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

Elliot: Coals to the Res

BEAU ELLIOT July 8, 2014

So the city of Iowa City kindly, yet continually, (they’re not quite the same thing) sends me packets of emails about this and that. I’m not complaining; I like to know what’s going on...

Overton: Political sideshows never end

JON OVERTON July 8, 2014

You have to hand it to some of our representatives in D.C. They’re just working day and night to effectively ensure that nothing actually gets done. Adding to the unending stream of manufactured...

Editorial: Investment in renewable energy always welcome

DI EDITORIAL BOARD July 8, 2014

Last week’s unanimous approval for a sustainable-energy-reinvestment fund by the Johnson County Board of Supervisors was an advantageous move for not only the county but Iowa as a whole. The state...

Point/Counterpoint: Who should win the American League All-Star final vote?

DI STAFF July 8, 2014

Chris Sale American League fans have a tough choice to make deciding who will take the 34th spot on the AL All-Star roster.  The five players in the final man vote are all very commendable pitchers including...

Pool players keep focus in Hawkeye Pool League

CHARLIE GREEN July 8, 2014

Some of the top pool players in Iowa City are taking advantage of the Hawkeye Pool League to keep their games sharp. While the league is less competitive than those that start after Labor Day, it still...

Hickman honing mound skills in summer league

ERIN ERICKSON July 8, 2014

Iowa pitcher Blake Hickman is determined to make a name for himself on the mound for the Hawkeyes. Last season, he transitioned from primarily playing catcher into finding a permanent home on the mound....

Stallings and Co. win Zach Johnson Foundation Classic

JONATHAN DUREE July 8, 2014

CEDAR RAPIDS — A changed date and a strong showing from PGA Tour golfers made for a successful golf tournament on Monday. Cedar Rapids native and PGA Tour golfer Zach Johnson hosted the Zach Johnson...

Matt Bohannon torching Prime Time

KYLE MANN July 8, 2014

When Randy Larson drafted Iowa center Adam Woodbury with his first selection in the Prime Time League draft, he expected Woodbury to be the motor on his team. What he didn’t anticipate was the impact...

Second Pheasant Ridge shooter pleads guilty

DI STAFF July 8, 2014

A local man has pleaded guilty after opening fire in an Iowa City neighborhood. Marqueese L. Hampton, 18, is the second man who allegedly opened fire in an Iowa City neighborhood last month. He has changed...

UI officials looking for volunteers

DI STAFF July 8, 2014

University of Iowa officials are calling upon university of faculty, staff, and alumni for volunteers at the Iowa State Fair. Volunteers attending the fair, which will run in Des Moines from Aug. 7-17,...

Detroit meteorologist injured in IC accident

DI STAFF July 8, 2014

Fireworks in Iowa City seriously injured a Detroit TV meteorologist on the evening of July 4. Dave Rexroth, the chief meteorologist at Detroit station WXYZ-TV, was vacation in Iowa City with his family...

Universitees heads to Coral Ridge

MICHAEL KADRIE July 8, 2014

Coral Ridge Mall continues to expand the scope of its customers’ shopping experience. Universitees, a college clothing store, has opened a new location in the Coral Ridge Mall. This isn’t...

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