Iowa Coach Kirk Ferentz:
“Our guys competed, they played hard. Especially the corners, they had a tough match-up because we all know they aren’t the tallest group.

(On Albert Young) He is really playing good football, very versatile player, and very unselfish player.

They came in here expecting to win and they should with them having a better record. They are a very good football team.

(On the Indiana Offense) It’s just one of those days where everything was working, they were hummin’ and moving the ball right along.

(On the Iowa running game) We did better in the fourth quarter, we kept at it and stuck with it. Wh

Indiana Coach Terry Hoeppner:
“(Indiana had more total yardage than Iowa) It doesn’t really matter what you do….(with total yardage, if you don’t win). I’ve been here before. We need to congratulate Iowa. With 101 plays. You gotta do better than that. We gave up too many big plays. We didn’t take advantage of our opportunities.

We just need to coach better and play better.

Yes. I thought we might throw 60 times, because of the nature of their defense. We got ourselves in too many long yardage situations. We wanted to run the ball better and more than we did today.

We thought it was going to be a 60-minute, 15 rounder here today.

I thought our pass protection, for the most part, was good. (Quarterback Blake Powers?) He kind of played the way I coached today, which was just good. We’ve got to do better than that.

(James Hardy?) He continues to make big catches, and big plays. We’re really happy with the way he’s playing. But that’s kind of hollow now.”

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Day Date Opponent Location
Sat 09/03/05 vs. Ball State at Iowa City, IA (Varsity Club Day)
Sat 09/10/05 vs. Iowa State at Ames, IA (Hy-Vee Cy-Hawk Series)
Sat 09/17/05 vs. Northern Iowa at Iowa City, IA
Sat 09/24/05 vs. Ohio State at Columbus, OH
Sat 10/01/05 vs. Illinois at Iowa City, IA (Homecoming)
Sat 10/08/05 vs. Purdue at West Lafayette, IN
Sat 10/15/05 vs. Indiana at Iowa City, IA (Family Weekend)
Sat 10/22/05 vs. Michigan at Iowa City, IA
Sat 11/05/05 vs. Northwestern at Evanston, IL
Sat 11/12/05 vs. Wisconsin at Madison, WI
Sat 11/19/05 vs. Minnesota at Iowa City, IA

Result: Iowa 45, Northern Iowa 21

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Iowa Hawkeyes vs. Northern Iowa game quotes. The following is from HawkeyeFootball.com

Iowa Coach Kirk Ferentz:

There’s a lot we can build on offensively, and a lot we can learn from film on defense.”

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Result: Iowa State 23, Iowa 3

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The following is from HawkeyeFootball.com

“Iowa won the toss and elected to receive. The Hawkeyes have started on offense in 65 of their last 69 games. Iowa has started on offense in 67-of-75 contests under Kirk Ferentz.

QB Drew Tate was 5-11 for 57 yards in the first half before leaving the game, leaving his career total at 2,997 passing yards.

Albert Young’s 36-yard run on his first carry of the game is a career best. Young had a 31-yard run in the opening win over Ball State. Young had 18 carries for 140 yards for the best rushing total of his career. Young’s previous best game was 87 yards in the 2004 season opener vs. Kent State.

PK Kyle Schlicher was successful on his first field goal attempt of the season, a 44-yarder in the third quarter. Schlicher scored eight points in Iowa’s opening win, making all of his PAT attempts. Schlicher is now 22-27 in career field goals, including 4-8 from outside 40 yards.

Starting for the first time in their careers today were redshirt freshman Seth Olsen (OL) and sophomore Albert Young (RB).

Iowa lost its third fumble of the season on its first possession and its fourth later in the period on a bad snap from shot gun formation. The Hawkeyes lost a third fumble in the fourth quarter, giving them five lost fumbles in two games. Last season Iowa lost just five fumbles in 12 games.

Iowa suffered two interceptions in the second period, with one of those being returned for a touchdown. That return marked the first time an opponent returned an interception for a score since the loss at Michigan in 2004.

