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The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

Trendspotter: Jon & Kate Plus Hate

DI ARTS STAFF June 26, 2009

It’s not so much love that’s in the air these days, but deceit and neglect. Spring may have brought the flowers and the romances, but with the scorching summer heat, some couples prove they can’t...

Spanning decades and cultures, author collects Iowa’s history

ERIC ANDERSEN June 26, 2009

Having the opportunity to travel to New York, Mexico, and Ireland as a writer-in-residence may seem exciting, but author and native Iowan Zachary Jack left all those places behind for his one true home. “Each...

Despite national audience, Iowa’s hills most musical, native band says

KRISTEN PETERS June 26, 2009

When Iowa-bred House of Large Sizes first began, the plan was to make its musical mark nationally. “The goal was definitely to play around the country,” said Dave Deibler, a singer and guitarst for...

Squelching coal should be a priority

THE WASHINGTON POST June 26, 2009

Cap-and-trade was supposed to allow Congress to avoid picking winners and losers in the fight against climate change. Advocates claim that approach, which relies on the market to figure out the easiest...

Meddling as foreign policy

JUSTIN SUGG June 26, 2009

Exactly what constitutes “meddling in the internal affairs of a country”? It seems today people have different meanings and interpretations for this term. Obviously, the term has a negative connotation,...

Parks and rec should take a back seat to other top priorities

DI EDITORIAL BOARD June 26, 2009

Parks and recreation areas are important. But are they as important as a stronger police force, better fire prevention, and flood-mitigation projects? Not even close. The Iowa City City Council recently...

Dwight camp teaches NFL offense

CLARK CAHILL June 26, 2009

NFL players, Iowa football standouts, high-school and college coaches from across the state, and hundreds of eager kids in one place can only mean one thing: The annual Tim Dwight Football Camp. The camp’s...

Former NFL player Joe Ehrmann speaks

PATRICK RAFFERTY June 26, 2009

Former NFL player-turned-motivational speaker Joe Ehrmann left an enormous impression on everyone who attended Thursday’s event at Englert Theatre with a message transcending far beyond sports. “An...

Jones’ 30 drive OT win

CLARK CAHILL June 26, 2009

Despite having only five players on its roster, Goodfellow Printing/Imprinted Sportswear was able to pull off a 79-70 overtime victory against Active Endeavors/McCurry’s in Game Time League play Thursday...

Draxten shines, but Game Time team loses

ZACH CHRISWELL June 26, 2009

Hannah Draxten had 17 points in the second half, but it wasn’t enough. Despite the Hawkeye sophomore-to-be’s great game, L.L. Pelling/Cullen Painting fell, 80-73, to Coralville Hy-Vee on Thursday...

‘King of Pop’ is dead

ERIC SUNDERMANN June 26, 2009

Thursday began with the passing of Charlie’s Angel Farrah Fawcett and ended with the sudden death of an icon. Michael Jackson died at UCLA Medical Center in Los Angeles after suffering a heart attack...

More riding the couch-surfing wave

ADAM SALAZAR June 26, 2009

The dollar isn’t holding up abroad, but some manage to keep traveling cheaply, using strangers — and couches. Millions of travelers are turning to “couch surfing,” considered an economical form...

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