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Campus Newcomer: St Thomas More RHP/UTL Kyle Alivo
We continue on with the Iowa Baseball campus newcomer series, with an incoming freshman two-way player from the Badger State. Out of Milwaukee, WI, right-handed pitcher/utility player Kyle Alivo is rated as the #3 shortstop in Wisconsin and the #109 shortstop in the country by Perfect Game. As a junior, Alivo was a team captain […] The post Campus Newcomer: St Thomas More RHP/UTL Kyle Alivo appeared first on On3.
Iowa Hawkeye alum Spencer Lee to grapple for gold in Paris
Hawkeye wrestling legend Spencer Lee claimed three NCAA titles while at the University of Iowa and has his sights set on winning a Freestyle gold medal while representing Team USA in the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Rob Wolfe of 'American Pickers' shares his 5 best tips for hunting down antiques
Rob Wolfe developed a knack for picking at age 8 when he started looking through garages and barns for items he could resell. Of course, his older brother, Mike, influenced his choice of picking treasures, gearing toward old bicycles that he could flip. He estimated that he started picking full time at age 18, after he graduated from Bettendorf High School. He stores many of the pieces he discovers in his warehouse, which takes up a...
Iowa City's new elementary plans could include specialized academies, paired schools
The Iowa City Community School District (ICCSD) is considering restructuring its current elementary school model, anchored by a desire for smaller class sizes, specialized academies, and new preschool centers. The local school board - which covers elementary schools in Iowa City, Coralville and North Liberty, held a special work session on Tuesday,...
Jay Higgins on how the Iowa defense works and chances of playoff bid
One of the great traditions that Iowa football has is on the defensive side of the ball. Under the direction of Phil Parker, the Iowa players might change, but the performance level doesn’t. At Big Ten Media Days, Indianapolis native Jay Higgins goes into detail about why it works so well and the key factors […] The post Jay Higgins on how the Iowa defense works and chances of playoff bid appeared first on On3.
Quinn Schulte talks Iowa offense, rising stars on defense
If you want to understand the new look Iowa offense, the best way to learn about it is to talk to the players who have faced it, the Hawkeye defense. We did just that at Big Ten Media Days with Quinn Schulte, who plays safety for the Hawkeyes and has seen just about every type […] The post Quinn Schulte talks Iowa offense, rising stars on defense appeared first on On3.
Authorities: Fairview man accused of trying to kill author Salman Rushdie faces terrorism charges
The three-count indictment unsealed in U.S. District Court in Buffalo offered for the first time a potential motive for the 2022 attack on “The Satanic Verses” author.
Quad City Times Bix 7 had humble beginnings
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - The Bix 7 road race had humble beginnings. “We got like a little news memo saying we’re starting a new race in downtown Davenport called the Bix 7″ said retired TV6 Sports Director Thom Cornelis. 84 runners took part in the first race. “No...
Assumption softball advances to 3A State Championship
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - Assumption beat Benton Community 10-7 to advance to the 3A State Championship game. “We never give up, we came back the last two games and I think we just really have the energy and we really want it and I think that’s what really got in and I think our team chemistry and we just rally” said sophomore Kathryn Snyder.
Car crashes into Davenport home Wednesday night
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - TV6 is working to learn more information about car that crashed into a home Wednesday night. The car crashed into a home located on Fulton Avenue near Ridgewood around 9 p.m. TV6 has reached out to officials for more information on this incident. It is unclear...
Davenport restaurant to reopen following sewer issues from flooding
A restaurant and bar in Davenport had to shut down temporarily because of problems caused by recent flooding. The Phoenix has been closed for three weeks. Restaurant managers planned to reopen Tuesday, July 23, but couldn’t because of a sewage backup in the bottom level. Managers say they’re used to the flooding, but they say the City needs to upgrade its sewer system. The temporary shut down hit the business and employees financially.
Iowa’s Brendan Sullivan’s competitive spirit and determination leave indelible mark
INDIANAPOLIS – Quarterback Brendan Sullivan left Northwestern behind for Big Ten foe Iowa this offseason, but he didn’t leave any bad blood or resentment with the Wildcats. Rather, Sullivan’s former teammates and head coach praised his leadership and playing ability as he joined the Hawkeye QB corps beside returners Cade McNamara and Marco Lainez.
University of Iowa Athletics expects to break revenue records in upcoming year
The University of Iowa is expecting another record-breaking year for its athletics department while Iowa State University Athletics is working to handle changes to expected revenues as a result of collegiate athletic conferences shifting, university budget documents show. With revenues slated to increase in football, women’s basketball, wrestling and volleyball, among other areas, the UI […] The post University of Iowa Athletics expects to break revenue records in upcoming year appeared first on Iowa Capital Dispatch.
Future superstars learn at Joe Wieskamp Basketball Skills Camp
Maine Celtics player, former Iowa Hawkeye and Muscatine High School alumnus Joe Wieskamp returned to his roots with Hawkeye greats Makenzie Wieskamp and Monica Czinano to Muscatine High School to teach future superstars at the Joe Wieskamp Basketball Skills Camp. For more, watch the video above and click here.
Iowa wide receiver Kaleb Brown suspended one game following offseason arrest
INDIANAPOLIS-- The Hawkeyes will be a man down for their season-opener against Illinois State on August 31. On Wednesday, Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz confirmed that wide receiver Kaleb Brown will be suspended one game following his off-season OWI arrest. That stays consistent with the established university protocol regarding the UI Student-Athlete Code of Conduct, and the rules and regulations set for members of the football program.
Shelter gives hope: King’s Harvest, Davenport, rescues starving dog
A starved dog in critical condition Tuesday has begun to walk and wag his tail thanks to the care at King’s Harvest Pet Rescue, Davenport. On Tuesday, someone brought the dog, wrapped in a sheet, in to the shelter, where staff discovered the dog was severely malnourished, had injuries on his back – likely from being kept in a crate a long time, staff told Our Quad Cities News – and could barely walk or lift his head.
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