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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.
Caitlin Clark's biggest critic absent from game broadcast
The Sheryl Swoopes-Caitlin Clark dynamic is one of the weirder stories in sports this season. For whatever reason, it’s become apparent that the WNBA legend isn’t the biggest fan of the new women’s basketball sensation. So when Clark and the Indiana Fever visited the Dallas Wings on Sunday, all eyes would be on what Swoopes Read more... The post Dallas Wings avoid awkward situtaion with Sheryl Swoopes missing Caitlin Clark visit appeared first on Awful Announcing.
Monday Musings: Caleb Bacon’s injury, Mouser’s debut & some Big 12 surprises
Iowa State Cyclones quarterback Rocco Becht (3) passes the ball against North Dakota during the fourth quarter in the season opening game at Jack Trice Stadium on Aug. 31, 2024, in Ames, Iowa © Nirmalendu Majumdar/Ames Tribune / USA TODAY NETWORK. We’ve reached the end of week 1 of...
Mid-century meets modern at this $520,000 penthouse condo for sale on Grand Avenue
A rare opportunity to live atop one of Des Moines’ most stylish and storied condos is newly listed for sale at $520,000. Four penthouse apartments each take a corner at 3660 Grand Ave. in Des Moines and Unit 1020 on the 10th floor provides panoramic views of Des Moines beyond its UV-protected windows. The 1,710-square-foot condominium features three bedrooms, two bathrooms, an open-plan living space and a recently updated kitchen. ...
Indianola Log Cabin Days Parade to Feature Warren County Trains
The annual Log Cabin Days Parade and Celebration is returning to Indianola in September, serving as one of the largest fundraisers and events for the Warren County Historical Society. The theme this year is Warren County Trains That Were, featuring the rich history of trains and depots in Warren County,...
BUSSE: Weekly thoughts on Iowa State's defense, injuries, Clemson's fall, basketball recruiting efforts
Cyclone Alert publisher Alec Busse returns with his weekly thoughts column. Alec Busse's Weekly Thoughts column returns after the first week of the college football season. Evaluating Iowa State's defensive performance vs. North Dakota is an interesting thought exercise. In the Cyclone's 21-3 victory over the Fighting Hawks on Saturday, not much thrilling happened outside of Iowa State's opening possession. The Fighting Hawks proved to be a minor challenge for the Cyclones, who maintained a multi-possession lead for the entire second half over UND.
Tai Village celebrates SE Asian culture in 15th annual festival
DES MOINES, Iowa — Tai Village celebrated Southeast Asian culture in 15th annual festival over Labor Day Weekend. The event is a celebration of Southeast Asian culture with the goal of sharing the culture with others. Over the weekend people enjoyed different live musicians, a variety of Asian cultural dances, and several food vendors. There […]
Bowlful of Blues Concerts at Newton’s Maytag Park Today
Local and International Blues artists are performing in Newton today at the South Skunk Blues Society’s annual Bowlful of Blues at Maytag Park. The music goes from from noon to 9 p.m.. South Skunk Blues Society President Mike Cooling says there are four featured acts. The Sears Band led by Jim Sears is a local favorite. Then, Steve E. George Band features an Iowa Blues Hall of Fame member who played with “The Blue Band” years ago. Brandon Santini travels nationally playing the harp and does vocals. The headliner is the Avey Grouws Band. They started as a local bar band and tour internationally now. Tickets are available at the gate for $30 cash. Kids 12 and under are free. Bring chairs or blankets and coolers are welcome with no glass bottles. For more information, visit the South Skunk Blues Society Facebook page.
Iowa lands 2025 commitment from 4-star wide receiver
Iowa added to its 2025 recruiting class on Sunday as Illinois wide receiver Terrence Smith committed to the program, according to On3’s Hayes Fawcett. Smith, a 6-foot-4, 185-pounder, committed to the Hawkeyes over fellow B1G programs Iowa State, Minnesota, and Purdue. According to 247Sports’ composite ranking, he is a 4-star recruit and the No. 8 player in the state.
ESPN's FPI predicts outcome of Iowa State-Iowa rivalry in Week 2
The 2024 college season is upon us, and Iowa State and Iowa will both be entering Week 2 with a record of 1-0. The Cyclones defeated North Dakota, 21-3, while Iowa showed some offensive firepower in a 40-0 win against Illinois State. ESPN’s FPI gives the Hawkeyes a 71.4% implied...
Big 12 Football Week 1: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
It was opening weekend in the Big 12 Conference as the league kicked off the 2024 season on Thursday night. From there we saw two more days of Big 12 action as the conference piled up a 14-2 record over the weekend. There was plenty of excitement with so many new teams and faces. Here is the good, bad, and ugly from Week 1 in the Big 12.
Iowa State Falls at UNLV in Five
Iowa State volleyball lost a five-set match against UNLV, with final scores of 25-15, 23-25, 25-20, 18-25, and 15-13. Despite holding UNLV to a hitting percentage of .100 or lower in two sets, the Cyclones could not secure the victory. Pam McCune had a standout performance with nine total blocks and 11 kills, while Nayeli Gonzalez contributed 17 kills. The match marked Iowa State's second five-set match of the opening weekend, after also facing a challenging contest previously.
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 […]
"Killer B's" Too Much for Panthers, Boone Rolls to 42-6 Opening Win
Boone jumped out to an early 14-0 lead midway through the first quarter and never looked back at Knoxville on Friday, cruising to a 42-6 win. Knoxville's announcers affectionately referred to Boone's three-headed offensive monster as the "Killer B's", including seniors Dylan Bolton and Lucas Boucher, and junior Jude Baumgardner.
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 […]
Iowa football is Iowa football is Iowa football: Hawkeyes punt, miss, and struggle on offense
With no head coach on the sideline and a (tampered with) quarterback slinging the ball, Iowa Hawkeye football is officially back. One of the lowest-scoring yet highly respected teams in the nation, the Hawkeyes are best known for their talented punters and immovable defensive line. In Iowa's season opener against...
Community Rebuilding Meeting Next Weekend in Greenfield
There will be another community rebuilding meeting in Greenfield next weekend, after the events of the devastating May 21st tornado. Events for the night will begin at 5:30pm September 15th, and be held at the Nodaway Valley High School. In this meeting, guest speaker and City Administrator for Parkersburg Chris Luhring will be there to talk about the steps the city took after their own devastating tornado, an EF-5 that hit the town in 2008. He’ll share about how Parkersburg worked towards recovery, give insights on what the community of Greenfield can do, along with talk about lessons learned from the tornado and how Parkersburg came together as a community afterwards. There will be a free community meal from 5:30-6:30pm, with free childcare provided from 6-8pm. The meeting itself will begin at 6:30pm.
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