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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

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Noah Kent’s journey from the ice rink to the Masters

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter September 17, 2024

It wasn’t too long ago when a 14-year-old Noah Kent gave up hockey to focus on golf. Now 19 years old, the Iowa golfer earned an exemption to the 2025 Masters and U.S. Open. The 6-foot-4 second-year...

Bartertown Toys and Collectibles displays shelves of vintage movies, action figures, merchandise, and more in Iowa City on Sept 10, 2024. Iowa City has embraced the retro aesthetic in multiple stores selling nostalgic merchandise, fashion, and music from before the 21st century.

Local businesses lean into Gen Z’s love of nostalgia

Emma Isenhart and Flynn Milligan September 17, 2024

With AI technology running rampant and people increasingly glued to their phones, Gen Z is becoming nostalgic for the past. Polaroid cameras, vinyl records, and used clothing have been flying off...

Iowa tight end Luke Lachey gets hit by Minnesota defensive back Tyler Nubin after a reception during a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022. Lachey caught five passes for 77 yards and received more targets later in the game after starting tight end Sam LaPorta exited with injury. The Hawkeyes defeated the Gophers, 13-10.

Iowa football notebook | Hawkeyes reflect on the invalid fair catch, discuss offensive improvement and defensive breakdowns

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 17, 2024

Even though the original Floyd of Rosedale trophy is six feet under, the rivalry between the Iowa and Minnesota football teams is more alive than ever.  The two squads have faced off on a near-annual...

An opening sign welcomes guests into Field to Family’s office and warehouse in Iowa City, Iowa on Friday Sept. 13, 2024. Field to Family is a non-profit organization that increases access to local healthy food.

Field to Family encourages community members to eat and shop local

Brianna Brands, News Reporter September 16, 2024

To increase access to education around local food, a nonprofit organization has launched a pilot program bringing a wide variety of produce downtown every Thursday afternoon. Field to Family is an Iowa...

Joshua and Emily Culbreath of Snack Break Movement Arts perform “HAUL” during the Prompt for the Planet event at Englert Theatre on Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024. The piece represented a view on fast fashion and specifically critiqued clothing retailer SHEIN.

Prompt for the Planet emphasizes sustainability at the Englert Theatre

Charlotte Ericson, Arts Reporter September 15, 2024

In 2018, Shannon Nolan, a University of Iowa student, and her professor David Gould created a mission that asked the next generation to lend their voices to the earth. Gould asked Inaugural Poet Amanda...

Iowa forward Delaney Holtey congratulates forward Berit Parten after her goal during a soccer match between the University of Iowa and Baylor University at the Iowa Soccer Complex  in Iowa City on Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Bears 3-0.

Iowa women’s soccer notebook | The No. 17 Hawkeyes stun in-state rival Iowa State in 3-0 shutout win

Trey Benson, Sports Reporter September 15, 2024

After defeating Big Ten rival Nebraska on Sept 12, the Iowa women’s soccer team continued its week of rivalry games with a road contest against in-state rival Iowa State on Sunday. The Hawkeyes prevailed,...

Iowa defensive lineman Max Llewellyn and Troy quarterback Tucker Kilcrease reach for a loose ball during a football game between Iowa and Troy at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 38-21. Llewellyn tackled once throughout the game.

Iowa defensive line makes big statement in win over Troy

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor September 14, 2024

For years, the Iowa football program has been known for producing one of the best defenses in the country under coordinator Phil Parker.  Iowa’s defenses have ranked top-10 in the nation in points...

Iowa quarterback Brendan Sullivan lines up to take a snap during a football game between Iowa and Troy on Sept. 14 at Kinnick Stadium. The Hawkeyes topped the Trojans, 38-21.

‘Can’t beat that:’ Iowa quarterback Brendan Sullivan’s red-zone performance gives Hawkeyes edge in distraction and versatility

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 14, 2024

Leading up to Iowa football’s game against Troy, Hawkeye head coach Kirk Ferentz kept his priorities clear. The goal wasn’t to score a certain amount of points or total a specific yardage number,...

Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara prepares to take a snap during a football game between Iowa and Troy on Sept. 14 at Kinnick Stadium. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 38-21.

Iowa football escapes Troy in nail-biting 38-21 win

Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor September 14, 2024

The Iowa football team escaped the Troy Trojans in a nail-biting 38-21 win inside Kinnick Stadium on Saturday. After a blow-up 20-19 loss to rival Iowa State last weekend, the Hawkeyes looked much...

Iowa defensive players embrace Iowa linebacker Jay Higgins after his interception during a Cy-Hawk football game between No. 21 Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. The Hawkeyes lead the Cyclones, 13-0, after the first half. (Cody Blissett/The Daily Iowan)

Live updates | Iowa football takes on Troy in Week 3

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor September 14, 2024

IOWA CITY - Following a disappointing loss to in-state rival Iowa State last weekend, the Iowa football team looks to rebound at home against Troy in Saturday afternoon contest inside Kinnick Stadium....

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Project: Hello from the Other Side offers opportunity for child cancer patients to watch Iowa football from the stands

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 13, 2024

Iowa football will have plenty of new faces in the stands when it takes on Troy at Kinnick Stadium on Sept. 14.  Amid the sold-out crowd decked in gold will be more than 75 childhood cancer patients...

Mya Gilchrist poses for a portrait with her family on Aug. 10, 2024.

Kid Captain Mya Gilchrist cheers on Iowa after 18 years of UIHC treatments for a brainstem tumor

Kate Perez, Senior Reporter September 12, 2024

For 18-year-old Mya Gilchrist, the title of Kid Captain has been a long time coming. Mya, who hails from Center Point, Iowa, has applied to be a Kid Captain multiple times over the last decade,...