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

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

Remembering our American forefathers

GUEST OPINION July 1, 2011

Thomas Paine, the catalytic firebrand who set the American Revolution ablaze, saw the uprising as America’s chance to free itself from the transatlantic tether of British dominion and as an opportunity...

Immigration law hurts Georgia harvest

CHRIS STEINKE July 1, 2011

“You know that Arizona-style immigration bill we passed in May?” Georgia’s investigation results (basically) said. “Uh, yeah, about that.” This past week, the state of Georgia released results...

Grassley’s bill to aid meth-affected families is laudable

DI EDITORIAL BOARD July 1, 2011

Sen. Charles Grassley, R-Iowa, has long been a vocal supporter of foster-child services. Mix that theme with his fervent support for the war on methamphetamines, and there’s a potent legislative mixture...

John Deere Classic to hold UI Day

DI STAFF July 1, 2011

The John Deere Classic golf tournament will stage “University of Iowa Day” on July 7, according to a release. The tournament, held every year in the Quad Cities area, will set up an area designated...

Hawkeye football snags Connecticut recruit

DI STAFF July 1, 2011

The Iowa football team received a commitment from defensive lineman Dean Tsopanides on Wednesday, according to a Connecticut newspaper. Dan Podheiser of the Register Citizen reported that Tsopanides,...

Iowa senior biking almost 4,000 miles for charity

BEN SCHUFF July 1, 2011

Ethan Collins is riding his bike across the country for those who can’t. The 20-year-old Iowa senior is participating in Journey of Hope, a coast-to-coast trek to raise awareness and money for people...

Hawkeyes highlight first Game Time rankings

BEN SCHUFF July 1, 2011

This week marks the halfway point in the Game Time League. After two weeks of play, The Daily Iowan releases its first weekly ranking of the teams. 1. Monica’s/Bob’s Your Uncle (2-0) This team has...

Bluder recruit a “Logical” fit

KYLE HUGHES July 1, 2011

Incoming freshman Samantha Logic earned numerous honors in high school, and she has her sights set on a bigger one. Her goal in college is to have Iowa be named the Big Ten champion. The 5-11 guard from...

Commentary: Nebraska’s entry beefs up Big Ten conference

SETH ROBERTS July 1, 2011

Do you know what today is? Here’s a hint: It’s a day that will be remembered as being Big and Red, which isn’t a reference to the sunburns you’ll get the moment you set foot outside. No, today...

Several new laws signed this season go into effect today

DI STAFF July 1, 2011

The Iowa Legislature voted to approve several new laws in this last legislative season. Today, many of them will go into effect. Paid leave The paid-leave law goes into effect today; it will require...

Iowa City fire causes thousands of dollars in damage

DI STAFF July 1, 2011

A fire Wednesday evening left one Iowa City structure with over $40,000 in damages. According to a press release, the Iowa City Fire Department was dispatched to a burning structure at 1032 Howell Street. At...

UI Journalism Academy visits Athletic Hall of Fame

ZACHARY POUND July 1, 2011

Toting notebooks and pens, a curious group of fifth- and sixth-graders walked around the University of Iowa’s Karro Athletics Hall of Fame on Thursday. But this wasn’t an everyday tour. The 35...

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