The five turnovers by the Hawkeyes mark the highest in one game since they had five turnovers (two interceptions, three lost fumbles) in a loss at Michigan in 2004.

All 23 Iowa State points came following Iowa turnovers, including an interception for a score, a 12-yard touchdown drive following a fumble and a 42-yard field goal drive following an interception.

Sophomore CB Adam Shada had his first career interception in the first period, picking off a pass that was deflected by Charles Godfrey.

When Iowa State scored first in the game, it marked the first time Iowa has trailed in the series since the third quarter of the 2002 contest in Iowa City.

Iowa failed to score a point in the first half for the first time since the third game of the 2004 season, a loss at Arizona State. Today marks the first time Iowa did not score a touchdown in a game since a 6-4 win at Penn State in 2004.

Today’s game marks the first time Iowa has not scored a touchdown in the series against Iowa State since 1978 when ISU scored a 31-0 decision.

Iowa’s defense was led by its senior linebackers Chad Greenway and Abdul Hodge, along with senior DE Mike Follett. Greenway and Hodge each totaled 13 tackles, while Follett collected two of Iowa’s three sacks in his five tackles.

DB Marcus Paschal recorded 10 tackles, marking the third time in his career he has reached double figures in tackles. His career-high is 12 tackles (at Minnesota, 2004).

Iowa had its nine-game winning streak snapped with the loss at Iowa State. The winning streak ranked fourth in the nation coming into the game.

WR Ed Hinkel had a 28-yard reception in the fourth quarter, which was career catch No. 100.

TE Scott Chandler had a career-high seven receptions (72 yards). His previous career best was four receptions last season vs. Purdue, with those catches good for 122 yards. “

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Final Score: 56-0 win!

Romantic Destinations in Iowa

The Hawkeye State, Iowa, holds much more beauty than a lot of travelers give it credit for. There are ten different travel areas for tourists to explore when they come to this state, from the Northwest area (where you can follow the path of historic explorers Louis and Clark) to the Southeast area that boasts of containing the world’s “crookedest” street. Lovers will also find much to do here, such as solitary hiking and just holing up in a room and enjoying each other’s company – romantic destinations in Iowa are enjoyable for everyone!

Pines on the Prairie Bed and Breakfast is located in Wilton, Iowa, just 30 or so minutes from Davenport and Iowa City, Iowa. This bed and breakfast offers all of the hospitality of a Midwest inn, with the Mississippi River just a small ways outside your door! Located in eastern Iowa, the Pines on the Prairie Bed and Breakfast is convenient to both the Wildcat Den and Palisades Kepler State Parks, which makes it an ideal spot to stay for your outdoor themed trip. This 1910 home, decorated in the “Arts and Crafts” style, is great for seclusion – you are never forced to spend time around other guests unless you want to.

This b & b has just two rooms, which means you will get a level of service that you might not find in larger inns or hotels. The Prairie Room is perfect for couples, with a comfortable queen size bed and its own shower. The Pine Loft is larger (it can accommodate up to six people), but it also includes a claw foot tub as well as other amenities that complete this spacious room. Lovely green plants and a library’s worth of books make this nook of a room one of the most perfect places for romantic destinations in Iowa.

Potter’s Mill bed and breakfast is lodged in Iowa’s oldest grist mill (from 1843). This beautiful inn and restaurant is also a great place to have your next romantic retreat. Located in Bellvue, Iowa, Potter’s Mill offers guests five rooms to choose from, with different themes and motifs in each. Gourmet breakfasts are also included. The atmosphere in this inn is like no other, with the mill theme including exposed beams and other subtle hints to the building’s original purpose. The Potter’s Mill’s restaurant is also open for lunch and dinner.

Spending some quality time with the one you love in picturesque Iowa can be just the thing for any special occasion. Whether you are celebrating a birthday or an anniversary, you can be sure romantic destinations in Iowa will be just the thing.

