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The Domestic Violence Intervention Program (DVIP) is celebrating 45 years of service in Iowa City by opening a new emergency shelter to better accommodate victims of domestic violence. The new facility will provide a trauma-informed environment with more space and resources for families seeking refuge.
The Domestic Violence Intervention Program (DVIP) is celebrating 45 years of service in Iowa City by opening a new emergency shelter designed to accommodate the growing needs of domestic violence survivors. The new facility will provide 65 to 70 beds and specialized living arrangements for families, enhancing the support and resources available to those in crisis.
Iowans have mixed feelings towards vice presidential candidates Tim Walz and JD Vance, with Walz receiving a slight edge in favorability at 43% compared to Vance's 42%, according to a recent Iowa Poll. The poll also reveals that both candidates have significant support within their respective parties but face challenges among independent voters.
Iowa City's City Council has decided to lower downtown parking meter rates to $2.25 per hour following concerns from local businesses. This change reverses a previous increase from $3 per hour implemented in July, which aimed to fund fare-free transit services in the city.
Rosh Hashanah, one of Judaism's holiest days, will start at sunset on October 2 and end at sundown on October 4 this year. The article provides insights into the significance of the holiday, common traditions, and greetings associated with the celebration. It also outlines the subsequent Jewish holidays following Rosh Hashanah.
Johnson County voters will decide on a $30 million conservation bond in the upcoming November election, which is expected to increase property taxes by an average of $7.09 per $100,000 of assessed value. The funds from the bond will be allocated for developing parks, trails, and improving water and air quality in the county.
Tonight, Iowa will experience a harvest supermoon alongside a partial lunar eclipse, making it a significant celestial event. The full moon will officially occur at 9:34 p.m. Central Time, but it began appearing full last evening and will remain so through Thursday.
A recent Iowa Poll conducted by the Des Moines Register/Mediacom reveals that likely Iowa voters perceive Donald Trump as more capable of keeping America secure, while Kamala Harris is viewed as more trustworthy. The poll shows that Trump leads on four of six traits assessed, with notable differences in perceptions across party lines.
Iowa will experience a harvest supermoon and a partial lunar eclipse tonight, with the full moon officially peaking at 9:34 p.m. Central time. This celestial event is significant as it coincides with the harvest season, making it a noteworthy occasion for sky watchers in the region.
Two of Iowa’s state universities, the University of Iowa and Iowa State University, have announced they will not seek additional general education funding for the upcoming fiscal year. The University of Northern Iowa, however, plans to request a modest increase in funding. This decision reflects the universities' ongoing efforts to manage budgets amid financial pressures.