by Gregory Johnson | Nov 1, 2017 | Activism, Iowa City, Politics, Public Interest, Video
We often refer to elections as a choice between the lesser of two evils. In national elections, sometimes it seems like the most likable and qualified candidates drop out early, while the most ruthless and well funded rise to the top. Local elections are different,...
by Gregory Johnson | Dec 20, 2016 | Activism, Housing, Iowa City, Transportation
CONTENT and TOPICS Here are the topics covered in the most recent Connect Iowa City podcast recorded on 14 December 2016 at 11:00 AM. The audio player is below. CITY COMPREHENSIVE MASTER PLAN Time (mm:ss): 01:29 – 15:59 Tax implications of Linn Street...
by Gregory Johnson | Dec 10, 2015 | Good News, Iowa City, Video
DPD Productions of Iowa City recently produced a exceptional video for the Convention and Visitors Bureau. The video was launched yesterday on YouTube and 24 hours later it already has over 10,000 views. The featured song and them is “Great Big Storm”...
by Gregory Johnson | Oct 24, 2015 | Activism, Housing, Iowa City, Politics
The City Council of Iowa City recently approved another multi-million dollar tax-payer TIF-funded development in the downtown area. The project is called The Chauncey. I have been and continue to be a strong supporter of the Chauncey, and wrote an article in its...
by Gregory Johnson | Aug 12, 2014 | Health, Iowa City
Bhakti Chai Bhakti Chai is available at The Bread Garden. Big Train Chai Big Train Chai is available at The Bread Garden. Kilogram Chai Kilogram Chai is available at Molly’s Cupcakes. Oregon Chai Oregon Chai is available at High Ground, Prairie Lights, and...
by Gregory Johnson | Aug 7, 2014 | Activism, Good News, Iowa City
Here’s a great idea that’s fun and has a positive social impact — Make pies, eat pies, help people! Click here to visit Bobby’s Pies on Facebook. What other iras can you think of that could help raise money and awareness? Video Watch the video...
by Gregory Johnson | Jul 30, 2014 | Iowa City
Iowa City will be getting its own Lucky’s Market scheduled to open in 2015. Here are links and details for more information. Location: 1600 Sycamore Street, Iowa City, IA Telephone: (303) 530-0782 Facebook: Facebook.com/LuckysMarket Instagram:...
by Gregory Johnson | Dec 29, 2013 | Activism, Health, Iowa City
The Cottage Cheese Video Summary As of November 2013, and continuing through December 2013, there have been reoccurring indents of poor quality Organic Valley Lowfat Cottage Cheese as provided from production facility 39-111, Smith Dairy Products, 230 N Vine...
by Gregory Johnson | Dec 15, 2013 | Iowa City, Transportation
Iowa City Bike Shop Fat Bikes This page contains links to the “Fat Bike” models available from local Iowa City bicycle shops as of December 2013. Call or stop by the stores for a current inventory. Additional brands and models may be available, including...
by Gregory Johnson | Dec 8, 2013 | Iowa City, Photography
Poster / Flyer Please download, email, and/or print and post the flyer of the event. You can click the image below for a larger view or download the PDF. Real Dancers – Real Passion 3000 Miles 50 Nia Dancers 12 Months 3000 Images Dates and Times Saturday, 7...
by Gregory Johnson | Dec 7, 2013 | Activism, Good News, Iowa City, Video
The 2013 Holiday Thieves’ Market takes place this weekend at the Iowa Memorial Union. Below are details from the Fine Arts Council website. Event Details The University of Iowa Fine Arts Council is proud to sponsor the Holiday Thieves’ Market. This market...
by Gregory Johnson | Aug 20, 2013 | Housing, Iowa City
The Iowa City Hawkeye Court Apartments managed by The University of Iowa are scheduled for a major rebuilding. The rendition of the new housing complex shown above is from Balfour Beatty. Below is a photo showing the demolition of the original apartments....
by Gregory Johnson | Apr 1, 2013 | Activism, Housing, Iowa City
The justice system in Johnson County seems to be disproportionately arresting and incarcerating people simply on the basis of race. (Source: “Time to correct underlying causes of jail overcrowding,” Press Citizen, 31 March 2013) Once incarcerated, people...
by Gregory Johnson | Mar 30, 2013 | Activism, Effective Living, Iowa City, Politics, Video
Architectural Bigotry and Intolerance is a phenomenon where people reject any architectural design that they don’t personally like or that doesn’t fit into the sectarian insular homogeneous cookie cutter template of what they believe to be acceptable....
by Gregory Johnson | Mar 28, 2013 | Activism, Effective Living, Environment, Health, Housing, Iowa City
A recent Moen Group development project in Iowa City called The Chauncey (pictured above) has sparked some controversy because of the perception that it will block out the entire skyline and cast a shadow over the city. (See “The Sky Will Be Gone,” Press...
by Gregory Johnson | Dec 7, 2012 | Iowa City
Calling All Theatre Enthusiasts Combined Efforts Theatre will be presenting ISO-ORBITING from GALAXY TENAJ.55 (think “Star Trek, Next Generation/Dr.Who”). Learn more by visiting FromDC2Iowa. When: December 7 and 8, 2012 at 7:00 PM Where: In the Little Theater at City...
by Gregory Johnson | Oct 15, 2012 | Activism, Iowa City
Johnson County Iowa is planning to build a Justice Center that will replace an undersized courthouse that is over 100 years old and a similarly undersized jail that is about 30 years old. Incarceration Demographics. Those in opposition of the Justice Center focus...
by Gregory Johnson | Sep 24, 2012 | Activism, Iowa City
Although the United States has the highest incarceration rate in the world, Johnson County Iowa, with an average of 160 to 200 inmates, has a lower incarceration rate (per 100,000) than many countries – at times dropping as low as Venezuela and China. To reach...
