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3 Burning Questions for Iowa men’s basketball: Can Hawkeyes maintain Elite 8 momentum?

3 Burning Questions for Iowa men’s basketball: Can Hawkeyes maintain Elite 8 momentum?

  • ethan.petrik

Iowa made a surprising Elite 8 run. Now come the tough offseason questions: Can the Hawkeyes sustain success, replace Bennett Stirtz and add size?

‘Stay Low, Shoot High’: How Taylor McCabe trusted the process, transformed herself into the player Iowa needed

‘Stay Low, Shoot High’: How Taylor McCabe trusted the process, transformed herself into the player Iowa needed

  • ethan.petrik

From limited minutes to key contributor, Taylor McCabe transformed herself from just a shooter into a complete player Iowa relied on — all by trusting the process.

Iowa Highway 2 east of Sidney to close April 13 for pavement replacement

Iowa Highway 2 east of Sidney to close April 13 for pavement replacement

  • Scott Stewart

The Iowa Department of Transportation is warning motorists to be aware of an upcoming road closure east of Sidney.

Iowa House OKs increasing speed limit from 55 mph to 60 mph on 2-lane highways

Iowa House OKs increasing speed limit from 55 mph to 60 mph on 2-lane highways

  • Lee-Gazette Des Moines Bureau

Iowa’s 55 mph speed limit for two-way highways would be increased to 60 mph under legislation passed by Iowa House lawmakers Wednesday. 

Shenandoah trio looks to build on event wins to start outdoor season

Shenandoah trio looks to build on event wins to start outdoor season

  • Bryan Clark

Shenandoah girls track and field opened the outdoor season Tuesday with three event wins

Linebacker Carson Willich talks decision to stay at Iowa State, why he's glad he stayed

Linebacker Carson Willich talks decision to stay at Iowa State, why he's glad he stayed

  • ben.hutchens

Jimmy Rogers and Jesse Bobbit's youth is resonating with Iowa State linebacker Carson Willich.

Shenandoah honors, recognizes seniors during first Signing Day

Shenandoah honors, recognizes seniors during first Signing Day

  • Bryan Clark

Shenandoah High School honored several of its seniors Thursday, April 2, during its first Signing Day ceremony.

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State Rep. Bob Kressig delivers retirement speech, capping 11 terms in Legislature

State Rep. Bob Kressig delivers retirement speech, capping 11 terms in Legislature

After serving over two decades in the Iowa House, Democratic Rep. Bob Kressig, of Cedar Falls, said he plans to spend time with family and ride his bike.

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Families urged Iowa lawmakers to fund pediatric cancer research as a bill to provide up to $3 million annually advanced in the Iowa House.

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UConn’s Geno Auriemma issues apology for his antics in the midst of huge public opinion backlash

UConn’s Geno Auriemma issues apology for his antics in the midst of huge public opinion backlash

PHOENIX — People had a lot to say about UConn coach Geno Auriemma’s post-game behavior after Friday night’s NCAA Tournament semifinal loss to South Carolina. Auriemma had angry words for South Carolina coach Dawn Staley and had to be restrained by his assistant coaches while Staley shouted at him in response after UConn lost its first game of the season, 62-48, at the Mortgage Matchup Center. ...

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