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.
Rufus Wainwright was showstopping at the Englert for Mission Creek. Read about it here! (Image via: forfolkssake.com)
Marisa Anderson performed at the Trumpet Blossom Cafe with Sarah Louise and Liv Carrow for Mission Creek. Read about it here! (Image via: marisaandersonmusic.com)
Read about Antonio Sanchez’s performance at the Englert here!
Read about the fifth best-selling album of the 1950’s, “Merry Christmas!” by Johnny Mathis, here! (image via The Odyssey Online)
Read about the sixth best selling album of the 1950’s, “Gunfighter Ballads and Trail Songs” by Marty Robbins here!
Read about “Heavenly” by Johnny Mathis here! (Image via: ultratop.be)
Read about the eighth best selling album of the 1950’s, Nat King Cole’s “Love is the Thing” here. (Image via: youtube.com)
Read about Jen Kirkman’s stand-up at the Englert Theatre here. (Image via: jenkirkman.com)
Read about Night Stories. NE-HI, and White Lung’s performances for Witching Hour here! (Image of White Lung via: witchinghourfestival.com)
Read my comparison of Christian music from the 50’s and from the 80’s here! (Image via: Elaine Irvine)
