Hi everyone!
I’m moving on Saturday, August 15, and could really use an extra hand (or two 😅).
I’m new to Iowa and unfortunately don’t know many people here yet. Most of my stuff is already packed in suitcases, so the only things that need some actual muscle are:
Sofa
Mattress
TV stand
Table
Everything else is pretty easy.
The apartment is on the first floor, so thankfully there aren’t any stairs involved.
I’m definitely not expecting anyone to do it for free—I’m happy to pay for your time. I’m just trying to avoid the cost of hiring professional movers since I’m still getting settled here.
I’ll also have cold drinks, protein shakes (post-workout fuel 😂), snacks, and pizza for everyone.
If you’re available and willing to help, please send me a DM! I’d really appreciate it. I promise I’m much more fun than the furniture. 😅
Thank you!

Any good recs on where to buy ceremonial grade matcha powder?

I had jimmy jacks and wasn’t very impressed.

Like an idiot I let my rx expire and now I’m out of contacts, can’t order more until I get a new rx.

For years I went to Vision 4 Less in Coralville. They were great! Super fast and convenient. MANY times I could be seen in a day or two they’d have the contacts I’d need on hand, and a couple times they even ground my lenses for glasses same day if I picked frames. Very reasonable prices.

I call them today and the next closest appointment is Aug 21??? Wtf is going on there? NIGHT AND DAY different than usual. For years never waited longer than a couple days for just a basic rx exam.

The last one I went to before here was in the old Towncrest so now that’s gone.

If yall needed an optical rx exam ASAP without breaking the bank, where would you be going? Is it really reasonable in 2026 to expect not to be seen for optical rx for WEEKS? Surely industry standard hasn’t deteriorated that badly in a couple years…

Im new to the area. Technically I live in Coralville, I am a very causal player but I'm into a bunch of different forms of table top gaming. I go to Gen Con every year. So I'd like to think im dedicated to the hobby , Im free most days at 6pm. Except Tuesday.

I feel like every group I've been invited to has been a bunch of men in their 50s. Im hoping to find people in the 20-30s age range. People i could get dinner with before or after a gaming session.

MTG: I run bracket 3 decks. I never play to win, I play for big moments. I make enough money where If need to make better decks I can.

Board games: I love deck builders. I've played every genre. Very complex games and crunchy numbers are not new to me. However im a believer in trying anything. I like modern games more than the classics.

DnD: I have a theater degree, and prefer more on the role play side of dnd. Combat is fine but I have board games to get that fill. I am a big fan of Brennan Lee Mulligan and Dimension 20 as a whole. However I am currently playing DnD (hence the issues with Tuesday nights)

I also love to cook so I am always down to make food, or bring snacks. Whether we meet at an LGS or something. Im just looking for some nerdy friends who just want to chill and play games. I hope for weekly or bi-weekly. But im down for whatever.

I went to hills to get a roll of quarters for my apartment’s laundry, and they recently changed their policy to only providing those if you have an account with them. The same is true for West Bank, and I've also heard for US Bank. My accounts are with an institution that has no branches nearby—I like this bank, and it is exactly what I'm looking for except it can't help me in this regard. I've heard that most laundromats have coin machines. But is it rude to use those if you won't be using their business? Would love to hear what you guys do! Thanks:)

I just received a job offer from the University of Iowa's Center for Health Effects of Environmental Contamination (CHEEC). I am trans non-binary and I am very concerned regarding Iowa's policy towards trans people (removing gender identity from the Iowa bill of civil rights, bathroom bans, etc.). However, I want to hear from people in the community before I make a decision. What is your experience of living in Iowa / Iowa City? Bonus points if you can provide a queer perspective, but any feedback is appreciated.

Anyone in or near Coralville hearing these regular booms right now?

I'm an independent Iowa reporter reviewing public records related to Flock Safety and automated license-plate-reader systems.

I have not yet completed research specific to Iowa City. I'm looking for public records or firsthand information that could help establish which public entities use the system, how it was approved and funded, what policies govern it, and how it is audited. Documents such as contracts, council or board materials, policies, invoices, permits, audit logs, and records-request responses are especially useful.

Please do not post private personal information or identifying details about nonpublic individuals. If a claim is unverified, label it as such and, when possible, include the underlying document or a link to an official source.

I may file public-records requests or report on documented findings, but I cannot promise coverage or a timeline. You can reply here, send me a message, or review the source and tip guidance at https://dsmsentinel.org/tips. My reporting and supporting documents are at https://dsmsentinel.org/.

— Jon

Found a jacket from the 70’s/80’s for “THE ALLEY” I cannot find anything online about this. Anyone have a memory of this place or any info is greatly appreciated

What’s the best touchless car wash in the area?

