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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

Photos by Dick Taffe. Designed by Kate Dolittle

‘Sadly, I feel that we’re all now just ghosts’: 1969 men’s gymnastics Hawkeyes stand alone as national champions

Isaac Goffin, Assistant Sports Editor April 27, 2021

A display at the University of Iowa’s Athletics Hall of Fame includes a trophy in the national championship teams’ section that carries a special significance. A gymnast appears at the bottom...

Five Hawkeyes will be drafted

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor April 27, 2021

With the NFL Draft slated to begin just one day from now, the professional dreams of some former Iowa football players will be realized, while others’ futures will remain uncertain. Among the Hawkeyes...

Six Hawkeyes will be drafted

Robert Read, Pregame Editor April 27, 2021

I suppose this is where constantly reading NFL mock drafts comes in handy for me. During the first round of last season’s draft, I had a story prepared in case offensive tackle Tristan Wirfs was drafted...

The Haunted Bookshop in Iowa City is seen on Monday, Nov. 30, 2020.

Opinion | Why scavenging is the ultimate way to finding books during COVID-19

Moriana Delgado, Opinions Contributor April 27, 2021

There is a bonding relationship between the physical copy of a book and its unexpected in-person find that the internet cannot replicate. With many local bookstores closed for in-person browsing, and...

Mar 20, 2021; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes guard Jordan Bohannon (3) brings the ball up court against the Grand Canyon Antelopes during the first round of the 2021 NCAA Tournament at Indiana Farmers Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-USA TODAY Sports

Iowa men’s basketball player Jordan Bohannon explains decision to come back for sixth season

Chloe Peterson, Sports Reporter April 27, 2021

When sophomore guard CJ Frederick entered the transfer portal on April 19, point guard Jordan Bohannon saw an opportunity to return to the University of Iowa for his sixth season in the Black and Gold. In...

Northwestern's Ethan O'Donnell tries to catch a ball during a baseball game in Iowa City between Iowa and Northwestern. The Hawks beat the Wildcats 9-8.

Photos: Iowa baseball v. Northwestern

Kate Heston, Photojournalist April 26, 2021

The Ped Mall is seen on Saturday, April 4, 2020. Downtown was quiet during the first weekend after spring break as classes have been moved online and the bars closed due to coronavirus.

As vaccinations continue, Iowa City leaders consider various ways to boost local economic activity

Marco Oceguera, News Reporter April 26, 2021

As the economy continues to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, local leaders are creatively envisioning the revival of Iowa City’s downtown district. After releasing a comprehensive COVID-19...

The indoor pool at Mercer Park Aquatic Center on Monday, April 12, 2021. The center is located at 2701 Bradford Dr.

Johnson County pools prepare for second COVID-19 summer, struggle to find staff

Eleanor Hildebrandt, News Reporter April 26, 2021

As Johnson County pools prepare to open their doors for the second summer of COVID-19, lead staffers are struggling to find lifeguards. City of Coralville Aquatics Supervisor Faron VanNostrand said...

Iowa baseball player Ben Norman hits the ball during a baseball game in Iowa City against Northwestern on April 26. The Hawks beat the Wildcats, 9-8.

Iowa baseball’s bats come alive in 12-9 win over Northwestern

Chloe Peterson, Sports Reporter April 26, 2021

Thanks, in part, to 14 mph winds, 18-11 Iowa baseball and 12-16 Northwestern hit a combined seven home runs at Duane Banks Field in Iowa City Monday. While the Wildcats did notch five of the seven...

The full moon begins to set behind the power plant  on Monday April 26, 2021.

Feature photo: Full moon

Jeff Sigmund, Photojournalist April 26, 2021