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Iowa High School Track & Field: Drake Stadium wrapped up a weekend of record-breaking moments and first-time trophies, with Western Dubuque’s Quentin Nauman closing a legendary career by winning the 1600 again (4:08.16) and Cedar Rapids Prairie’s historic 4x400 headline among the final-day highlights. KMAland Standouts: Riverside and Treynor finished the Western Iowa Conference’s run strong—Riverside captured the 1A boys team title, while Mount Ayr’s girls added relay history and a team trophy push. Local Arts & Youth: Iowa youth arts and career pathways kept moving—Clarke student Jordan Hill earned a top-five finish at the National Career Development Conference, and Fayette County 4-H welcomed Claire Prouty as a summer assistant. Community Culture: Mason City’s 87th North Iowa Band Festival drew crowds for its parade kickoff to summer. Sports Beyond Iowa: The Indy 500 radio guide dropped for fans tuning in today, and NCAA women’s golf continues with Iowa State and Iowa State-area interest as the championship heads into round two.

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Under the Radar: Iowa State’s Water Polo Club 

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Nauman’s finale, CR Prairie’s historic 4x400 headline final part of Iowa T&F championships

Nauman’s finale, CR Prairie’s historic 4x400 headline final part of Iowa T&F championships

Incredible Finish To Memorable Iowa High School State Track And Field Championships

Incredible Finish To Memorable Iowa High School State Track And Field Championships

Western Dubuque's Quentin Nauman leaves behind historic legacy in Iowa

Western Dubuque's Quentin Nauman leaves behind historic legacy in Iowa

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Final team scores at the Iowa state track and field meet 2026

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How each Iowa City-area team performed at 2026 Iowa state track meet


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