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News Headlines for April 13, 2026

Obits

OBIT: Doris June Jeffrey

Doris June (Coyle) Jeffrey, 99, passed away peacefully on April 9, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Graveside services will be held Saturday, June 27. (which would have been her 100th birthday) at 10:30 a.m. at the Riverside Cemetery in Rockford with a celebration of life/luncheon following at the United Methodist Church, Rockford.

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Crime

Masked teens on motorized bikes nabbed after harassing folks on Iowa college campus

A weeks-long campaign of harassment and property damage at this small Iowa college campus has come to a halt after police successfully identified a group of teens using motorbikes to terrorize the campus.

According to police, these masked punks showed a blatant disregard for public safety. They were frequently observed driving at high speeds on pedestrian sidewalks and tearing through carefully landscaped areas, causing significant property damage. More concerning were reports that the riders deliberately drove in close proximity to pedestrians, creating what police described as a “significant safety hazard.”

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Obits

OBIT: Michael Dean Anderson

Michael D. Anderson, 77, of Mason City, passed away Thursday, April 9, 2026, at the Good Shepherd Health Center in Mason City. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at 10:30 a.m., at Major Erickson Funeral Home.

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Obits

OBIT: Chylie Marie Burns and Aerilynn Rose Young

Chylie Marie (Schutz) Burns, 25, of Park City, Kansas, joined her daughter, Aerilynn Rose Young who passed March 15, 2026; in heaven March 28, 2026, both gone too soon from this world. A memorial service will be held 1:00pm, Sunday April 26, 2026, with Deacon Regan Banks officiating at Hogan Bremer Moore Colonial Chapels.

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Politics

Iran fails to give up nuke aspirations, forcing USA to meet world demand for precious oil

WASHINGTON D.C. — In a dramatic escalation of global tensions, President Donald J. Trump announced late Saturday that the United States Navy has begun a total blockade of the Strait of Hormuz following the collapse of high-stakes negotiations with Iran over its nuclear program.

The announcement, delivered via social media and amplified by top administration officials, signals a “Locked and Loaded” posture as the U.S. moves to cut off Iranian oil revenue and neutralize its maritime influence.

The Oil & Gas Workers Association signaled their readiness to meet the sudden surge in global demand, responding to the President’s call with a brief, definitive statement: “We’re ready, Mr. President.”

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Obits

OBIT: Walter Wendel

Walter Wendel, 78, of Charles City, passed away Thursday, April 9, 2026, at Manly Specialty Care in Manly, Iowa. A private family graveside service was held at Riverside Cemetery with Father Matthew Solyntjes officiating.

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Obits

OBIT: Ann Bagby

Ann (Chizek) Bagby, 74, of Clear Lake, Iowa, passed away Thursday, April 2, 2026, at Oakwood Care Center in Clear Lake. According to her wishes her body has been cremated. A celebration of life visitation with family and friends will be held from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00p.m. on Monday, May 18, 2026 at the Clear Lake Public Library.

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Obits

OBIT: Martin Leroy “Marty” Pedelty

Martin Leroy “Marty” Pedelty, 50, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, April 9, 2026, while doing what he loved, riding his bicycle. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 1:00 PM on April 17, 2026 at Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel.

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Obits

OBIT: Mary Helen French

Mary Helen French, age 97, of Osage, died Thursday, April 9, 2026, at Faith Lutheran Home in Osage. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday April 13, 2026, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Osage.

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