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.
Fan favorite Margaret Glaspy performs at The Englert as part of the Mission Creek Festival. Featured image: npr.org
Read about Wye Oak’s performance at the Englert for Mission Creek here. (image via buzzbands.la)
Read about Collidescope’s performance at the Yacht Club here. (image via @collid_e_scope on Twitter)
Andrea Lawlor and Deb Olin Unferth stopped by Prarie Lights for this year’s Mission Creek Festival (Image via Prarie Lights)!
Wye Oak brings their uniquely inventive brand of indie rock to the Englert this Friday in one of Mission Creek’s can’t-miss performances. (image via bkmag.com)
Don’t miss the methodical Squirrel Flower performing at Gabe’s on April 7th. (Image via Last.fm)
Illinois indie music duo Sister Wife comes to Iowa City’s Mission Creek festival at the Englert theater on April 6. Image via: missioncreekfestival.com
This Mood Ring honors exclusively female-centric artists and bands that can’t help but make you feel bada** (Image via Nick’s Picks).
Built to Spill continue to epitomize the ambitious underdog spirit of late ‘90s indie rock almost 20 years later. (photo via wnymedia.net)
Promo for Mission Creek Festival, Cakes Da Killa performing at Gabe’s on April 5th. (Image via HighClouds)
