- ethan.petrik
From Bennett Stirtz’s rise to roster questions ahead, three takeaways from Iowa’s season-ending loss to Illinois as year one of the Ben McCollum era ends in the Elite 8.
- Bryan Clark
The 4-sport senior series continues with Shenandoah's Zane McManis
- ben.hutchens
The Iowa State senior guard just finished two grueling years in Iowa State's basketball program. He wants to take some well-deserved time off.
- ethan.petrik
Despite leading for more than 25 minutes, the Iowa men's basketball fell to Illinois in the Elite 8 on Saturday in Houston.
- Nikos Frazier Omaha World-Herald
Take a look inside the Toyota Center as Iowa men's basketball takes on Illinois in the 2026 NCAA men's basketball tournament Elite 8 in Houston.
- ethan.petrik
Free to read: The Illinois men's basketball team advanced to the Final Four for the first time in more than 20 years with a win over Iowa in Houston on Saturday.
- ethan.petrik
When Iowa and Illinois meet in the Elite 8 on Saturday, which program has more to gain from winning and advancing to the Final Four? Vote in the poll below.
The Latest
The City of Essex has begun work on a $2.7 million water system improvement project.
Iowa Regional Planning Affiliation 18 is accepting public comment on its draft 2o27 fiscal year transportation planning work program through April 13.
The City of Essex is investing two recent grants to add two new benches along Main Street and solar lighting at Memorial Park.
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources wants Iowans to report any sightings of prairie chickens.
Google is considering building a data center in Nebraska that could require more than three times the amount of power the entire city of Lincoln uses at peak demand.
Though uncertainties remain, experts at the Iowa Environmental Council and The Harkin Institute say there’s enough evidence to act.
The Iowa State Fair is making improvements for parking and traffic designed to make the experience of getting to the Iowa State Fairgrounds smoother and safer.
MidAmerican Energy awarded $122,000 in “Trees Please!” grant funds to 58 Iowa cities with the aim to reduce energy use while enhancing public spaces through strategic tree planting.
Editor's Pick
- Bryan Clark
The 4-sport senior series continues with Shenandoah's Zane McManis
Clarinda and Essex cheerleaders performed Saturday at the IBCA All-Star Basketball Games.
Michigan star Yaxel Lendeborg cuts down the nets in Chicago after Michigan beat Tennessee to advance to the Final Four on March 29, 2026.
Brad Underwood made his way up the ladder at the south end of the Toyota Center court with golden scissors in hand.
PITTSBURGH — To stay or not to stay? That is the question polarizing NFL draft prospects in the winter when the dust settles after the college football season. In years past, this decision was simple — the blue-chippers could leave after three years and get a head start on their financial earnings, and those seeking a higher spot in the draft hung back in school. The paradigm shifted after the ...
“This City Was Black” is a six-part narrative audio series that traces Black history in New York City.
🎧 Compared with other nations, public opinion here skews more negative. The hosts explore distance, perception and how limited interaction feeds misunderstanding and weakens civic life.
The Oscars are in the rearview mirror, which gives us an opportunity to turn our attention back to television and streaming programs.
🎧 Get a recap of recent financial, health and general interest stories through this special edition of our Hot off the Wire daily news podcast.
"The Testament of Ann Lee" and Bravo's hit reality show "The Valley" are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you.
Passover is a major Jewish holiday, celebrated over the course of a week each year in springtime. It commemorates the exodus of ancient Israelites from slavery in Egypt, as recounted in the Bible. The central ritual of Passover is the Seder meal.
The week between Palm Sunday and Easter, known as Holy Week, is the most sacred time of the year for Christian faithful as they commemorate the passion of Jesus Christ.
Partner
Content by Shenandoah Medical Center. Find out how a mammogram can help empower you to take charge of your health, confidence and future.
Content by Ballard's Resort. Read the tale of amateur angler Doobie Flathers, one of the most prolific walleye fishermen of his time.
Get Healthy. If you’re feeling mentally or emotionally worn down, a forest bath may be just the ticket to clear and cleanse your mind and spirit. Here are a few tips on how to make the most of the experience.
Content by Milan Laser Hair Removal. These laser hair removal experts share their observations and insights about the benefits of Brazilian laser hair removal vs. Brazilian waxing.
Long gone are the days where impulse buying meant grabbing an unplanned candy bar or magazine in the checkout line. Now, social media makes it quick and easy for us to purchase just about anything with the click of a button, whether or not it’s in the budget. And for some Americans, it’s hurting them...
Black Friday is fast approaching, and shoppers are gearing up. The National Retail Federation expects more than 183 million people to shop over the weekend spanning Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday this year. But fraudsters are preparing for Black Friday too, looking for opportunities to steal your money or personal information. Before you dive into holiday...
Holiday shopping season is upon us, and the pressure is on, or at least it feels that way for some parents. A new NerdWallet survey, conducted by The Harris Poll, finds that 48% of parents with children under 18 feel pressure to spend more money on holiday gifts than they’re comfortable spending.According to NerdWallet’s annual...
Buying things takes less time these days — you can have your week’s groceries, a new outfit and a used car headed to your front door in a matter of hours, thanks to technology. But this convenience comes with a price. New data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics reveals fewer people are shopping on...
Print Ads
© Copyright 2026
Southwest Iowa Herald, 617 W. Sheridan Ave. Shenandoah, IA 51601
Powered by BLOX Content Management System from bloxdigital.com.