Guest CommentaryRobert Cropf A farmer in Ames, Iowa, pulls up to a gas station and stares in shock at the numbers on the pump. The price of fuel has jumped sharply since the outbreak of war with Iran. His next thought is simple: Every extra dollar spent on diesel is a dollar he cannot spend elsewhere. […] The post Commentary: The cost of the Iran war isn’t just measured in bombs appeared first on Itemlive.

There’s nothing quite like strolling through the Ames Main Street Farmers’ Market on a summer morning with a refreshing drink in hand. This week’s vendor spotlight is all about beverages, from fresh-squeezed lemonade to locally roasted coffee and specialty drinks. These vendors are serving up something for everyone.  Lemon-Aide Sometimes the best ideas start with...

It has become an annual occurrence that we hear about record-breaking temperatures in one part of the world or another. We may not even need the numbers when we ourselves experience our summers getting hotter and more uncomfortable. Our air conditioners cost more to run, our equipment breaks down more often than it should, and...

With the hustle and bustle, constant due dates and campus activities of the school year, summer break can feel like a real bummer. It’s full of work, summer classes and not enough time with your friends.  Between these hours, it’s easy to hop online and start doomscrooling. But the negative impacts of this are extensive....

Cyclone Swim and Dive has revealed the long-awaited 2026-27 season schedule for home and away swim meets.  Iowa State finished last season with a 4-5 overall record, and they are hoping to bounce back and be able to defend Beyer pool, where they were unable to win a single home meet (0-5). The Cyclones were...

Iowa State’s 2026 receiving room looks very new for the 2026 season. 16 receivers are recorded on the roster, some returning to Iowa State, some coming from other FBS programs and some even coming from other divisions. Ty Claiborne – Redshirt senior Claiborne is one of the returning Cyclones for the 2026 season, only ever...

Whether you’re avoiding the heat or winding down after a day in the sun, here are seven movies to embody the spirit of summer. From nostalgic classics to sun-soaked adventures and unforgettable romances, there’s something for everyone. Stand by Me (1986) First on the list because it’s first in my heart, Stand By Me is...

What began as a stretch of heavy summer rain quickly turned into widespread flooding. The event changed the course of the Fourth of July weekend for many Ames residents.  Repeated rounds of slow moving thunderstorm dropped extraordinary amounts of rain across central Iowa between July 2 and July 3. Creeks, rivers and stormwater systems overflowed....