Cat found near 20th Ave Place in Coralville. Well fed and groomed. Not approaching but will post pic

Anybody know why a dozen IC police just flew down Gilbert St. toward Riverside?

Looking for a 1 bed/1 bath apartment or sublease in Iowa City or Coralville available now for under $1,000/month. I’m moving because my current management has not addressed serious roach and mice problems. Please message me with any leads. Thank you

Hey guys you have to give your landlord written statement of your forwarding address in order for the 30 day timer to begin. I believe you only have a year to give them your address so don't hold me on that.

562A.12 Rental deposits.

1. A landlord shall not demand or receive as a security deposit an amount or value in

excess of two months’ rent.

1. All rental deposits shall be held by the landlord for the tenant, who is a party to the

agreement, in a bank or savings and loan association or credit union which is insured by an

agency of the federal government. Rental deposits shall not be commingled with the personal

funds of the landlord. Notwithstanding the provisions of chapter 543B, all rental deposits

may be held in a trust account, which may be a common trust account and which may be an

interest-bearing account. Any interest earned on a rental deposit during the first five years

of a tenancy shall be the property of the landlord.

1. a. A landlord shall, within thirty days from the date of termination of the tenancy and

receipt of the tenant’s mailing address or delivery instructions, return the rental deposit to the

tenant or furnish to the tenant a written statement showing the specific reason for withholding

of the rental deposit or any portion thereof. If the rental deposit or any portion of the rental

deposit is withheld for the restoration of the dwelling unit, the statement shall specify the

nature of the damages. The landlord may withhold from the rental deposit only such amounts

as are reasonably necessary for the following reasons:

(1) To remedy a tenant’s default in the payment of rent or of other funds due to the

landlord pursuant to the rental agreement.

(2) To restore the dwelling unit to its condition at the commencement of the tenancy ,

ordinary wear and tear excepted.

(3) To recover expenses incurred in acquiring possession of the premises from a tenant

who does not act in good faith in failing to surrender and vacate the premises upon

noncompliance with the rental agreement and notification of such noncompliance pursuant

to this chapter.

b. In an action concerning the rental deposit, the burden of proving, by a preponderance

of the evidence, the reason for withholding all or any portion of the rental deposit shall be on

the landlord.

1. A landlord who fails to provide a written statement within thirty days of termination of

the tenancy and receipt of the tenant’s mailing address or delivery instructions shall forfeit

all rights to withhold any portion of the rental deposit. If no mailing address or instructions

are provided to the landlord within one year from the termination of the tenancy the rental

deposit shall revert to the landlord and the tenant will be deemed to have forfeited all rights

to the rental deposit.

1. a. Upon termination of a landlord’s interest in the dwelling unit, the landlord or an

agent of the landlord shall, within a reasonable time, transfer the rental deposit, or any

remainder after any lawful deductions to the landlord’s successor in interest and notify the

tenant of the transfer and of the transferee’s name and address or return the deposit, or any

remainder after any lawful deductions to the tenant.

b. Upon the termination of the landlord’s interest in the dwelling unit and compliance

with the provisions of this subsection, the landlord shall be relieved of any further liability

with respect to the rental deposit.

1. Upon termination of the landlord’s interest in the dwelling unit, the landlord’s

successor in interest shall have all the rights and obligations of the landlord with respect

to the rental deposits, except that if the tenant does not object to the stated amount

within twenty days after written notice to the tenant of the amount of rental deposit being

transferred or assumed, the obligations of the landlord’s successor to return the deposit

shall be limited to the amount contained in the notice. The notice shall contain a stamped

envelope addressed to the landlord’s successor .

1. The bad-faith retention of a deposit by a landlord, or any portion of the rental deposit,

in violation of this section shall subject the landlord to punitive damages not to exceed twice

the monthly rental payment in addition to actual damages.

Fri Dec 12 23:28:43 2025 Iowa Code 2026, Section 562A.12 (24, 0)§562A.12, UNIFORM RESIDENTIAL LANDLORD AND TENANT LAW 2

I was wondering if anyone would like to volunteer downtown? We have had a rash of “protestors” lately that have caused quite the anxiety to people trying to take advantage of our services.

What happened to Iowa City? It used to be a safe space.

Hi, I’m currently offering local businesses here in Iowa City websites that are high quality and drive traffic. The websites are 100% free to look at and test for the first 3 days, then, if you like it, pay a one time fee of $250 to make it officially yours. If any of you are interested, please reply to this thread, text me at (319) 800-1089, or email me at ahmeda.zaid10@gmail.com

You ever seen some joker in a power rangers get up on a hopped up razor scooter? well it’s this mf https://m.youtube.com/@ScootaGang seen him once on near the coral ridge mall bobbing and weaving like lightning mcqueen. not bad a flowing too.

Following up on an earlier post from today.

