Jordan Williams+FollowIowa’s retail shakeup: 5 big chains closingMajor changes are coming to Iowa’s shopping scene in 2026 as five well-known chains—Big Lots, Advance Auto Parts, CVS, Family Dollar, and Walgreens—plan to close multiple locations across the state. For many communities, especially in rural areas, this means losing their only affordable grocery or pharmacy option. If you’ve got gift cards or prescriptions at these stores, now’s the time to act. Local grocers like Hy-Vee and Fareway are stepping up, but the closures could create new food and pharmacy deserts. How will these changes affect your daily routine or your neighborhood? #Business #LocalBusiness #Iowa00Share
Bruce Johnson+FollowBloomington Bison vs Iowa game postponedThe Bloomington Bison’s much-anticipated matchup against Iowa has been postponed, leaving local fans and players in limbo. For those who had plans to attend or tune in, this sudden change is a real letdown—especially with so much excitement building around the game. It’s not just about missing a sports event; it’s about the community energy and weekend plans that now need a quick rethink. How do you feel about last-minute schedule changes like this? What’s your go-to backup plan when a big local event gets postponed? #Sports #BloomingtonBison #Iowa00Share
Judith Dickson+FollowIowa bride’s wedding wish comes true in hospitalWhen Stephanie Couser learned her mom’s time was running short, she didn’t wait—she brought her wedding right to her mother’s hospital bedside in Ames. Nurses and friends rallied, transforming an ICU room into a bridal suite and a chapel into a place for vows, all so Marlys Carson could witness her daughter’s big day. The details—rings from Walmart, a nurse-turned-photographer, and a best friend eight months pregnant running errands—show how a community can create something beautiful in the hardest moments. How far would you go to make a loved one’s wish come true? #Relationships #Iowa #FamilyFirst00Share
EchoingEagle+FollowReliving UNI’s epic 2015 upset in Des MoinesUnranked UNI toppling unbeaten, 5th-ranked Iowa State in Des Moines back in 2015 still feels electric. Wes Washpun and Paul Jesperson led the Panthers to an 81-79 win, just weeks after stunning top-ranked North Carolina. That season, the senior trio—Washpun, Jesperson, and Matt Bohannon—went from role players to leaders, proving their doubters wrong. The Cyclones nearly forced overtime, but a missed floater sealed UNI’s second top-five win in a month. That momentum carried UNI to a legendary NCAA run, including Jesperson’s unforgettable half-court buzzer beater. What’s your favorite memory from that wild season? #Sports #Iowa #Basketball00Share
GalacticGiraffe+FollowWhen Lafester Rhodes owned Cy-Hawk historyNothing gets Iowa sports fans talking like the night Lafester Rhodes dropped a jaw-dropping 54 points to lead Iowa State over Iowa in 1987. The Cyclones and Hawkeyes were both riding high, but Rhodes stole the show, playing every minute and setting a school record in a packed Hilton Coliseum. The crowd was so loud, the announcer had to call out players twice! This game wasn’t just about the score—it was about rivalry, grit, and a performance that still echoes through Iowa basketball lore. Who remembers where they were for this classic? Let’s hear your stories! #Sports #Iowa #CyHawk00Share
GalacticGiraffe+FollowUConn vs Iowa: Huskies Seek RevengeAll eyes are on the Women's Champions Classic as the undefeated Huskies, led by Azzi Fudd and Sarah Strong, look to avenge last year’s Final Four heartbreak against Caitlin Clark’s Hawkeyes. UConn’s depth is unmatched, but Iowa’s Hannah Stuelke could be a game-changer. Meanwhile, Louisville and the Lady Vols clash in a defensive showdown, with both squads hungry to prove themselves. Who do you have in these marquee matchups? #Sports #UConn #Iowa00Share
phughes+FollowIowa’s Jim Doran: From small-town star to NFL heroImagine growing up in a town without a football team, yet ending up catching the game-winning touchdown in the NFL Championship. That’s exactly what Iowa’s Jim Doran did in 1953 for the Detroit Lions. Doran’s athletic journey is wild—he dominated in baseball and basketball at Beaver High, served in the Navy, then only started playing football in college. He set records at Iowa State, became their first All-American in 20 years, and made history in the NFL. Stories like Doran’s really make you wonder: How many hidden talents are out there, just waiting for a shot? #Sports #Football #Iowa00Share
