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.
They Live is a hallmark of 80s action, and is a full on classic with strong characters and a provocative story to boot. (Image via: IMDB)
Read the review for Foster the People’s third album! (Image via: npr.org)
Read the second installment of The Media Court here! (Image via: Media Education Center)
Read about Selena’s “Amor Prohibido” and her impact on Latinx culture here! (Image via: amazon.com)
This column will take a look at various industry players currently operating within the shifting media landscape of our country and how these major corporations interface with major media platforms. Image via Media Education Centre.
Disney’s “Fantasia” is truly one of a kind, one of the best animated films ever made. (Image via IMDb)
Read about the mysterious Thunderbitch. (Photo via: thundabetch.com)
Read about ICE CREAM (Iowa City Expo for Comics and Real Eclectic Media), the raddest collection of art during Mission Creek, here! (Image via: publicspaceone.com)
There was a real party at Gabe’s on Saturday with Future Rock and the Tripp brothers putting on electric electronic acts that dazzled and gave the joint a bumping beat all night. (image via Mission Creek)
Rufus Wainwright was showstopping at the Englert for Mission Creek. Read about it here! (Image via: forfolkssake.com)
