search for buyer
JW’s Foods, the only full-service grocery store in Kalona, has operated for 53 years as a family company.
Full story at kcrg.com ↗
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