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News Headlines for September 16, 2026
Mason City cops nab alleged tipsy cemetery prowler in eerie 1:30 a.m. encounter
MASON CITY — A suspected late-night cemetery prowler was allegedly tipsy, behind the wheel and unwilling to cooperate when a Mason City police officer encountered him among the graves at 1:30 a.m.
Iowa harvest crawls out of gate as soaking rains drench state, crops remain strong
DES MOINES — Iowa’s corn harvest is underway, but another round of heavy rain has
Kenny Chesney, Eric Church and Sheryl Crow set for massive stadium concert in Iowa
AMES — Iowa country music fans are getting a stadium-sized summer party featuring three of the biggest names in American music.
Kenny Chesney will bring his Original Vibe Room Tour 2027 to MidAmerican Energy Field at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, June 5, 2027. Joining him will be country superstar Eric Church, nine-time Grammy winner Sheryl Crow and rising singer-songwriter Greylan James.
Tickets are scheduled to go on sale to the general public at 10 a.m. Friday, September 25.
Injured woman call leads cops to convicted domestic abuser and felony drunk driver in Charles City
CHARLES CITY — An after-midnight report of an injured woman led Charles City police to arrest a convicted domestic abuser and felony drunk driver who is now accused of another serious domestic assault.
The Charles City Police Department was called to the 2100 block of Clark Street at 12:05 a.m. Saturday, September 12, after receiving a report of an injured woman.
Nearly 1,000-acre Iowa wildlife area offers hunting, fishing, paddling and rare species
EASTERN IOWA — Nearly 1,000 acres of timber, wetlands and prairie along the Clinton-Scott County line offer Iowa outdoor enthusiasts room to hunt, fish, paddle, hike and search for mushrooms.
Former Northern Iowa prep standout Maryn Bixby blocks her way to MVC honor for UNI Panther volleyball
CEDAR FALLS — A former Dike-New Hartford volleyball standout who helped bring home three state championships is making her presence felt at the college net, earning Missouri Valley Conference Defensive Player of the Week honors for UNI Panther volleyball.
Maryn Bixby, a junior middle blocker from Dike, received the award Monday, September 14, after collecting 12 blocks during the Rice Invitational in Houston. The recognition follows an early-season injury that sidelined her for the Panthers’ first four matches.
Bixby delivered a season-high seven blocks in UNI’s four-set battle against No. 15 Creighton to open the tournament.
Gary Paul Kirschbaum, 88, of Mason City, remembered for stock car racing, family adventures and a gift for conversation
MASON CITY — Gary Paul Kirschbaum, 88, of Mason City, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Monday, September 14, 2026, in Rockwell, leaving loved ones with memories of Sunday races, camping adventures and a man who could find a conversation almost anywhere.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, September 25, 2026, at Faith United Church of Rockwell, with Pastor Jake Ditsworth officiating. Visitation will take place at the church from 10 to 11 a.m. Inurnment will be held at Rockwell Cemetery at a later date.
Cerro Gordo supervisors approve $370,285 in claims, accept annual DOT report
MASON CITY — Cerro Gordo County supervisors approved $370,285.53 in county claims, accepted an annual transportation report and forwarded a manure management plan update to state officials during a 14-minute meeting Monday, September 14.
James M. Callahan, 78, of Garner, remembered for 27 years of military service and devotion to family
GARNER — James M. “Jim” Callahan, 78, of Garner, passed away Sunday, September 13, 2026, at Prairie View Apartments in Garner.
A Celebration of Life will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, October 16, in the Sunset Room at Prairie View Apartments in Garner.
Mason City woman collared at courthouse, accused of trying to influence witness
MASON CITY — A Mason City woman was arrested at the courthouse after police accused her of a felony crime of trying to influence what a witness might say in an ongoing court case.
Iowa Hawkeye soccer survives 65 minutes shorthanded, battles Nebraska to scoreless draw
IOWA CITY — No. 25 Iowa Hawkeye soccer was forced to play most of Sunday’s Big Ten battle with only 10 players, but the Hawkeyes refused to crack, fighting Nebraska to a scoreless draw at the Iowa Soccer Complex.
Mason City man with prior drunk-driving conviction nabbed again after midnight traffic stop
MASON CITY — A Mason City man who already has a drunk-driving conviction on his record is facing another OWI prosecution after police allegedly found signs of alcohol use and an open container during a midnight traffic stop.
