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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.

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?

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.

‘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.

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An Iranian Ph.D. student at Iowa State University and Iowa military mom share personal stakes in the Iran conflict as Trump prepares to address the nation on next steps.

Iowa public retirement system CEO being investigated for misconduct

Iowa public retirement system CEO being investigated for misconduct

IPERS CEO Greg Samorajski is being investigated for “concerning allegations of misconduct” but the retirement program is not affected, Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds said Wednesday.

Iowa House passes bill Dems call ‘tax’ on university endowments

Iowa House passes bill Dems call ‘tax’ on university endowments

Despite pushback from Democrats characterizing the proposal as “government confiscation,” “civil asset forfeiture” and “another tax,” the Iowa House on Tuesday passed an amended version of Senate File 2453.

Iowa House lawmakers advance right-to-repair bill

Iowa House lawmakers advance right-to-repair bill

Iowa farmers would be able to gain access to farm agricultural equipment software to help repair their own equipment under legislation advanced out of a House subcommittee on Wednesday. 

Iowa House passes magistrate system modernization proposal

Iowa House passes magistrate system modernization proposal

Iowa’s magistrate system would see significant restructuring under a bill passed by Iowa House lawmakers Wednesday, including higher pay for magistrates and requiring fewer of them to serve. 

Iowa gubernatorial candidate Feenstra announces youth coalition

Iowa gubernatorial candidate Feenstra announces youth coalition

Iowa Republican gubernatorial candidate Randy Feenstra’s “Students for Feenstra” coalition includes 51 students from a dozen Iowa universities, community colleges and high schools.

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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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NATO members boost defence spending to cut reliance on US

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Christian Castillo, 2025 state wrestling champ, transferring from Iowa State

Christian Castillo, 2025 state wrestling champ, transferring from Iowa State

Iowa State 125-pound wrestler Christian Castillo is entering the transfer portal, Cyclone Fanatic first reported Friday.

3 thoughts on Audi Crooks entering poral and transfers from Iowa State women's basketball

3 thoughts on Audi Crooks entering poral and transfers from Iowa State women's basketball

Iowa State beat reporter Ben Hutchens reacting to the news Audi Crooks is entering the transfer portal and what it means for Iowa State women's basketball.

Mustang tennis places 5th at St. Joseph Central Tournament

Mustang tennis places 5th at St. Joseph Central Tournament

Check out Shenandoah boys tennis results highlights from the St. Joseph Central Tournament

Why linebacker Carson Willich stayed at Iowa State | April 1

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An interview with redshirt senior Iowa State linebacker Carson WIllich.

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Have we forgotten how to live with reverence? | The Ethical Life podcast

Have we forgotten how to live with reverence? | The Ethical Life podcast

Episode 240: In a fast-moving world filled with distractions, it can be easy to lose sight of what truly matters. In this episode, hosts Richard Kyte and Scott Rada explore the idea of reverence — a quality that once shaped how people understood life, but now often feels distant or overlooked.

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Why do Americans see each other as morally broken? | The Ethical Life podcast

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Cam Buffington | Iowa Football | March 31

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Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

Long gone are the days where impulse buying meant grabbing an unplanned candy bar or magazine in the checkout line. Now, social media makes it quick and easy for us to purchase just about anything with the click of a button, whether or not it’s in the budget. And for some Americans, it’s hurting them...

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Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

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