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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

Billy Strings approaches the edge of the stage during the first day of the Hinterland music festival in Saint Charles, Iowa on Thursday, Aug. 5, 2022.

Photos: Hinterland music festival – Day One

Gabby Drees, Photo Editor August 5, 2022

Hinterland, a music festival in Saint Charles, Iowa, opened its gates on Thursday to thousands of attendees with live music and vendors. Attendees heard music from notable artists such as Sierra Ferrell...

University of Iowa MFA candidate Ann Kreitman and creator of the podcast “I’m Writing to You Today” poses a portrait on the IMU Footbridge in Iowa City on Thursday, Aug. 4, 2022. The podcast takes listeners on a small journey through Iowa City, including on the footbridge, while detailing LGBTQ history.

UI MFA candidate Ann Kreitman expands the medium of theater

Jami Martin-Trainor, Arts Reporter August 4, 2022

Soon after Ann Kreitman came out as a member of the LGBTQ+ community, she happened upon a book of queer love letters. For years, Kreitman said she felt like an outcast in her identity, never seeing...

The Nile Kinnick statue is seen outside of Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Monday, Aug. 1, 2022.

Nile Kinnick’s legacy explored in new documentary

Jerod Ringwald, Managing Editor August 2, 2022

An Iowa State alumnus and his team are breathing life back into Iowa Hawkeye great Nile Kinnick through a 90-minute film, “Kinnick: The Documentary,” which will be released on Vimeo Aug. 24. Producer...

The Iowa City Public Library is seen on Sunday, March 20, 2022.

Teens learn about their right to intellectual freedom at Iowa City Public Library

Vaishnavi Kolluru, Arts Reporter August 1, 2022

Even during her college years, Victoria Fernandez had been an advocate for human rights, majoring in international relations with a specialty in social justice, eventually going on to work for the Red...

Alyx Rush performs at the Bravo Stage during the final day of the 80/35 music festival in downtown Des Moines on Saturday, July 9, 2022.

Iowa City musician Alyx Rush provides peek into career as pop artist

Jami Martin-Trainor, Arts Reporter July 31, 2022

Alyx Rush’s love for music started with his mom. As a young child sitting through church services, Rush found himself involved in the church band that his mom led, singing and playing the guitar. What...

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Beyonce’s new album ‘Renaissance’ celebrates life

Ariana Lessard, Arts Reporter July 31, 2022

Beyonce released her newest album, Renaissance, last Friday, July 29, making it her seventh solo album. Renaissance includes features from Drake, Jay-Z, Skrillex, The-Dream, Honey Dijon, Labrinth,...

The Big Grove Brewery & Taproom in Iowa City is seen on Thursday, Sept. 23, 2021.

Big Grove to host benefit concert with CommUnity Crisis Services and Food Bank

Jami Martin-Trainor, Arts Reporter July 28, 2022

The Big Grove Summer Jam Concert Series provides an opportunity for people to enjoy summer staples — spending time outside, eating good food, and listening to live music. In collaboration with...

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Davenport museum adds UI alum’s work to permanent collection

Ariana Lessard, Arts Editor July 28, 2022

The Figge Art Museum Acquisition voted unanimously to add two photos from Aaron Lurth’s latest series, “My Paper Tiger: Carl,” to their permanent collection in Davenport, Iowa. Lurth is a...

Contributed photo of Corinne Stanley,  an Iowan writer and educator, who held a reading of her latest work, “La Tercera Luz: A Poetic Journey Through Spain,” on July 21 at MERGE, IC.

UI alum and language facilitator publishes novel on voyage to Spain

Vaishnavi Kolluru, Arts Reporter July 26, 2022

Corinne Stanley, an Iowan writer and educator, held a reading of her latest work,  “La Tercera Luz: A Poetic Journey Through Spain,” on July 21 at MERGE, IC. The room was decorated with bright...

Beach Bunny's Lili Trifilio sings at the Englert Theatre as part of the Mission Creek Festival in Iowa City on Friday, April 8, 2022.

Mission Creek headliner Beach Bunny releases new album, ‘Emotional Creature’

Ariana Lessard, Arts Reporter July 24, 2022

Beach Bunny brought one of their staple pop-punk concerts to Iowa City on April 8 with Mission Creek Festival. On July 22, the band released “Emotional Creature,” the same album they teased during...

Lizzo tops the USA TODAY Network year-end music survey with her "Cuz I Love You" album. Lizzo Cuz I Love You

Lizzo discusses her sexuality in newest album, ‘Special’

Ariana Lessard, Arts Reporter July 17, 2022

Long awaited by her fans, Lizzo’s coming-out album, “Special,” was released on July 15. Lizzo addresses her fans as “Lizzbians,” and has been an active supporter of the LGBTQ online for...

Hancher Auditorium is seen on Sunday, July 10, 2022.

Hancher announces lineup for landmark 50th anniversary season

Parker Jones, Arts Editor July 12, 2022

50 years ago, Hancher Auditorium was founded to bring state-of-the-art performances to the University of Iowa and its surrounding communities. In a press release sent out the morning of July 11, the...