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1 to 8. Alabama has not one, not two but eight fabulous places to retire in America – Birmingham, Montgomery, Mobile, Huntsville, Tuscaloosa, Hoover, Dothan and Decatur offer the best of ‘Bama.

9 to 10. California is fabulous in many ways, thanks to lots of sun, beaches and plenty of things to do; all these things and more that you can do in San Diego and Paso Robles.

11 to 13. When people think of retirement, Florida is never far from their mind. So if you want to find a fabulous place for retirement, go Gainesville, Tallahassee or Sarasota.

14 to 17. Washington has Spokane, Lexington and Walla Walla, three fabulous places to retire in. Spokane is a large city for retirees but it sure offers plenty in terms of affordability. Lexington is gaining popularity and Walla Walla was voted one of the best places for retirees in 2006, so there’s your cue. Don’t forget Bellingham, a nature lover’s dream place.

18. Portsmouth in New Hampshire has the honor of being one of the 10 places in America that’s considered safest, so consider retiring here.

19. Ashland in Oregon is not just about the annual Oregon Shakespeare Festival, it’s also a cozy, fabulous place to retire in America.

20. Coeur d’Alene in Idaho may sound French, but it’s all American. You’ll love the fabulousness of the outdoors, with all its beautiful scenery. By the way, it’s pronounced as ‘core da lane’.

21 to 24. Virginia has some of the most fabulous places that we can call close to heaven – Charlottesville, Anacortes, Williamsburg and Blacksburg.

25 to 26. Logan in Utah used to be just a town you used for a stop over when going to Yellowstone, but it is a fabulous place to retire in America thanks to its charm and opportunities for recreation. You’ll love St. George for its mild winters and desert climate.

27. Skiing is not the only thing to do in Burlington, Vermont. There’s plenty of local culture, lots of opportunities for learning and yes, this is where Ben & Jerry’s ice cream was born.

28 to 29. The Little Apple is a fabulous place to retire in and it’s called Manhattan. You’ll love the natural beauty of this town in Kansas, along with the fact you’ll have plenty of time to play golf. You’ll also find Lawrence a fantastic place to retire in.

30 to 31. Can’t get enough of Ivy living? Live your retirement in Hanover or Portsmouth, New Hampshire.

32. If you prefer to soak in the Midwest life, Ames, Indiana is the perfect, fabulous place to retire in.

33 to 34. Beaufort in South Carolina is historic and filled with charming restaurants and great shops and entertainment. Charleston offers charm and a solid economy, along with excellent health care and educational facilities.

35. Oxford in Mississippi, near Memphis offers great summer nights. This is a college town, so expect plenty of chances for continuing education.

36 to 38. Texas’ state’s Austin and Boerne, one more famous and the other still undiscovered but with plenty of things to offer. And don’t forget lovely San Antonio, a great blend of both culture and terrain.

39 to 40. Fort Collins can have cold winters, but this city in the Rocky Mountains offers affordable alternative to the joys of city living. Loveland is less than an hour’s drive from Denver and is as lovely as its name.

41 to 44. North Carolina has four fabulous places to retire in – Asheville, Raleigh, Chapel Hill and Durham.

45. Santa Fe in New Mexico introduces you to other cultures and you’ll get to be neighbors with several Hollywood celebrities.

46. Iowa City, Iowa is friendly, urbane with lots of culture going on. I you want a fabulous place to retire in, this is it.

47. If you fancy some fabulous island life, St. Simons in Georgia is a great place to retire in.

48. Like lots of summer fun? Try Holland in Michigan, where the Grand Rapids is less than half an hour away.

49. If you love the outdoors, live your retirement in Prescott, Arizona.

50. Ithaca in New York is a fabulous place to retire in, thanks to its combination of natural beauty and vibrant culture.

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Here is some more information about the area:

- Some of the major companies headquartered in Cedar Rapids include McLeodUSA and Rockwell Collins.

- The main airport serving Cedar Rapids is The Eastern Iowa Airport.

- The main professional sports team in Cedar Rapids is the baseball team, the Cedar Rapids Kernels.