Dick Rodgers, 84, of Hampton remembered for fishing, friendships and time with his great-grandsons
HAMPTON — Dick Rodgers, 84, of Hampton, died Saturday, September 12, 2026, at his home under the care of St. Croix Hospice. He is remembered for his enjoyment of fishing, games with friends and teaching his great-grandsons to hunt and fish.
A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, September 25, at Woodley Funeral Home and Crematory, 306 Central Ave. East in Hampton.
Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 9:30 a.m. until the service. Dick will be laid to rest alongside his wife, Virginia, at Hillside Cemetery in Sheffield.
Wanted Northern Iowa woman nabbed in Charles City; cops seize narcotics during arrest
CHARLES CITY — A Northern Iowa woman wanted on three Floyd County warrants was nabbed by Charles City police late at night, and officers say the arrest may now lead to additional drug charges after narcotics were seized.
Iowa Hawkeye field hockey stays unbeaten, knocks off No. 14 Louisville
EVANSTON, ILLINOIS — The second-ranked Iowa Hawkeye field hockey team kept its perfect start rolling Sunday, using a pair of two-goal performances to knock off No. 14 Louisville, 4-2, at Lakeside Field.
UNI Panther volleyball can’t solve No. 5 Louisville, swept in Houston
HOUSTON, TEXAS — UNI Panther volleyball ran into one of the nation’s toughest teams Sunday, and No. 5 Louisville used a dominant blocking performance to sweep Northern Iowa in the Panthers’ final match of the Rice Invitational.
Louisville defeated UNI 25-11, 25-17 and 25-23 at Tudor Fieldhouse.
UNI Panther volleyball sweeps Rice behind Dykstra’s 20 kills, sets up showdown with No. 5 Louisville
HOUSTON, TEXAS — UNI Panther volleyball found its offensive rhythm Saturday afternoon, pounding out 50 kills and hitting a season-best .310 as Northern Iowa swept Rice in straight sets for its first true road victory of the 2026 season.
The Panthers defeated the Owls 25-18, 25-20 and 25-23 at Tudor Fieldhouse during their second match of the Rice Invitational.
Iowa trooper shot confronting accused killer finally home after weeks in hospital
An Iowa State Patrol trooper who was shot while racing toward danger last month is finally home, continuing his recovery after spending more than three weeks in a Des Moines-area hospital.
Trooper Chase Carruthers was released from the hospital Friday, September 11, a welcome development after the violent August 18 shooting in Stuart that left one woman dead and Carruthers seriously wounded.
Linda Parsons, 70, of Algona remembered for devotion to family and 40 years at Snap-On Tools
ALGONA — Linda Parsons, 70, of Algona, died Saturday, September 12, 2026, at Good Samaritan Care Center in Algona. She is remembered for her love of family, enjoyment of quilting and sewing, and four decades of work at Snap-On Tools.
Memorial visitation will be held from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Friday, September 18, at Lentz Funeral Home, 403 E. McGregor St. in Algona.
Anonymous tip could bring consequences for Northern Iowa property owner after dozens of buried tires uncovered
An anonymous tip about tires allegedly buried beneath concrete at a rural Northern Iowa property has turned into a state environmental investigation that could bring consequences for one of the responsible land owners after dozens of tires were eventually dug up and hauled away.
State records show the DNR received an anonymous complaint on August 24 alleging that tires had been buried at the property during cleanup work and that concrete from an old foundation had been placed over them.
The complaint identified Zachary Knutson, who told investigators he had partial ownership of the property.
DNR hammers Northern Iowa turkey operation with $5,000 penalty after repeated violations
GRAFTON — A Northern Iowa turkey operation housing more than 55,000 birds has been hit with a $5,000 Iowa Department of Natural Resources penalty after regulators said the business repeatedly failed to meet state manure-management filing requirements despite years of warnings and an earlier fine.
Dalluge Turkey Farm, LLP operates an animal feeding operation at 301 4th Street in Grafton in Worth County.
Northern Iowa drought refuses to break despite August rain as hot, dry fall threat lingers
DES MOINES — Rain brought some badly needed relief across Iowa in August, but stubborn drought conditions continue to grip portions of Northern and western Iowa as farmers move toward harvest and the state heads into fall.
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources said Iowa experienced a wetter-than-normal August overall, yet dry conditions persisted or worsened in several parts of the state.
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