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Aug 7, 2026
Post-election audit of Lone Tree Community School District special election confirms accuracy of election results

The Johnson County Auditor’s Office completed its post-election audit for the August 2, 2026 Lone Tree Community School District special election, confirming the accuracy of the election night results.

As part of Iowa’s commitment to election transparency and accuracy,...

In: Auditor
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Aug 7, 2026
Morse Road NE closed to traffic from August 10 through August 13

Weather permitting, Morse Road NE at the intersection of Highway 1 will be closed to traffic beginning Monday, Aug. 10, 2026.

A marked detour will direct traffic from Highway 1 to 210th Street, to Turner Avenue, back to Morse Road. The closure will last a maximum of...

In: Secondary Roads
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Aug 7, 2026
Johnson County to host public informational sessions on proposed sheriff’s office and jail

Johnson County will host three public informational sessions about the proposed new sheriff's office and jail. The sessions will provide an overview of the proposal, explain the need for a new facility, and answer questions from the public. 

The informational...

In: Sheriff
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Aug 6, 2026
Johnson County approves bond referendum for November 3 election

During its formal meeting on Thursday, Aug. 6, 2026, the Board of Supervisors approved placing a $94.5 million general obligation bond referendum on the ballot for the Nov. 3, 2026, election.

If approved by voters, the bond would fund the acquisition of land and the...

In: Board of Supervisors
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Jul 29, 2026
Morse Road NE paving project starting July 30

Weather permitting, construction on the Morse Road improvement project between Highway 1 and Wapsi Avenue is expected to begin Thursday, July 30, 2026. Construction activities will also take place on Turner Avenue.

Morse Road will generally remain open to traffic during...

In: Secondary Roads
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Jul 21, 2026
Johnson County Empowerment/Early Childhood Iowa Area Board seeks members

The Johnson County Empowerment/Early Childhood Iowa Area Board is seeking new members to serve three-year terms beginning October 2026. Board participation is an opportunity for community members to contribute to decisions on how Early Childhood Iowa funds are used to support...

In: Empowerment-Early Childhood
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Jul 14, 2026
Johnson County Sheriff's Office Press Release 7.14.26

For Immediate Release

 

Johnson County Sheriff’s Office Investigates Death in Lone Tree

 

July 14, 2026 (JOHNSON COUNTY, IA) On July 13, 2026, at 7:59 p.m., the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office responded to a welfare...

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Jul 14, 2026
Johnson County Historic Poor Farm Open House to showcase new commercial kitchen on August 8

Discover history, local food and tour the new commercial kitchen at the Historic Poor Farm Open House from 3 to 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026, at the Johnson County Historic Poor Farm (HPF), 4811 Melrose Avenue, Iowa City. The event is free and open to all ages.

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Jul 10, 2026
Johnson County Attorney's Office Press Release 7.10.26

For Immediate Release

 

Illinois Man Sentenced to 75 Years for Sexual Abuse of 3 Child Victims

July 10, 2026 (JOHNSON COUNTY, IA) – Today Jimmy Woah Raye, Sr., age 63, of North Aurora, Illinois, was...

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Jul 9, 2026
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...

In: Board of Supervisors
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Jul 8, 2026
Johnson County Attorney's Office Press Release 7.8.26

For Immediate Release

 

Iowa City Man Sentenced to 20 Years for Willful Injury of Five People with His Vehicle While Intoxicated

July 8, 2026 (JOHNSON COUNTY, IA) – On July 3, 2026, Roman Aguilar...

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Jul 2, 2026
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...

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