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VOTE: Most outstanding wrestler at 2026 Iowa girls state tournament

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3 months ago

February 7, 2026

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VOTE: Most outstanding wrestler at 2026 Iowa girls state tournament

The 2026 Iowa high school girls state wrestling tournament is in the books.

On Friday night, 28 individual state champions were crowned and two programs took home the coveted team title hardware.

Each one of those state title winners had a daunting challenge in front of them when arriving in Coralville at the start of competition on Feb. 5. But they all made it through the gauntlet unscathed to earn the right to call themselves a state champion.

While all 28 competitors are state title winners forever, the Des Moines Register has left it up to the fans to decide which one of the newly-crowned champs was the most impressive over the last few days of competition.

Readers will have until Feb. 15 to cast their vote in our fan poll for who they think the most outstanding wrestler at this year’s tournament was.

The results of this fan poll will not influence who the Register picks as its Wrestler of the Year at the end of the academic calendar.

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Opinion: Marathon legislative shutdown shouldn’t be repeated

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May 10, 2026

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Opinion: Marathon legislative shutdown shouldn’t be repeated

Sleep deprivation for Iowa legislators, staff and journalists was not the only problem we have with this unnecessary stumble out the door. Legislation addressing issues Iowans care about was approved at a rapid pace, with no chance for Iowans to weigh in.

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Groundbreaking held for Iowa Valley Habitat for Humanity’s 16th Woman Build

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May 9, 2026

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Groundbreaking held for Iowa Valley Habitat for Humanity’s 16th Woman Build

IOWA CITY, Iowa (KCRG) — Volunteers broke ground Saturday for Iowa Valley Habitat for Humanity’s 16th Woman Build, honoring a retired University of Iowa nursing professor.

Liz Swanson, a retired nursing professor, was chosen as this year’s honoree for her decades of impact. The Women Build program focuses on including women in every step of home construction.

While the home is built in Swanson’s honor, it will go to a fellow nurse and mother of three. The family applied through the affordable housing program.

Swanson said she’s proud to be part of a project that directly connects to her nursing legacy.

“It’s very special to have the unique opportunity to help the nurse who is working nights,” Swanson said.

Swanson said stable housing gives families the security to plan for the future.

“It means security for families. We talked briefly to the children and they said, ‘we’re gonna have our own bedroom,’” Swanson said.

Volunteers are set to begin work on the home in August. Those interested in volunteering can find more information here.

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Iowa Lottery Mega Millions, Pick 3 Midday results for May 8, 2026

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1 day ago

May 9, 2026

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The Iowa Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big with rewards ranging from $1,000 to millions. The most an Iowan has ever won from playing the lottery was $343 million in 2018 off the Powerball.

Don’t miss out on the winnings. Here’s a look at Friday, May 8, 2026, winning numbers for each game:

Winning Mega Millions numbers from May 8 drawing

37-47-49-51-58, Mega Ball: 16

Check Mega Millions payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Pick-3 numbers from May 8 drawing

Midday: 0-5-8

Evening: 9-9-2

Check Pick-3 payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Pick-4 numbers from May 8 drawing

Midday: 0-2-7-3

Evening: 0-7-0-6

Check Pick-4 payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Millionaire for Life numbers from May 8 drawing

14-16-21-43-51, Bonus: 03

Check Millionaire for Life payouts and previous drawings here.

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When are the Iowa Lottery drawings held?

Powerball: 9:59 p.m. CT on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
Mega Millions: 10:00 p.m. CT on Tuesday and Friday.
Lotto America: 9:15 p.m. CT on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
Lucky for Life: 9:38 p.m. CT daily.
Pick 3 (Day): 12:20 p.m. CT daily.
Pick 3 (Evening): 10:00 p.m. CT daily.
Pick 4 (Day): 12:20 p.m. CT daily.
Pick 4 (Evening): 10:00 p.m. CT daily.
Millionaire for Life: 10:15 p.m. CT daily.

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