The Hawkeyes fell three points short in Ames, trapped in the same box they’ve always played in. Cautious routes and a passing game that refuses to breathe. Even glimpses of promise, like Gronowski’s 22-yard completion, couldn’t break them free from their rectangle of comfort.
The Hawkeyes came up just short in Ames, falling 16-13 to No. 16 Iowa State in a rivalry game that slipped away in the final minutes. Despite a strong defensive showing and improved play from QB Mark Gronowski, Iowa’s offense couldn’t find enough answers as the Cyclones snapped the Hawkeyes’ six-game win streak at Jack Trice Stadium.
The Englert Theatre will host the inaugural Iowa City Songwriters Festival, headlined by Jeff Tweedy and Joy Oladokun, this weekend from September 4-6. Sprawling across many of Iowa City’s favorite venues, this town wide event is bound to be memorable.
Iowa opened the 2025 season with a 34-7 win over UAlbany, leaning on a dominant run game and stout defense after early passing struggles. Transfer QB Mark Gronowski made his debut, while Kirk Ferentz tied Woody Hayes for the most wins in Big Ten history.
From August 1-3, Hinterland Festival returned to the fields of St Charles, Iowa, as a resounding success. After a sweltering-hot 2024, Hinterland rebounded and restored fanbase trust for many years to come.
At just 15 years old, Grayson Chapeau has spent nearly his entire life in a fight he never chose, against an inoperable brain tumor. But in the stands of a summer-league baseball team, he’s become something more: a symbol of joy, resilience, and a small town’s beating heart.
As part of the Mission Creek Festival, FilmScene showcased the experimental films Memphis, Dragonslayer, and Who Is Bozo Texino? (Photo credit: icfilmscene.org)
KRUI Director Joe McGuire shares his own unique opinions, thoughts, and experiences on the third night of Mission Creek.
SQURL provides a live and exciting soundtrack to classic avant-garde filmmaker Man Ray at FilmScene. (Photo via New York Times)
Mission Creek: Burning Hands, Chris Forsyth and the Solar Motel Band, and White Mystery made for an excellent night of rock n’ roll at The Mill.
Chicago guitarist Ryley Walker supported the New Jersey indie rockers at Thursday’s Mission Creek show. (Photo by Alec Gluesing)
Joshua Tillman and King Tuff closed out Mission Creek on Sunday night with a rousing American rock show.
KRUI Director Joe McGuire shares his own unique opinions, thoughts, and experiences on the second night of Mission Creek.
Freddie Gibbs was joined by local acts Maxilla Blue and AWTHNTKTS for this MIssion Creek show.
The Australian composer unleashed his latest album’s sensory assault upon Gabe’s Tuesday night, backed by Brendan Hanks and Ancient Ocean. (Image via: Brooklyn Vegan)
KRUI Director Joe McGuire shares his own unique opinions, thoughts, and experiences on the first night of Mission Creek.
