JoCo in the Know July 10, 2026
In this edition of JoCo in the Know, learn how to pick the next I voted sticker, along with heat safety tips and more!
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Johnson County signs purchase agreement for South Capitol Street properties
During its formal meeting on Thursday, July 9, 2026, the Board of Supervisors signed a purchase agreement for three parcels located on the NE corner of Capitol Street and Benton Street in Iowa City, for a total purchase price of $5.5 million.
The property was selected for its location and is intended to serve as a long-term county asset for future development needs. Johnson County also owns property on the same block at 821 S. Clinton St.
Johnson County signs purchase agreement for South Capitol Street properties
Published on Jul 9, 2026
During its formal meeting on Thursday, July 9, 2026, the Board of Supervisors signed a purchase agreement for three parcels located on the NE corner of Capitol Street and Benton Street in Iowa City, for a total purchase price of $5.5 million.
Johnson County Attorney's Office News Release 7.8.26
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Johnson County Attorney's Office Press Release 7.8.26
Published on Jul 8, 2026
For Immediate Release
Iowa City Man Sentenced to 20 Years for Willful Injury of Five People with His Vehicle While Intoxicated
Wright Brothers Blvd to I-380 southbound ramp detour begins July 7
Weather permitting, the ramp from Wright Brothers Blvd. to I-380 Southbound will be closed for up to two months, beginning the morning of Tuesday, July 7. During this closure, construction crews will be working on building a new ramp. This will be one of the last steps to finalize the new Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI), which is anticipated to open later this year.