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.
Season five of Archer packs a cocaine-coated punch for fans expecting basic, easy-to-follow plots.
Season 1 of Adam Reed’s animated series introduces Archer as a jerk that we can root for. It also introduces a plethora of tired, offensive humor.
How far are you willing to go for a couple laughs?
Director John Suits delivers an exciting – albeit slightly confusing – film that explores mental illness and the nature of reality.
I’d rather not.
Deftones delivers classic alternative rock with a modern kick in their eighth album, Gore.
High HIghs’ Jack Milas and Oli Chang don’t disappoint in their second album, Cascades.
“There’s nothing hornier than a demon in Hell.”
A touching story about a man and his pudding. Sort of. It’s a metaphor.
If you thought dinner was good, just wait ’till dessert.
St. Lucia’s second album Matter is a blast from the past with more synthesizer than an 80’s themed prom – and just as questionable.
