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The JR&CO 150 returned to the Iowa Speedway once again and it was a wild night.

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Founded by Ames-native Ari Dubin, the Rolling Hills Music Festival hosted chamber music performances highlighting local Iowan composers and spreading community through music throughout Ames from Aug. 6-9, 2026.

PHOTOS: First annual Rolling Hills Music Festival serenades Ames  

"Go Cyclones, right?” Herbst said pre-race. “I’m from the west coast so I’m a Southern Cal guy, but I’m a Big 12 fan now with the partnership with Monster energy. The Big 12 is an exciting conference, wide-spread offenses, fun to watch, high speed.”

Riley Herbst represents the Big 12 at Iowa Corn 350 On Aug. 6, it was announced that Riley Herbst, driver of the No. 35 Toyota for 23XI Racing, would represent the Big 12 alongside Monster Energy. Earlier in 2026, it was announced that the Big 12 and Monster Energy were partnering for future athletic seasons. The deal is stated to be nearly $20 milli...

"We're incredibly grateful for the opportunity to learn, challenge ourselves, and grow alongside so many talented teams and instructors,” the dance team said in an Instagram post. “We can't wait to bring everything we've learned into this season!”

Iowa State’s dance takes first place at NDA camp As summer break hits its peak, a group of Cyclones turned their break into a stage to showcase their talents. From July 29-31, Iowa State’s dance team went to Columbia, Missouri to take part in the National Dance Alliance (NDA) camp. “We’re incredibly grateful for the opportunity to learn, cha...

"Major League Baseball is headed toward a year without its sport being played, and it's all because of money".
Student Life Reporter Robert Ryan gives his input on the fate of Major League Baseball.

Ryan: There will be no Major League Baseball in 2027 The biggest trade of Major League Baseball’s (MLB) 2026 trade deadline was sending star pitcher Tarik Skubal to the Los Angeles Dodgers, which made major headlines but for all the wrong reasons. Skubal was the ace pitcher for the Detroit Tigers and won the highest award for pitchers, the Cy Young ...

“Rachel has earned every bit of recognition she’s getting,” head coach Christy Johnson-Lynch said in an interview with WeAreIowa. “She’s so talented.”

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“It’s been great, you know, I have a great team around me, and had a lot of fun today,” Ty Gibbs said. “It’s a great facility at this track.”

Ty Gibbs steals second career victory at Iowa Speedway NEWTON, IOWA – Ty Gibbs outdueled Ryan Blaney and Christopher Bell to secure his second victory of his NASCAR Cup Series career in the Iowa Corn 350 Powered by Ethanol at Iowa Speedway. Gibb’s crew chief Tyler Allen made the crucial strategy decision to take two tires instead of four on the last...

An Ames institution looks back at its history and its evolution.

Small Business Spotlight: Jeff’s Pizza Lincoln Way is home to many popular places among college students. One stands apart from the rest, however, for the community around it. Whether it’s the famous 30’’ challenge or the very popular late-night slices, Jeff’s Pizza holds a special place in the heart of Ames. Originally opening i...

Ames Municipal Energy Center is getting a whole new power plant

Ames is building a new power plant Ames Municipal Energy Center currently has two units that generate power; however, these systems are aging rapidly and it is time to build new ones. The new power plant will be built south of the current plant in the coal yard. It will be about 10 acres. It will ideally be fully operational in early...

Whether you're a new freshman, coming back for another year or even a professor, these movies and shows capture different sides of college life.

Back-to-school watchlist to get you ready for the semester The start of a new school year comes with a familiar routine: unpacking boxes, figuring out where the closest dining spot is and pretending you will actually keep up with your planner this semester. Between moving in and getting ready for the first week of classes, there is also the inevitable quest...