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Week 1 Big Ten Picks
Hello and welcome back to my gambling picks. Kirk Ferentz sapped my joy last year but I feel renewed heading into the college football slate fresh off the high of watching Caitlin Clark play basketball over 60 times in the last calendar year. Thursday - aka no bets on these...
Cedar Rapids to host Corridor Running Club's NewBo race, expect traffic detours
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — Watch out for runners Sunday morning in the New Bohemian district in Cedar Rapids. The Corridor Running Club is holding its NewBo Run on September 1, 2024, from 7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. The following streets will be closed the day of the event beginning...
DBQ Air encourages residents to ‘Fly Dubuque’
Dubuque has commercial air service once again and officials associated with DBQ Air, a nonprofit meant to bolster air service in Dubuque are encouraging residents to use it. On Wednesday, the City of Dubuque announced that Denver Air will have daily service from Dubuque to Chicago O’Hare starting in November. During an information session President & CEO of the Dubuque Chamber of Commerce, Molly Grover said,
WATCH LIVE: Remembering Hayden Fry panel
CORALVILLE, Iowa — Iowa's News Now anchor Mitch Fick is hosting the Remembering Hayden Fry panel at FryFest in Coralville. FryFest is the annual celebration of legendary Iowa Head Coach Hayden Fry. It is the unofficial kickoff to the Hawkeye football season every year since 2009. The panel includes...
Channel Cat announces fall schedule
There are still a few chances this year to ride the Channel Cat along the Mississippi River. Boats will operate on the weekend schedule on September 2 from 9 a.m. – 7:15 p.m. Tickets are $8 for adults and $4 for children ages 2-10, for all-day, unlimited use on the day of purchase. Use the […]
Former Dubuque Saints, NHL star Johnny Gaudreau and brother killed in bike accident
Former Dubuque Fighting Saints and NHL hockey player Johnny Gaudreau and his brother died in a tragic accident in New Jersey on Thursday. The two were riding bikes back in their hometown for their sister's wedding and were hit by a drunk driver. New Jersey state troopers said the brothers...
Fremont-Mills offense explodes in season-opening rout of Turkey Valley
(West Des Moines) -- Fremont-Mills football entered a year of unknowns with a statement win behind an explosion on Saturday. The Knights displayed brilliant balance, relying on a big-play passing attack and efficient ground game to kick off 2024 with a dominant 57-28 win over Turkey Valley. "I'm just really...
Iowa nonprofit hosts celebration for those pursuing addiction recovery
DES MOINES, Iowa — On Saturday, Kingdom Living Iowa hosted a festival celebrating families and those who have recovered from addiction. Kingdom Living Iowa is a nonprofit organization that provides resources, transitional housing, and community support to those pursuing sober living. They are currently housing 171 residents and since opening their doors in 2016, have […]
Drive-by shooting in Oakridge neighborhood, DMPD responding
DES MOINES, Iowa –The Des Moines Police Department responded to the Oakridge neighborhood on reports of a shooting. According to a DMPD post on X, around 9:35 p.m. DMPD and DMFD responded to 926 Oakridge Drive on reports of a drive-by shooting. Two people have been injured, neither are believed to be life-threatening injuries. No […]
Matt Campbell Press Conference following 21-3 Season Opener Win
Head coach Matt Campbell gives his thoughts on 21-3 win over North Dakota in season opener and gives a status update on Caleb Bacon. Jacqueline graduated from Iowa State University with a degree in Journalism and Mass Communications. She has been fortunate enough to have interned for Cyclone Fanatic for 2 and a half years before being promoted to stay on. She currently wears a lot of hats at Cyclone Fanatic: Social Media Director, Iowa State Wrestling beat reporter, and staff photographer. Jacqueline loves reading and watching trash reality TV shows when she's not watching sports. One of her favorite accomplishments is having interned for the Minnesota Vikings and during Super Bowl LII.
CFTV: Becht, Onyedim, Freyler and Noel react to win over North Dakota, Plus catching up with Anthony Johnson Jr
Photo Courtesy of Jacqueline Cordova/Cyclone Fanatic. Iowa State secured the win over North Dakota 21-3 in season opener. Listen as Rocco Becht, Tyler Onyedim, Beau Freyler and Jaylin Noel give their thoughts on the teams performance. Plus, Connor Ferguson caught up with former Cyclone Anthony Johnson Jr. who was in town supporting the Cyclones.
Sleepy Hollow opens 17th annual Renaissance Faire
DES MOINES, Iowa — Sleepy Hollow’s Renaissance Faire opened Saturday offering goers a chance to explore mystic forests, enjoy historical villages, and enjoy a variety of entertainment. The Renaissance Faire is located at Sleepy Hollow and is Iowa’s largest faire site, spanning across 15 acres. The faire spans across three weekends, August 31 to September […]
Knoxville Opens Randy Wilson Track With Loss To Boone
The first football game at Randy Wilson Track will go down as a loss for the Knoxville Panthers as Boone dominated from the start and won 42-6. The Toreadors scored 14 points in each of the first three quarters and built a 42-0 lead with the clock running. Knoxville did get one the board in the 4th quarter as Eli Fuller will become the answer to a trivia question of who caught the first touchdown pass at Randy Wilson Track as he hauled in a 27 yards strike from Roston McCarty. Coach Matt Dunkin told KNIA/KRLS Sports his team moved the ball at times, but Boone proved too tough.
KMAland Sports Schedule (8/31): Glenwood XC, football doubleheader at WDM Valley
(KMAland) -- KMA Sports has coverage from the Glenwood XC meet as well as a football doubleheader at WDM Valley on Saturday. Check out the full KMAland Sports Schedule below. Glenwood Meet (Atlantic, Clarinda, Thomas Jefferson, Creston, East Mills, Glenwood, Harlan, Heartland Christian, Kuemper Catholic, Lewis Central, Red Oak, Shenandoah, St. Albert) Follow @d2mart on X.
Adel Breakout Rodeo Happening Tonight & Tomorrow
A fun outdoor, family-friendly event is taking place in the City of Adel tonight and tomorrow. The Adel Breakout Rodeo will have gates opening both nights at 5pm, with mutton-busting at 6pm, then the rodeo at 7:30pm. According to organizers and the Wright Rodeo Company, children must be eight years old or younger and weigh no more than 80 pounds in order to participate in the mutton-busting.
City of Indianola Fall Cleanup October 19th
The City of Indianola fall cleanup is set for October 19th at the Indianola Brush Facility, which includes electronics recycling and scrap appliance drop-off. Only one-truckload per address will be accepted, with no curbside pick-up. Appliances accepted for free include blenders/mixers/toasters, mowers, cell phones, video game systems, garage doors and openers, computers, speakers, and more. The electronics and scrap appliance drop off will be from 9am to 1pm.
Indianola Square Wraps Up Four-Year Construction Project
Construction crews have wrapped up work on the Indianola Downtown Square Project, completing the west alley and parking lot earlier this week, marking the completion of the four-year project. The reconstruction work began in conjunction with the demolition of the Warren County Courthouse in 2020, but originally started in 2018...
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