- Cedar Rapids is only one of a handful of cities in the world with its municipal buildings located on island in the river. In the case of Cedar Rapids, city hall and the county courthouse are located on Mays Island, an island in the middle of the Cedar River.

- Cedar Rapids is sometimes known as the “City of Five Seasons” – these are supposed to be the traditional four seasons as well as fifth season as a time to enjoy the other four. This nickname is commemorated by a sculpture in the downtown area (known as the “Five Seasons” sculpture), as well as in various local jokes such as the “city of five smells”, referring to the smells from factories around the city.

- According to the manufacturers’ information, the fictional character, WindChill (a GI Joe action-figure toy) is supposedly from Cedar Rapids.

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By S. Tanna. First published at http://www.vacation2usa.com/p1_state_iowa_cities_cedar_rapids.php – Visit this link for more details, pictures, attractions, towns and cities and more!

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Real estate is an investment, so it’s important to invest somewhere your home is bound to gain value over the years. To do so, you have to examine the specific area you may be investing in. Take a look as past home value and sales trends. Then look at that area’s economy, population changes, job opportunities, unemployment rates and the attractions the area offers. A strong combination of these factors will almost always indicate the potential for large home value appreciation over the years.

Iowa, with its capital of Des Moines, is a state lodged partway between the mid-west and the east coast and is influenced by both. Iowa was home to about 2,982,085 people in 2006 and continues to grow thanks to many factors, but not least of which is low home value averages and a growing economy. Iowa deals mostly with hogs, corn, soybeans, oats, cattle and dairy products on its agricultural side, while its industry sectors include food processing, machinery, electric equipment, chemical products, printing and publishing and primary metals. Although tourism isn’t a major industry in the state, Iowa still has plenty to offer.

Any place that has attractions to offer visitors has a chance to draw in more and more residents. Obviously, the more in demand a spot is to live in, the higher the average home value is bound to be. While Iowa may not be an obvious vacation spot for most, it doesn’t change the fact that the state has plenty to offer in the way of museums, festivals, theme parks, historical sites, water parks and state parks. National historic landmarks include old frontier farms, stations on the Underground Railroad and one of the most famous, the Amana Colonies, seven authentic German villages that were founded as a religious commune 150 years ago and still preserve their traditions, way of life and crafts. You can also retrace the steps of Lewis and Clark, catch a hint of the Old West at rodeos, horse ranches and cattle trails or get a taste of city life in Des Moines. There is of course camping, fishing, boating, hiking and other outdoor activities galore, and the metropolitan areas of the state offer plenty of night life (clubbing, bars, dining, music, etc) as well as shopping, exploring and family entertainment. While not traditionally thought of as a hot spot to visit, Iowa does have plenty of activities for anyone looking for a laid back, simple vacation.

Though Iowa may not have quite the tourist pull as other states, it’s still doing fine in important matters of unemployment, income and economy (the things that really drive home value prices). Iowa’s unemployment rate is down to about 3.6% and has seen a growth of job opportunities in sectors such as trade, transportation and utilities and leisure and hospitality, which may be an indication of a growing tourism sector. The median household income was projected to be about $46,170 in 2005, but has actually declined from inflation adjusted values in 2000 to $43,609. Iowa falls about in the middle when it comes to household income compared to other states.

The low cost of housing helps offset lower income, as the average home value sales price in April 2007 was only about $146,075 and in the 1st quarter of this year, the median home value of properties sold was only at about $110,000. As a matter of fact, all housing-related costs are low in Iowa, with only 12% of households spending more than 30% of their income on housing, which is the second lowest in the country. These facts show that although home value rates in Iowa are not appreciating noticeably (and in some areas seem to be decreasing) the cost of living is low enough to offset the low home value appreciation. Des Moines, the biggest city in Iowa, seems to be very affordable, with home value appreciation slow but steady over the last few months, and a median home value of about $109,000. Sioux City and Iowa City are the more pricey areas to live in the state, with median home values the past couple months of $139,178 and $225,831 respectively.

