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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

Everett eats his ice cream in the shade to escape the heat during the 2023 Iowa State Fair in Des Moines, Iowa, on Saturday, August 12, 2023.

Photos: 2023 Iowa State Fair – Day Three

Cody Blissett, Visual Editor August 12, 2023

Thousands of guests attended the 2023 Iowa State Fair, which featured live performances, food, rides, games, presidential candidates, and much more on Saturday. a The Iowa State Fair will continue until...

Iowa defensive back Brenden Deasfernandes signs a kids overalls during Kids’ Day at Kinnick in Iowa City on Saturday, August 12, 2023.

Photos: 2023 Kids’ Day at Kinnick

Carly Schrum and Tyler Downey August 12, 2023

On Saturday, August 12th, the University of Iowa hosted its annual Kids’ Day at Kinnick in Iowa City. The Hawkeyes showcased their new quarterback, Cade McNamara, as well as introduced fans to several...

Iowa offensive players interact during Iowa football media day in Iowa City on Friday, August 11, 2023.

Photos: 2023 Iowa football media day

Cody Blissett, Visual Editor August 11, 2023

Iowa football hosted its annual media day in Iowa City on Friday. Iowa Quarterback Cade McNamara shared the confidence he has in the team this year. “We have a lot of talent, and the thing that...

Florida Governor and 2024 presidential candiate Ron DeSantis speaks with an attendee during Ashley Hinson’s BBQ Bash at Hawkeye Downs in Cedar Rapids, Iowa on Sunday, August 6, 2023.

Photos: Ashley Hinson’s third annual Barbecue Bash

Carly Schrum, Photojournalist August 7, 2023

U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson held her third annual Barbecue Bash on Sunday, to a sold-out audience of around 800 attendees. The event was held at Hawkeye Downs in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Some guest speakers...

A group leaves Iowa City decked out in different biker jerseys. The bikers make their way to Davenport from Iowa City on July 29, 2023.

Photos: 50th Annual RAGBRAI in Johnson County

Isabella Tisdale, Photojournalist July 29, 2023

The Register’s Annual great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa, more commonly known as RAGBRAI, came through Coralville and Iowa City on July 28, 2023 to celebrate 50 years of the ride. Bikers stayed the night...

An empty podium is seen during the annual Lincoln Dinner at the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines, Iowa, on Friday, July 28, 2023.

Photos: Republican presidential candidates attend the 2023 Lincoln Dinner

Cody Blissett, Visual Editor July 29, 2023

Thirteen different 2024 Republican presidential candidates attended the annual Lincoln Dinner at the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines, Iowa, on Friday. All of the 13 candidates were allowed exactly 10...

Adele Miles decorates a plate during a Ragbrai event hosted by the University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital in Iowa City, on Wednesday, July 19, 2023.

Photos: UIHC hosts RAGBRAI event at Stead Family Children’s Hospital for patients

Cody Blissett, Visual Editor July 19, 2023

University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics child life specialists and the UI Health Care RAGBRAI team hosted a RAGBRAI event at the UI Stead Family Children’s Hospital in Iowa City on Wednesday. Roughly...

An experiment involving a test scale-model ship is shown during a IIHR — Hydroscience and Engineering Research Facility open house in Coralville, Iowa, on Friday, July 14, 2023.

Photos: IIHR — Hydroscience and Engineering Research Facility open house

Cody Blissett, Visual Editor July 14, 2023

IIHR — Hydroscience and Engineering Research Facility hosted an open house in Coralville, Iowa, on Friday. The facility showcased a test scale-model ship, geological records, soil samples, water flooding...

Fireworks explode over a carnival ride during the annual 4thFest in Coralville on Tuesday, July 4, 2023.

Photos: Coralville’s annual 4thFest

Coralville held its annual 4thFest on Tuesday. Thousands of attendees arrived to enjoy the parade, carnival, food, games, rides, and fireworks throughout the day. The festival began at 8:00 a.m. with...

Brian Driggs friends and family watch the City of Iowa City Firework Show during the 2023 Iowa City Jazz Festival in Iowa City on Saturday, July 1, 2023.

Photos: 2023 Iowa City Jazz Festival

The second day of the 2023 Iowa City Jazz Festival took place downtown featuring tents with food, artists, and other vendors. The festival began Friday evening with various artists performing on two different...

William Pretorius plays in the sand during the 6th annual Downtown Iowa City Block Party on Saturday, June 24, 2023.

Photos: 2023 Iowa City Downtown Block Party

Cody Blissett, Visual Editor June 25, 2023

The 6th annual Downtown Block Party occurred in Iowa City on Saturday from 4:00 to 11:00 p.m. The event included a variety of free music, food, and entertainment. Several roads were closed for the party...

A University of Iowa healthcare member walks the parade route during the 2023 Pride Parade & Festival in downtown Iowa City on Saturday, June 17, 2023.

Photos: Iowa City Celebrates 52nd Pride Festival

Cody Blissett, Visual Editor June 17, 2023

The 52nd annual Iowa City Pride Parade & Festival occurred downtown on Saturday. The event was full of local vendors with pride merchandise, food, and more. After the parade, Iowa City residents...