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Lost rabbits near Chauncey Swan Park, Iowa City

Last night around 8:15 p.m., I was walking through the Chauncey Swan Park area by the Iowa River in Iowa City when my two rabbits slipped their carrier and bolted, and I realized I had lost them. I’ve got a white one with brown ears and a grey one named Sable; they were curious and skittish and wouldn’t let me catch them. I searched the park, the nearby library plaza, and along the bike path, but they disappeared into a hedge and a culvert. They matter a lot to me—these little furballs brighten my days during finals, and I’m desperate to get them back safe.

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Near Chauncey Swan Park, by the Ped Mall. 8 days ago
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Lost tank accessories

Hi, I’m Alex Kim. I lost a small bag of tank accessories for my RC tank—tiny screws, gears, and a black spacer kit. I was at College Street near the Old Capitol on Friday around 6:20 PM, after picking up coffee and heading back to the car. I spent some time searching the sidewalks and the nearby bookstore, but I couldn’t find the bag. If anyone picked it up, please know it wasn’t just parts to me; it was a hobby I share with my son, and I’d be grateful to get them back.

College Street near the Old Capitol, downtown Iowa City 12 days ago
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FOUND Equipment for Various Sports near Pentacrest

Yesterday around 6:30 p.m., I found a bundle of equipment for various sports outside the Old Capitol on Clinton Street in Iowa City. The items include a gym bag with basketballs, two tennis rackets, a pair of cleats, and a bright yoga mat, all tucked inside a dusty backpack. I left the stuff where it would stay dry by the Clinton Street entrance and kept an eye on it until I could post this. I hope the owner realizes someone found their gear and will come looking for it soon.

near the Old Capitol building on Clinton Street 15 days ago
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Lost devices in Iowa City

Tuesday around 3:20 PM I was at the Pedestrian Mall by the Old Capitol, flipping through notes in the shade when my devices slipped out of my tote. I’m missing a black laptop and a small tablet, both with battered cases. I remember sitting on a bench by the Pentacrest, the Old Capitol rising in the distance, and then rushing to catch a bus. My heart sank when I realized they weren’t in my bag. If someone turned them in, I’d be incredibly grateful to have them back.

Near the Pentacrest, by the Old Capitol 23 days ago
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Lost microwaves near Old Capitol

Hi, I’m Priya Patel. I lost a couple of microwaves today around 3:15 p.m. on the Pedestrian Mall by the Old Capitol building in Iowa City. I’d set them down on a chair by College Street while I grabbed a quick coffee, and a few minutes later a burst of student traffic moved through and they disappeared. Moves are tight as I’m moving into a new apartment this week, so I’m hoping someone found them and kept them safe. The box contained two compact units; one is white with a chipped corner and the other is stainless steel.

Near the Old Capitol, College Street Ped Mall. 26 days ago
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Lost GPS device near downtown Iowa City

I lost my GPS device last Friday around 7:45 p.m. after I grabbed a coffee at Java House near the Main Library. I retraced my steps along the Pentacrest and back toward the pedestrian bridge by the Iowa River, but I can't shake the feeling that it slipped from my shoulder bag somewhere along the path. It's a small black device in a blue neoprene sleeve with a red carabiner clip. I rely on it almost daily for getting to campus meetings and campus events, and losing it has me anxious about getting to where I need to be. If someone happened to pick it up and keep it safe, I’m hoping it finds its way back.

Near the Main Library on the Pentacrest about 1 month ago

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