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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

Stephanie Michelle poses for a picture at The Psychic Shop in Iowa City on Friday, Oct. 18, 2024. Michelle specializes in tarot readings and psychic readings, noting that October is a busy month for her business.

Local spiritual community emphasizes the value of self-discovery

Isabelle Lubguban and Kyrsten White October 22, 2024

As the days of October ebb away, Iowa City’s spiritual community continues to flourish amid bustling Halloween preparations. Sound therapy bowls sing and psychic orbs roll into use as ethereal entertainers...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz yells instructions to players on the sideline during the Iowa/Iowa State game for the Cy-Hawk trophy in Jack Trice Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones, 44-41, in overtime.(Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

‘Captain Kirk’ stays steady during his 26th year

Marandah Mangra-Dutcher, Managing Print Editor October 22, 2024

Shouts and screams reverberate along Melrose as hundreds of people dash to the gates after hours of tailgating, hoping to make it inside before kickoff. In bars, restaurants, and homes across Iowa,...

Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara walks off the field after fumbling the ball during a football game between No. 3 Ohio State and Iowa at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2024. Cade McNamara passed for 98 yards and had 14 completions. The Buckeyes defeated the Hawkeyes 35-7.

Iowa football notebook | Kirk Ferentz explains choice for McNamara as starter, addresses tackling woes

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 22, 2024

Sometimes rules are made to be broken. The Iowa football team adheres to the 24-hour mandate, wherein the emotions from wins and losses don’t carry over into preparation for the upcoming opponent....

Local Democrats watch a debate between Christina Bohannan and U.S. Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks at Sanctuary Pub in Iowa City on Monday, Oct. 21, 2024. The watch party drew a packed crowd as eager voters listened to candidates for Iowa's 1st congressional District.

Bohannan, Miller-Meeks square off in testy debate on abortion, immigration

Roxy Ekberg and Liam Halawith October 22, 2024

In an almost hour-long debate, U.S. Republican Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks and Iowa City Democrat Christina Bohannan squared off in a testy exchange over abortion and immigration during an Iowa PBS...

A Centennial Park sign is seen at Centennial Park in North Liberty, Iowa, on Monday, Oct. 21, 2024. A fundraiser was held at the park in an effort to reach its fundraising goal of $3.5 million for renovations.

Nightmare on Ale Street raises money for North Liberty Centennial Park

Brianna Brands, News Reporter October 21, 2024

On one spooky afternoon, the city of North Liberty made progress toward its fundraising goal of $3.5 million as it continues to host community fundraisers for the progress of Centennial Park. To achieve...

Iowa players celebrate a goal by Iowa forward Delaney Holtey during a soccer game between No. 14 Iowa and Oregon at the University of Iowa Soccer Complex on Sunday, Oct. 20, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Ducks 4-0.

Iowa women’s soccer notebook | No. 14 Hawkeyes stun unranked Oregon 4-0 in an offensive clinic

Trey Benson, Sports Reporter October 21, 2024

In an offensive clinic, the Iowa women’s soccer team stunned the Oregon Ducks by a score of 4-0 early Sunday afternoon in front of a lively crowd at the UI Soccer Complex in Iowa City.  With the...

The Iowa men’s golf team playing in the Hawkeye Invitational at Finkbine Golf Course on April, 14, 2024. The Hawkeyes finished in sixth place out of 16 teams. (Emma Gutzman/The Daily Iowan).

Iowa men’s golf notebook | Hawkeyes conclude fall slate with an 11th place finish at Fallen Oak Collegiate Invitational

Zoe Smith, News Reporter October 21, 2024

Following an eighth-place finish at the Fighting Irish Invitational on Oct. 6-7, the Iowa men’s golf team traveled to Mississippi for their final tournament of the fall season, competing in the 13-team...

Two attendees tango during a social dance class at the Iowa City Senior Center on Friday, Oct. 18, 2024. The tango class was led by Irina Latkova from the Madison Tango Society and Abolins.

Iowa City has what it takes to tango

Grace Olson, News Editor October 20, 2024

Slowly dragging their feet across the activity room floor, Iowa City residents from all walks of life came together to dance the tango. “Get used to touching each other,” tango class instructor...

Iowa offensive lineman Tyler Elsbury reacts after a missed field goal by Iowa during a game between the Iowa and Michigan State at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing, Mich., on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024.

Grading Iowa football’s performance against Michigan State

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor October 20, 2024

EAST LANSING, MI -  Iowa fell to Michigan State, 32-20, Saturday night at Spartan Stadium, marking the Hawkeyes' second Big Ten loss of the season and deflating turnaround from last week's dominant win...

An Iowa player tackles Michigan State Wide Receiver Montorie Foster Jr. during a game between the Iowa and Michigan State at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing, Mich., on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024. The Spartans defeated the Hawkeyes, 32-20.

Column | In a road test against Michigan State, Iowa football forgot its No. 2 pencil

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 20, 2024

EAST LANSING, MI – A shrug. A simple gesture that still says a lot. Look no further than Michael Jordan or Cailin Clark. On Saturday night in Iowa football’s 32-20 loss to Michigan State, the honor...

The Hawkeyes run off of the field after a game between Iowa and Michigan State at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing, Mich., on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024. The Spartans defeated the Hawkeyes, 32-20.

X, formerly known as Twitter, reacts to Iowa football’s defeat against Michigan State

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor October 20, 2024

EAST LANSING, MI- The Iowa football team suffered a dismal 32-20 loss to Michigan State on Saturday. The Hawkeyes were plagued by numerous inconsistencies on both sides of the ball, including a lackluster...

Iowa linebacker Karson Sharar tackles Michigan State Running Back Nate Carter during a game between the Iowa and Michigan State at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing, Mich., on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024.

Iowa football falls to Michigan State, 32-20, after momentum-swinging second half

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 19, 2024

EAST LANSING, MI – For a brief glimmer, the Iowa football team had hope. It’s past early-season triumphs appeared back once again. Star running back Kaleb Johnson took a handoff on the first play...