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Mayor’s Clean Up Week Is October 5-9
Twice a year, Coralville trash customers can dispose of eligible large trash item(s) for free. Outside of those weeks, bulky item pickup requires a fee. Restrictions apply; check before hauling to the curb.
Voting & Election Information from the Johnson County Auditor's Office
Election Day is November 3; early voting is October 14-November 2
Politifact | Fact-checking Rob Sand’s comparison of Iowa public schools’ ranking
For the 2026 election, Politifact and The Daily Iowan are partnering up to bring readers fact checks on key Iowa races. PolitiFact is a nonprofit operated by the Poynter Institute. In a gubernatorial campaign ad posted on his public social media accounts, Democrat Rob Sand said…
Who gets to cover the president? Trump media ban sparks First Amendment dispute
President Donald Trump’s decision to bar three major news organizations from the White House has escalated a long-running conflict between his administration and the press, prompting a federal lawsuit, a rare show of solidarity among television networks, and renewed questions…
IC residents reflect on city with 2026 Community Survey underway
The 2026 Iowa City Community Survey began last week to collect data from residents of Iowa City on a variety of issues and quality of life concerns. The survey, sent to a select number of Iowa City residents by signing up online or being selected at random, collects data on…
JoCo sheriff, county attorney discuss proposed jail bond
Johnson County residents and officials crowded together into Meeting Room A of the Iowa City Public Library on Wednesday for a multi-hour discussion by Johnson County officials about its proposed jail bond referendum. The library collaborated with the League of Women Voters of…
Coralville Offers Extra Trash Cart Collection with Cart à la Carte
City of Coralville trash customers can put out their trash carts for one extra pick up September 25 or September 28 (date varies by trash route)
How Coralville Businesses Should Prepare for Local Option Sales Tax
Beginning July 1, 2026, a 1% Local Option Sales Tax (LOST) takes effect in Coralville, Iowa City, and North Liberty. It was approved by voters in November 2025.
Public Hearing on October 13: Special Financing for Water Well Project
The City will hold a Public Hearing to review an application for a State Revolving Fund loan related to the proposed improvements to the City’s water supply system.
City Council Looks Ahead with Two-Year Strategic Plan
The 2026-2028 Strategic Planning & Goal Setting Report, recently adopted by the North Liberty City Council, was developed through a collaborative process involving the City staff and elected officials, facilitated by the East Central Iowa Council of Governments. The plan builds…
Leashes Make Good Boundaries for Public Space Users
All pets must be on a leash under Coralville leash law