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.
Jenny Lewis speaks bluntly on gender roles in this week’s Track of the Week, “Just One of The Guys.”
Check out KRUI’s track of the week, “America Religious” by Caroline Rose
Check out the Track of the Week “I’m Not Park of Me” by Cloud Nothings.
Check out the Track of the Week, “Divisionary (Do the Right Thing)” by Ages and Ages!
Check out this week’s Track of the Week, “Tame One” by Your Friend here!
Check out this week’s Track of the Week by indie singer-songwriter Basia Bulat.
Check out Mission Creek artist Cities Aviv, whose song is this week’s Tack of the Week, “Perpetuate The Real”.
Check out semi-local band, Twins single, “Babe City”.
Check out this mellow Track of the Week here.
Learn about British Indie Rocker Jake Bugg, and his track “Messed Up Kids” in our Track of the Week.
