The Iowa Senate approved a bill Tuesday that would ban Iowa mental health providers from using therapy in an attempt to change a child’s sexual orientation. Senate File 334, which passed 26-24 with all Democrats voting in favor and all Republicans against, would ban health professionals from engaging in “sexual orientation change efforts” on children […]
Drew Bulman
Drew Bulman manages the digital side of Little Village magazine. You can reach him at @drewbulman and drewb@littlevillagemag.com.
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Community members to gather on the Ped Mall in support of detained pastor
Community members and youth leaders will gather on the Ped Mall today at 4 p.m. in response to the recent detainment of several area residents by Immigration…
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Coralville bike shop and lounge set for grand opening
With bicycling season and warmer weather around the corner, Trail’s End in Coralville (498 1st Ave.) is preparing for its grand opening celebration, set for Saturday, April 25. The newly opened bicycle and triathlon shop — located across the street from the Iowa River Power Restaurant — features fitting and repair services, training workshops and […]
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Wildwood owners collaborating on new barbecue joint for Iowa City’s North side
A small group of restaurateurs are teaming up to bring a unique take on barbecue to Iowa City’s North side. The new restaurant — dubbed Pop’s Old and New Barbecue…
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Centuries-old Shakespeare compilation coming to Iowa City in 2016
Published by Shakespeare’s colleagues in 1623 — seven years after the iconic playwright’s death — First Folio represents the first collected edition…
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Bill that would require ultrasound before abortion clears Iowa House subcommittee
An Iowa House subcommittee approved a bill Wednesday that would require women in Iowa to receive an ultrasound prior to receiving an abortion — a divisive…
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Iowa mom who packs heat and carries a baby teaches course on how to pack heat and carry a baby
An Iowa mom is attracting some national attention for her workshop on how to safely carry an infant while equipped with a firearm. Melody Lauer — a firearm…
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AIB College of Business to become part of the University of Iowa, dubbed ‘University of Iowa Des Moines’
The AIB College of Business in Des Moines will become part of the University of Iowa’s campus, officials announced today. Both schools will immediately establish…
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Video shows Davenport restaurant owner brawling with customer, brandishing knife
A video uploaded Wednesday to Youtube shows Mike Buckley, owner of Ram’s Chicken Shack in Davenport, kicking out a customer at knifepoint after…
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Former Pit employees caught off-guard by closure
Iowa City’s barbecue lovers learned with a heavy heart last week that The Pit Smokehouse, located at 130 N. Dubuque St., has closed after 10 years in business. If the closure took you by surprise, you’re not alone. Former employees say that when the restaurant closed permanently on Jan. 9, many weren’t aware of the […]
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New ‘Iowa City Bike Library’ location opens this weekend
It’s back! After two months of transition and renovation, the Iowa City Bike Library (ICBL) will open its new 10,000-square-foot location at 840 S. Capitol St. this Saturday at 10 a.m. “I think the new place looks great,” wrote ICBL board member Anne Duggan in an email to Little Village. “Some of our volunteers have […]
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UI President Sally Mason to retire
University of Iowa President Sally Mason announced today that she will retire on Aug. 1. A statement released earlier this afternoon by the UI says that Mason feels the timing “feels right both personally and professionally.” Mason says she approached the Iowa Board of Regents after reflecting over holiday break. A press release from the […]