All in all, Iowa does not have the strongest real estate market nor highest home value appreciation in the country. There has been moderate decrease in some areas, while other areas have seen a modest increase in home value. However, with a growing job force, more employment opportunities and such a low cost of living (and housing for that matter) there is no reason why over the next year or so, people wouldn’t want to at least visit the state. If Iowa can create more incentive to live there, there is no reason why a large influx of wannabe residents won’t help get home value averages rising and the market going strong again.

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Edit – It’s been raining like mad out here for what seems like the last week. Once it dries up, photos will be taken…

Edit – Umm…. I’m lazy. And busy. I will take pics. I promise. Hopefully before the 2nd year anniversary.

Deputy Hynes with the Johnson County Sheriff Department instructs pedestrians to keep clear of a suspected gas leak in the Ped Mall on Thursday night.
Nick Loomis/The Daily Iowan

UI sophomore Justin Welsh takes a picture of his friends Josh Nanman and Nick Meyers with an overturned car near the intersection of Burlington and Clinton Thursday night.
Nick Loomis/The Daily Iowan

Learn how to survive tornados here.

A funnel cloud begins to dissipate after creating damage across Iowa City, doing major damage to downtown and residential neighborhoods, on Thursday night.

Two people clean out belongings in their car which was smashed by a tree on Johnson St. between Iowa Ave. and Washington St.
Beth Skogen/The Daily Iowan

Things are scattered in West Bank on the corner of Dubuque St. and Burlington St.
Beth Skogen/The Daily Iowan

People flock the streets and pass the damaged Sweet Livin’ Antiques after the tornado.
Beth Skogen/The Daily Iowan

Power lines hang in limbo on Governor Street after a violent storm swept through the Iowa City area on Thursday, Apr. 13, 2006.
Ben Roberts/The Daily Iowan

Alpha Chi Omega sorority was gutted by Thursday’s storm at the corner of Washington and Governor streets, Apr. 13, 2006. The Red Cross supplied beds and cover at the IMU for those who lost their homes.
Ben Roberts/The Daily Iowan

Source:
The Daily Iowan

Iowa tornado history
The three deadliest tornadoes in Iowa history all occurred in the 1800s.
“¢ A tornado June 3, 1860, in Camanche, near Clinton, killed 134 people.
“¢ A tornado June 17, 1882, in Grinnell killed 100.
“¢ A tornado July 6, 1882, in Pomeroy, in northwest Iowa, killed 89.
The record for most tornadoes in one year in Iowa is 120 in 2004.
The record for fewest number of tornadoes in a year is 18 in 1996.
The record for a month is 57 in May 2004.
The record for most tornadoes in one day is 28 on April 11, 2001.
Source: Iowa state Climatolgist Harry Hillaker

Other stories regarding the tornado that ripped through Iowa City and the University if Iowa…
Thursday’s tornado may be a ‘record breaker’
Iowa City continues cleaning up storm damage
Debris Clearing Under Way In Iowa City
Damage Assessment Continues In Tornado-Ravaged Iowa City
911 calls relive storm terror
Vilsack To Request Tornado Help During Meeting With Bush
Damage Estimates Run At More Than $10M

Iowa City tornado damage at $3.6M
The cost to repair damages to Iowa City buildings after Thursday’s tornadoes has been estimated at $3.6 million, but city officials said final estimates may be much higher.

“These are just preliminary estimates,” Iowa City manager Steve Atkins said during a council work session Monday. “There is a great deal of damage you can’t see.”

Atkins said the estimates were based on the cost to replace damaged structures to the city’s eight public properties after the two tornadoes that swept through Iowa City. The properties are: Court Street Transportation Center, Iowa City Public Library, Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center, Senior Center, Senior Center pedestrian bridge, Wilson Building U Smash-Em, Old Capitol Towne Center parking ramp and the Sheraton Hotel parking ramp.

The estimates were submitted in an application for financial assistance to the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Atkins also said city engineers plan to appraise the damages on the buildings a second time to get a more accurate number.