The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

Field hockey frosh holding more than her own

JORDAN GARRETSON September 11, 2009

Not quite a month ago, the Iowa field-hockey coaching staff was unsure where to play freshman Sarah Drake. Now, she’s Big Ten Freshman of the Week. After scoring her first three career goals in two...

Volleyball aims for perfection against in-state rivals

EVELYN LAU September 11, 2009

The Hawkeyes couldn’t have imagined a better scenario to be in. Starting its season 6-0 for the first time since 1988, the Iowa volleyball team will try to make history by winning the first seven matches...

Jack Trice not friendly to Ferentz

RYAN YOUNG September 11, 2009

Kirk Ferentz isn’t a big fan of Jack Trice Stadium — and rightfully so. The Iowa head coach might not have nightmares of coaching there. But since the Bill Belichick disciple took over the program...

UISG to use video streaming

DI STAFF September 11, 2009

The UI Student Government legislative meetings will now be available for people to view online via video streaming. The purpose of the legislative video posts are to allow constituents to see what UISG...

Two more charged in Aug. 5 shooting

DI STAFF September 11, 2009

Two more Cedar Rapids juveniles were arrested in connection with an Aug. 5 shooting in southeastern Iowa City, according to Iowa City police. Antonio Johnson, 16, and Antesio Sykes, 17, were charged with...

Man arrested for smashing car

DI STAFF September 11, 2009

A Hills man was arrested after allegedly repeatedly smashing into a person’s car Wednesday evening, according to Iowa City police. Robert Connolly, 49, was charged with first-degree criminal mischief,...

UI vs. ISU: Enrollment numbers

MOLLY BURKE September 11, 2009

Though the UI’s overall enrollment has dropped for the third-consecutive year, officials say they are willing to sacrifice a larger student population in order to retain high quality education. Enrollment...

Spotlight Iowa City: Hawkeye super-fan

DEE FABBRICATORE September 11, 2009

Russell Martinez said his biggest regret is never buying season tickets to the Iowa basketball games his freshman year. Officials announced Martinez, a UI junior majoring in informatics, as the Student...

Annual Energy Expo celebrates green living

ALINA RUBEZHOVA September 11, 2009

Saving the environment and money at the same time is becoming an important part in today’s growing green culture, particularly in Iowa and at the UI. The Iowa Renewable Energy Association holds an Energy...

Further delays on new jail

SCOTT RAYNOR September 11, 2009

The Johnson County Board of Supervisors now face even more obstacles in deciding on a new jail or justice center. At their Thursday meeting, supervisors pushed back the date to decide whether to pursue...

Iowa City, Ames mayors bet on Saturday’s game

NICK PEDLEY September 11, 2009

As the big Iowa-Iowa State game approaches, thousands of Iowans are indulging in the intrastate rivalry for bragging rights. And this year, the city’s mayors are getting into the competition. Iowa City...

IC Council considers curfew ordinance

NICOLE KARLIS September 11, 2009

The Iowa City City Council will hold the first public hearing on a curfew and loitering ordinance on Sept. 15. The decision came after a two-hour discussion at a special work session on the issue. The...

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