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I just realized tonight that it's started in Arkansas. Just wondering.

And we thought Iowa State's parking situation could be a cluster heading into the 2023 season. Check out Vanderbilt's stadium with a game set to be held on Saturday.

After hearing newly hired Yormark give his introductory address, I remember posting on here that his run would be a success or failure based on action instead of inaction. For better or worse, he would make big, calculated moves. I also said he reminded me of the higher end private equity guys I've crossed paths with over the years. A shark. Needless to say, the university presidents hired the right guy at the right time. Effing impressive by all concerned.

I see Maya Duckworth didn’t play in the Cyclones opener last night. Is she injured? Hope it is nothing serious.

Former TV executive Bob Thompson who I consider one of the smart guys in college football said this yesterday on Twitter He’s a good one to follow.

The important point is that if I'm ACC and Big 12 I want another A-5 in the room to negate a SEC/Big Ten alliance threat. If there is just 4 they can stonewall everything.

I'm having a string of good luck finding new restaurants lately. At least new to me.

I recently discovered the Blue Fish Hawaii Poke Bowl in campustown and loved it. I've returned many times since despite the fact it was closed for a few weeks for the owners vacation.

Although not new, I've gained a new appreciation for Big Acai Bowl in Ames. I had a craving for some fruit so stopped in and ordered a bowl with an Oatmeal base, mixed fruit, granola and honey. Outstanding! I've been back a few times trying a sorbet base and the oatmeal again. Good stuff except something wasn't right with my second oatmeal bowl. I'll give them another chance. When its made correctly, its delicious.

Now to the real reason for this thread. A new locally owned Mexican place opened on Boyden Road in Hiawatha near the Lucky Penny. Its called 4 Hermanos. I love Mexican food and this is about as good as it gets for a fast casual restaurant. I've sampled a number of different things and each one is better than the last. I think its family owned & operated. If you're ever in Cedar Rapids check this place out.

So let's hear it. What new places have you discovered?

"AccuWeather" is predicting a dangerously high temperature of 97 for Ames. Is there any way to move the game to the evening?

FS: RV Village and 2 tickets in section 9 row 35 for UNI game. Selling RV pass and tickets together. DM me.

What an outstanding event! Love the smiles on the faces of the kids and the players!

The fall tennis schedule is out, so I went to check the roster. There are just four players listed. The three new recruits and one returner. Of the eight on last year’s team, three were seniors. What happened to the other four, plus any seniors taking a grad year? Did any follow Boomer to his new school? Did any jump at opportunities with the tennis schools?

Regardless, looks like losing Boomer has left ISU in a lurch team wise.

Just some observations, based on people's comments on this board and a bit from a public domain Podcast on CF.

QB - a true open competition, probably starting wit Becht. Kohl is the fan favorite, but most "in the know" comments seem to think Becht is 1 for now.

RB - really a Committee at this point. Harris seems to draw least pub of the 5 and Norton and Sanders the most.

TE - Again, it seems to be a group of prospects. There was a picture of Brahmer catching a pass I saw. He absolutely looked the part. Well muscled, long (I looked for him as a WR 1st), and hands that just enveloped the ball. Kohler came to mind, but more physical looking.

WR - everyone seems high on Higgins. Ngoyi has kind of got the Gaines legendary status from a year ago. Returners need to step up or someone needs to step in.

OLine - I am tempted to say same old same old. Someone posted here(?) or on CF that Simmons was running with the 2's. Hopefully because someone better has been performing. Assuming Hufford and Miller are constants, and Clanton truly cross trains his linemen, the other 3 likely come from Bonifas, Petersen, Maro, Neal, Akinshilo, Treiber, Pauls, and Hasert, with maybe a heretofore unknown walkon thrown in.

This will be an interesting, evolving, and youthful offense.

He self identifies as an elite athlete...

GW hits Neptune?

We are crazy to suggest that GW could be impacted by Sun activity, but now the Suns activity is causing clouds on Neptune to completely disappear. Hmmmm.... Wonder how soon this article gets scrubbed from the internet.

I know this board is always so concerned about the environment when it comes to EV battery recycling so I thought I would post an article showing how easily it is being done and the reuse of the materials.


I also watched a video of this.

I guess we don't need to worry about this anymore.

Nothing much earth shattering here in CMC's remarks following Victory Day tonight at Jack Trice Stadium, but thought I'd share some video anyway.

LINK

The soccer team was in Colorado this afternoon to play Colorado State. Fall sports season is upon us. The match is available on ESPN+.

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Veteran Purchase holding his own in talented cornerback room

... and the tailgating begins in the RV Village.

Classes start Monday and it has Ames buzzing with activity. Lots of cars parked on the street and tons more crowding the streets. Pedestrians walking, running, on skateboards and scooters playing Frogger with traffic. Restaurants packed to the gills with long wait times.

Football parking looks to me ready, or at least close to it. Lots C & D are paved and lines are painted. I suspect only clean up remains. I'm ready for some football.

All that chaos yet there are smiles on all the faces. For many this is heading to a variety of outcomes on Saturday as many won't handle 801 Day as well as others. Another school year is about to begin. Welcome back students and neighbors.

I'm not a big music listener these days. I just don't have time for it. This video was not on my radar but I came across it tonight. For some reason I was entertained. Or maybe the word is intriqued. One of the comments said it best: Sings like an angel. Screams like a demon.

The band is good and this gal has talent, whether you like this style or not. Maybe everybody but me has heard of her before.

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This may be old news, but I just found out about it. 2025 combo guard Journey Houston, who along with Divine Bourage it seems like we've been recruiting forever, commited to Ioway. Bourage can't be too far behind because I get the feeling these two are joined at the hip.

Apparently they've become cuddle buddies. Now there's a real attitude match made in Hawkeye Heaven.