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Free concerts in central Iowa highlight music of the ’70s and ’80s
Radio Iowa
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August 25, 2025
The Des Moines Symphony Orchestra is offering back-to-back free concerts over the upcoming Labor Day weekend highlighting the music of two popular, consecutive decades from the last century. Symphony spokeswoman Angela Schwartz says there will be...
Leistikow: Iowa football's young linebackers pushing for playing time
Hawk Central - Iowa
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Iowa football's linebacker positions have seen consistent starters for the past four years, unlike other positions with more rotations. Fifth-year Hawkeyes seniors Jaden Harrell, Karson Sharar and Jaxon Rexroth are expected to start. Redshirt...
First day of school: What to know as most Iowa students return to class
KCCI 8 - Iowa
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August 25, 2025
It's back-to-school time and students in almost every district in KCCI's coverage area start classes today. Here's more as students head back to school. Iowa law: Cell phones banned during instructional time While some Iowa school...
Here are the Register's top 10 Iowa high school volleyball teams
Des Moines Register - Iowa
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The 2025 Iowa high school volleyball regular season will begin on Aug. 25, and teams across the state are looking to craft a strong season. The Des Moines Register is ready to reveal its top 10 teams in the state ahead of the season openers. Here...
How an ex-Iowa State basketball star is sharing 'The Process' with fans
The Ames Tribune - Iowa
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Former Iowa State basketball player Paul Shirley credits focus for his success in basketball, and now in business and writing. Shirley's new book, "The Art of Focused Work," aims to help people overcome distractions. He now runs a Denver-based...
Photos: $1.9M Ames home features indoor pool, movie theater
Des Moines Register - Iowa
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An eye-catching, burgundy-colored tile-roofed home greets guests arriving at a $1.9 million home in Ames located at 4408 Cochrane Parkway.Provided By Reel Vision MediaThe interior of 4408 Cochrane Parkway in Ames features plenty of space for...
Top 25 Iowa high school volleyball players in 2025
The Ames Tribune - Iowa
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The 2025 Iowa high school volleyball season will officially begin on Aug. 25 and the talent runs deep across the state. The Des Moines Register has compiled a list of the top 25 high school volleyball players in Iowa. It’s important to note that...
Seven sculptures will turn downtown Freeport into open-air art
Journal Standard - Illinois
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The Freeport Art Museum is set to launch a new public art initiative. The Downtown Sculpture Walk is scheduled to begin on Sept. 19 and will run through Aug. 18, 2026, according to a community announcement. This event will transform Chicago Avenue...
The senate race in Iowa that could signal a blue wave for the 2026 midterms
Yahoo News
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He has compared abortion access to the Holocaust and pushed conspiracy theories about the 9/11 terrorist attacks, 2020 presidential election and climate crisis. Christopher Prosch is betting that Maga still rules in the US heartland. On Tuesday,...
2025 FALL SPORTS PREVIEW: New coach but plenty of talent back for ACGC volleyball
Atlantic News Telegraph - Iowa
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GUTHRIE CENTER – The backbone of the offense is back for ACGC’s traditionally-successful volleyball program. A few key pieces are also moving to some new positions on the court, too, but those players also have been strong contributors the past...
NEW: Big 12 Power Rankings DISRESPECT Iowa State After WIN Over Kansas State, ISU First In Big 12
KYTX/CBS 19 - Texas
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Following a hard-fought victory over Kansas State in Dublin, Ireland, the Iowa State Cyclones have emerged as legitimate contenders for the Big 12 Championship. Author: cbs19.tv Published: 11:25 PM CDT August 24, 2025 Updated: 11:25 PM CDT August...
The changing landscape of college sports
The Daily Mississippian
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August 25, 2025
The sun rise illuminates the stands at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium on the morning of Nov. 6, 2021. Photo by HG Biggs. The House v. NCAA settlement, which ends three federal lawsuits claiming the NCAA was illegally limiting the earning power of...
35-fight UFC veteran says BKFC beats the UFC in one key area: ‘That’s why we’re on…’
Bloody Elbow
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August 25, 2025
Jeremy Stephens knows what he signed up for in BKFC. Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship has quickly found its place in the combat sports world since its inception in 2018. From fast-paced fights to brutal knockouts to bloody gashes, BKFC is...
Smoking for Recovery: Smoked meat, games and music during inaugural event at West End Park
The Times Republican - Iowa
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T-R PHOTOS BY LANA BRADSTREAM Ricky Schogren shows the pork and salmon he is smoking at the Smoking for Recovery event at West End Park on Saturday, hosted by God’s Way Ministries. He considers himself an amateur smoker as he only began the...
OUTRAGE: Big 12 SABOTAGED BYU, Baylor With STUPID Schedule Chaos, SEC Doing It RIGHT?
WNEP - Pennsylvania
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BYU should play Baylor, Kansas State Should play Iowa State, Cincinnati should play West Virginia. EVERY. YEAR. Brett Yormark needs to FIX THIS! Author: wnep.com Published: 8:24 PM EDT August 25, 2025 Updated: 8:24 PM EDT August 25, 2025
Texas two-step: Evan Jacobson's plan to play two sports in college
KCCI 8 - Iowa
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August 25, 2025
When it comes to high school football in the state of Iowa, all eyes will be on Waukee's star tight end Evan Jacobson. A 6-foot-6 senior, Jacobson is the highest-ranked prospect in the state by multiple recruiting services and has committed to...
Entertainment event this week in North Iowa: Aug. 24-30
North Iowa Reporter
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August 24, 2025
Bryna Walker Director at Clear Lake Public Library | https://www.kciiradio.com/ Bryna Walker Director at Clear Lake Public Library | https://www.kciiradio.com/ Catch the best entertainment North Iowa has to offer this week. The following...
From The Iowa Meat Truck to Lil Slayyy: Best Minor League Nicknames
BVM Sports
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August 25, 2025
By Ben Weinrib via MLB.com, 1h ago On Thursday, the Boston Red Sox promoted one of their top prospects, Jhostynxon Garcia, to the Majors for his big league debut. Garcia has developed into an impressive power hitter as MLB’s No. 77 prospect, but...
REACTION: QUESTIONABLE Decisions Lead Kansas State FALLING to Iowa State Week 0 in Dublin | POSTGAME
KYTX/CBS 19 - Texas
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Kansas State starts the season with a loss after falling to Iowa State 24-21 in Dublin, Ireland. Join Christian Rauh as he breaks down his initial thoughts immediate Author: cbs19.tv Published: 6:29 PM CDT August 24, 2025 Updated: 6:29 PM CDT...
Iowa Football: Hawkeyes Heavy Favorites vs Albany in Opener
Black Heart Gold Pants - Iowa
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August 24, 2025
Week zero is officially underway and we are now inside of one week away from Iowa’s season opener inside Kinnick Stadium as they play host to the Albany Great Danes. There are plenty of questions to be answered for this Iowa team as we head into...