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π± Have you seen the seven dazzling Christmas trees at Atrium Village?
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In today's newsletter:
- Have you seen the seven dazzling Christmas trees at Atrium Village?
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- Tuesday: Freezing fog in the morning, with a high of 37 and low of 27 degrees.
- Wednesday: Freezing fog in the morning, temps: high: 36, low: 33.
- Thursday: A.M. rain, then colder; windy, with a high of 42 and low of 7 degrees. βοΈ Brr!
π° News we're reading
β’ Christmas trees bring sparkle and joy to Atrium Village (thenews-ia.com) β Festive Christmas trees are transforming Atrium Village in Hills, where resident Karen Lenth has decorated seven themed trees to brighten the halls for her 96-year-old father and neighbors. From nature-inspired owls to elegant black-and-gold designs, her imaginative touches offer residents and visiting families a cheerful, photo-worthy backdrop throughout the holiday season.
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πΈ Around Hills
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π Upcoming Events in Hills
- Basketball: B/V
Wapello High School
7:30 pm - Basketball: G/JH
Highland High School
4:30 pm - Basketball: G/V
Highland High School
6:00 pm - Basketball: B/V
Highland High School
7:30 pm
Tuesday December 16
Thursday December 18
Friday December 19
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π Events Nearby
- IDEA BOOST: Game Design
Iowa City Public Library , 123 S Linn St , Iowa City
6:30 pm - Kalona Sales Barn
Kalona Sales Barn Inc. , 121 9th St , Kalona
9:00 am - Boys Basketball: Pekin vs Hillcrest Academy (Varsity)
Hillcrest Academy , 1421 540th St SW , Kalona
5:00 pm - Coram Deo Academy Boys Varsity Basketball @ Pathway Christian
Pathway Christian School , 5764 Hwy 1 SW , Kalona
6:30 pm - Iowa Dance Festival
Space Place Theater , 20 Davenport St , Iowa City
4:30 pm - Christmas Day
University Heights, IA Calendar - Robert's Holiday Buffet
Riverside Casino & Golf Resort , 3184 IA-22 , Riverside
9:00 pm
Wednesday December 17
Thursday December 18
Friday December 19
Saturday December 20
Thursday December 25
Wednesday December 31
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π¬ Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- MCI, Inc. posted a job opening for Custodian | Full Time in Iowa City. Apply here.
- Hy-Vee posted a job opening for Meat Clerk in Iowa City. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Hills here.
π Nearby News
Iowa City
- Greater Iowa City outlines key goals for business growth and livability (kwwl.com)
- Iowa City to begin snow removal at 2 a.m. Tuesday; towing enforced in tow-away zones (cbs2iowa.com)
- Johnson County to review proposed district map amid new law affecting supervisor elections (cbs2iowa.com)
Coralville
- Coralville rabbi looks to infuse joy into congregation (thegazette.com)
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