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City Accepting Artist Submissions for the 2023 Ranshaw House Concert Series
The City of North Liberty is now accepting submissions for the Ranshaw House Concert Series. The program, which returns for a second year in summer 2023, will feature local musicians performing on the front porch of North Liberty’s historic, newly-restored Ranshaw House (515 Community Drive) on Fridays from 6 to 8 p.m. in June and…
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Library and UAY Seeks Artist to Lead Mural Project
In partnership with United Action for Youth, the North Liberty Library has announced a call for a Black, Indigenous, and/or person of color BIPOC artist to lead a group of student artists for a grant-funded community mural. The muralist will work with UAY and library staff to determine the focus, materials and students’ tasks related…
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Squash Bend Resolution Continues in March with a March Madness Challenge
At the start of each year, the Recreation Department offers monthly fitness challenges: Squash Bend Resolution, named for the area before it become North Liberty. The challenge continues in March with a daily workout in honor of the 64 teams playing in the NCAA’s March Madness tournaments. To enter, patrons should the daily workout 23…
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Police Department to Conduct Enforcement Campaign near Liberty High School
From Feb. 20 through March 3, 2023, the North Liberty Police Department will join law enforcement agencies in Kansas, Missouri, Iowa and Oklahoma with increased enforcement near high schools to raise awareness of roadway safety. Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for people 15 to 18 years old in the United States…
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Better Neighbors Series Continues to Teach Community Skills and Awareness
With a new, free training series — Better Neighbors — adults of all abilities can learn new skills and gain a new understanding of issues impacting our community. The North Liberty area is teeming with experts on all sorts of useful topics, and all year long, we will be tapping into these people and service…
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On-street Parking Prohibited Beginning 9 p.m. Feb. 15, 2023
With a strong winter storm and heavy snow expected, North Liberty will prohibit on-street parking beginning Wednesday, Feb. 15, at 9 p.m. The prohibition is set to expire on Thursday, Feb. 16, at 9 p.m. Tickets will be issued to cars remaining parked on public roads during this snowstorm. Parking on streets is not permitted…
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North Liberty Night at the Iowa Heartlanders to Benefit Beat the Bitter Festival
Friday, Feb. 17 is North Liberty Night with the Iowa Heartlanders as they face the Wheeling Nailers at Xtream Arena. The puck drops at 7:05 p.m. An anonymous local business wants to make sure everyone can make attend and dropped off 500 free tickets at the Recreation Department front desk at the Community Center on…
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Canceled: Drinking Water Advisory Issued for Customers on a Portion Cherry Street, Village and Circle Drives
Update on Feb. 16: This precautionary advisory has been canceled after testing confirmation its safety. The North Liberty Water Department will perform an emergency repair on a leaking water main valve along Cherry Street beginning about 5:30 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 13, 2023. Impacted businesses and residences will be without water until the work is…
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Traffic Contacts 292 Parking Contacts 36 Vehicle Inspections 17 Vehicle Unlocks 25 Crash Investigations 23 Public Assists 524 Assist other Agency 127 Crimes Against Persons Report 13 Crimes Against Property Report 13 Other Reports 25 Arrests 24 Warrants 3 Alcohol/Narcotics Charges 11 Crimes Against Persons Charges 7 Crimes Against Property Charges 2 Other Charges 9…
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Just Place One Foot in Front of the Other
Mental health issues are the often overlooked and frequently misunderstood challenges that can affect any one of us. Whether because of genetics or due to trauma, lasting for a short or long term, mental illness does not discriminate. Karen Smith, who is a Mom on a Mission for Mental Health, knows this firsthand and is…
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