The Time is ‘Nowski: Hawks Fight Their Way Out Of Piscataway, 38-28

September 19, 2025

Iowa unveiled a far more dynamic offense at Rutgers, mixing creativity with big-play confidence behind Mark Gronowski’s command. The result was a 38-28 road win that felt like a turning point for the Hawkeyes’ attack.

Jefferson Starship landing at the Englert, September 21

September 18, 2025

By Carson Chittick

This weekend, the one and only Jefferson Starship will be taking off at the Englert Theatre! This legendary band has stood the test of time and continues to tour today, but how is it possible they’re still here after 50 years?

Infinite Dream Festival Preview

September 17, 2025

By Logan Melia

Hancher Auditorium will be hosting the 3rd annual Infinite Dream Festival this week from September 17 through September 20th. From the heart of the festival at Hancher, it branches all across Iowa City to The James Theater, The Old Capitol Museum, and many more locations. Here is your guide to the festival.

The Perfect Beginning to Iowa City Songwriters Festival: Aaron Longoria, Sophie Mitchell, and Penny Peach

September 16, 2025

By Pauly

The Englert Theatre’s inaugural Iowa City Songwriters Festival began September 4th with a beautiful intimate set at The Black Angel, featuring local artists Aaron Longoria (of Early Girl), Sophie Mitchell, and Penny Peach.

Riot Fest 2025 Preview

September 15, 2025

By Logan Melia

Douglass Park will once again be hosting Riot Fest from September 19-21. The largest independent festival in the US, Riot Fest has been a haven for diverse music, great food, and a unique community that can only be cultivated by lineups including anyone from The Beach Boys to “Weird Al” Yankovic.

Alone at the Top

September 15, 2025

By Ryan Paris

As the final seconds drained away at Kinnick Stadium, Kirk Ferentz was doused in orange Gatorade and handed his place in history. With win No. 206, Ferentz passed Woody Hayes to become the winningest coach in Big Ten history, his understated Midwestern legacy built less on titles than on the thousands of players who call him their coach.

Mission Creek: Preoccupations, Jay Som, and Anthony Worden @ The Mill 4/4/17

April 5, 2017

By Jen Moulton

If you’re reading this, then that means that the 2017 Mission Greek Festival is officially underway! Tuesday marked the first day of this 5 day festival and it started off great with some cool bands at The Mill (Photo via bandcamp.com).

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A Letter to Marshawn Lynch

February 20, 2015

By Grayson Schmidt

Grayson Schmidt sends a letter to Seattle Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch that comes straight from the heart (Photo: AP Photo/Kevin P. Casey).

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How the Kansas City Royals Sparked Baseball

October 2, 2014

By Steven Elonich

Kansas City treated fans to a 9-8 win in the 12th inning in the team’s first playoff appearance since 1985 (Photo: Jill Toyoshiba/Kansas City Star)

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Des Moines’ plan to solve its budget crisis: gentrification

Des Moines is facing the culmination of multiple long-standing budgetary crises resulting in its present $17 million annual deficit. Without room in the general fund, transportation is facing cuts, utility rates have been hiked, and agencies reorganized…

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