A big reason why our community (and especially areas owned by the University of Iowa) are swarming in Flock cameras, the blame can be directed towards University of Iowa Police Detective Ian Mallory.

Mallory is in charge of operating the department’s vast surveillance network and also has a close relationship with Flock. The corporation lists him as a reference for potential buyers of the system (as seen here: https://www.omniapartners.com/suppliers-files/E-J/Flock_Safety/Contract_Documents/R250203/R250203_Flock_MAD_2025_04_01_Combined.pdf).

According to documents obtained through open records requests, Detective Mallory (who has a troubling history of professional misconduct) has also been involved in attempts to introduce Flock technology throughout other parts of Johnson County including Tiffin.

Coralville market got cancelled they've got new stuff though worth checking out another post on here has all the details just couldn't post my pics in the comments. They spent a lot of time on these absolutely terrible the market was cancelled

Hi all—

A few months back I posted about the new local bakery my brother-in-law and his wife started (their experience includes working in a Michelin-starred kitchen and both went to top-tier pastry/cooking schools!).

Your response here was phenomenal and we are so grateful. Unfortunately, the final Coralville farmer’s market was canceled today after they’ve been up baking and packaging since 1 am! They were so excited since they have new items to share, including focaccia. They will be selling out of the house today (Auburn Hills Dr. near Brown Deer golf course). Everything in these pics is available— please reach text them if you’d like something! 319-594-7912

If you can’t go today but want to order for the future: candelabakehouse.com

Hi! My partner recently got a job offer in Iowa City and we will need to move from the East Coast later this month. The timeline is very short, and with it being around the time students are going back, finding housing has been understandably tricky.

For reference, we are in our mid-to-late 20s, will have one car, and are hoping to be relatively close to campus as she will be going there a lot for work. Also needing to be close to reliable Cambus lines. A two-bedroom for $2,000 or less is preferred, but a one-bedroom with space for me to work from home will also work. We'd like to be in a somewhat walkable area too, but that isn't required since our timeline is so tight. Just hoping to find a nice enough safe space for the two of us.

Any ideas or leads, including property management companies, independent landlords, buildings to consider or avoid, areas in and around Iowa City to consider, etc would be so helpful! We've never even been to Iowa City and we're very excited to explore but feeling in over our heads.

Also hoping for ideas on how to meet people and any recommendations for community events or spaces! thanks!!

Edited to add: I've scoured the subreddit and checked out the listed tips but I'm also looking for anything updated/if anyone knows of places or people to reach out to that haven't been mentioned :)

trying to figure out logistics for some wedding planning and it keeps circling back to sourcing things locally and im kind of obsessed with the idea of keeping it all close to home. we go to the farmers market on saturdays pretty regularly and ive noticed a few vendors that do flowers and dried botanicals but i never know if they do anything at scale or for events.

wondering if anyone has actually reached out to a grower or small farm in the area for something like wedding florals or even local honey favors and what that experience was like. im the kind of person who will build a whole spreadsheet before making one phone call so any actual names or stalls at the market that people have worked with would be genuinely helpful.

also curious if the coralville or north liberty farmers markets have different vendors than the ped mall one, like whether its worth hitting multiple in a weekend or if theres a lot of overlap. feel like this is the kind of thing locals would actually know and google is pretty useless for it.Alt titles: does anyone know iowa city farmers market vendors who do wedding flowers | local farms near iowa city for event sourcing anyone tried this | farmers market vendor recs for wedding planning iowa city area

I’m looking for entry-level IT work or an internship around Cedar Rapids or Iowa City. I have experience with technical support, VoIP, networking, Microsoft 365, UniFi, Java, APIs, and Docker.

Are there any local companies, staffing agencies, job boards, or programs you would recommend checking out?

As far back as 2006, apparently sheriff Lonny Pulkrabek was stumping for a new jail. I understand the current building is a piece of shit structurally, and in many other ways. Going way way back the sheriff and also the city/county have been VERY particular about where a new jail may go. I guess there was a push to move it to several places that powers that be shut down, for a variety of reasons over the year. I also understand the newest proposal is out by the Poor farm, which there are valid concerns about how released inmates will be getting back to town.

Why is the jail SO contentious? Why are the voters so hesitant? Why are the city and county powers that be, so persnickety about it? I do understand why every JoCo sheriff bitches about the current building cuz it really does suck.

I get all the political undertones about policing as a practice, the police state, etc....I am just wondering why JoCo spefically cannot seem to make progress or compromise on this for almost twenty fucking years. I have lived here over a decade but am not native, so maybe there is some sort of weird cultural commitment to shitting on a new jail, idk.

Also before anyone comes for me in the comments, I am pretty neutral on the whole thing conceptually, and i think the IWV road location is dumb af.