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Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025

Stanley 1913 and Caitlin Clark will launch the new Relentless Collection on Sept. 3 at 11 a.m. CST—featuring tumblers and water bottles in black with purple and blue accents. The limited-edition line will be available at select stores such as Scheels and Dick's Sporting Goods throughout the month.

Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025

Iowa defeated Albany 34-7 on Saturday night as Xavier Williams rushed for 122 yards and scored a touchdown while coach Kirk Ferentz tied Big Ten’s all-time winningest coach with his 205th win—quarterback Mark Gronowski made his debut with a touchdown before leaving the game with cramps—. The Hawkeyes are set to face Iowa State next Saturday.

Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025

FRYfest returns to Coralville where local fans celebrate coach Hayden Fry's legacy and look forward to the Hawkeye football season. The festival features a blood drive at 8:00 a.m. at the University of Iowa Healthcare DeGowin Blood Center and honors Iowa farmers.

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