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News Headlines for August 21, 2026
Iowa women’s soccer suffers first loss as No. 11 Wake Forest blanks Hawkeyes, 2-0
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — The Iowa women’s soccer team suffered its first loss of the young season Thursday night, falling 2-0 to No. 11 Wake Forest despite outshooting the nationally ranked Demon Deacons.
The August 20, 2026, road loss dropped Iowa to 2-1 after the Hawkeyes opened the season with two dominant shutout victories in Iowa City.
Iowa State basketball dealt early blow as Killyan Toure sidelined until January after shoulder surgery
AMES — The Iowa State men’s basketball team will begin the 2026-27 season without one of its most experienced young guards after sophomore Killyan Toure underwent surgery Friday for a right shoulder injury and is expected to remain out until January.
Iowa State announced August 21, 2026, that Toure’s surgery was successful.
Trump targets soaring ground beef prices with 90-day import deal; Iowa grocery bills could get relief
WASHINGTON — Iowa families battered by stubbornly high beef prices could soon see some relief at the grocery store after President Donald Trump announced Friday, August 21, 2026, a 90-day plan allowing hundreds of millions of pounds of additional ground-beef product into the United States without triggering a higher import tariff.
Trump said the agreement will allow up to 300,000 metric tons — roughly 661 million pounds — of product used for ground beef to enter the United States during the next 90 days without the higher “out-of-quota” tariff normally imposed once import limits are exceeded.
The president said foreign suppliers have committed to selling the beef at 25 percent below current market prices.
No charges on Fort Dodge resident who fatally shot man who allegedly chased him into his house
A Fort Dodge man who fatally shot another man after police say he retreated from an attack into his own residence will not face criminal charges after authorities determined he acted in self-defense.
Waverly woman, Charles City man collared in alleged elder financial exploitation topping $38,000
A Waverly woman is facing a Class B felony and a Charles City man is charged with a Class D felony after police say an investigation uncovered more than $38,000 in financial losses suffered by en elderly victim.
Deborah Sue Fatland, 79, of Mason City, remembered as loved ones prepare to gather at Trinity Lutheran Church
MASON CITY — Deborah Sue Fatland, 79, of Mason City, died Sunday, August 16, 2026, at Allen Memorial Hospital in Waterloo.
A memorial service celebrating Deborah’s life will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, August 25, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 213 N. Pennsylvania Ave. in Mason City.
Family and friends may gather for visitation beginning at 9 a.m., one hour before the memorial service at the church.
Fort Dodge’s massive 720-acre industrial park certified development-ready for new investment
FORT DODGE — A sprawling 720-acre industrial park on the west side of Fort Dodge has earned the state’s development-ready stamp, giving local economic development officials another tool to pursue major manufacturing, bioscience and renewable-energy projects.
The Iowa Economic Development Authority announced August 20, 2026, that Iowa’s Crossroads of Global Innovation has received designation as an Iowa Certified Site.
Cerro Gordo supervisors approve new yield, 4-way stop; county claims top $345,000
CERRO GORDO COUNTY — The Cerro Gordo County Board of Supervisors approved changes to traffic control at two rural intersections, signed off on a federal housing grant review document and approved more than $345,000 in county claims during its Monday, August 17, 2026, meeting.
Hampton auto shop owner Lance Studer named NIACC Entrepreneur of the Month
HAMPTON — Lance Studer, owner of Lance Studer Custom Automotive in Hampton, has been named the August 2026 Entrepreneur of the Month by the NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center and the North Iowa Area Small Business Development Center.
Studer built his automotive business from the ground up after deciding to leave a stable career in the HVAC industry and pursue something of his own.
“I had a great job but I have to really challenge myself,” Studer said. “I was getting comfortable and I didn’t like it. Plus, at the end of the day I wanted to build something to leave for my kids.”
Trump’s Latest Crypto Policy Shift Puts Digital Assets Back in Focus — Why AI-Powered Platforms Are Gaining Attention in 2026
Washington, D.C. — August 19, 2026 — The digital asset market is entering another important
Republicans nominate Tyler Robbins for Floyd County supervisor, candidate targets taxes, debt and county spending
CHARLES CITY — Floyd County Republicans have nominated Charles City pastor Tyler Robbins as their candidate for the District 2 seat on the Floyd County Board of Supervisors, with Robbins making county spending, property taxes and government transparency central themes of his campaign.
Robbins accepted the Republican nomination at a party nominating convention held Monday, according to an August 20, 2026, campaign announcement.
Kinney Pioneer Museum turns back the clock Sunday for free Back-to-School Day
CLEAR LAKE — Families can step back into the days of one-room schoolhouses, old-fashioned games and pioneer life when the Kinney Pioneer Museum hosts its Back-to-School Day on Sunday, August 23, 2026.
The event will run from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., with free admission to the museum and a lineup of activities aimed at giving children and families a taste of how school — and fun — looked generations ago.
Ruth Gurene Gernetzke, 77, of Forest City, remembered as a beloved wife, mother and grandmother
FOREST CITY — Ruth Gurene Gernetzke, 77, of Forest City, died Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at the Lutheran Retirement Home in Northwood.
A funeral service celebrating Ruth’s life will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, August 22, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Forest City, with Pastor Zech Anderson officiating. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, August 21, at Schott Funeral Homes-Forest City, 505 N. Clark St.
Ruth will be laid to rest at Oakland Cemetery in Forest City following the funeral service.
Drake stuns unbeaten Iowa State women’s soccer team, 2-0, in Des Moines
DES MOINES — The Iowa State women’s soccer team entered Thursday night unbeaten and had yet to surrender a goal this season, but Drake quickly changed both storylines as the Bulldogs handed the Cyclones their first loss of the year, 2-0, on August 20, 2026, at Mediacom Stadium.
The defeat dropped Iowa State to 2-1 on the young soccer season, while Drake improved to 1-2
Freshman Hailey Luedtke piles up 10 saves, but UNI soccer falls 1-0 to Omaha
CEDAR FALLS — Freshman goalkeeper Hailey Luedtke delivered an impressive 10-save performance in her collegiate debut, but Northern Iowa could not manufacture a goal as Omaha slipped past the Panthers, 1-0, on Thursday, August 20, 2026.
Robert “Bob” Miller, 92, of Charles City, remembered as longtime teacher who inspired generations of students
CHARLES CITY — Robert “Bob” Miller, 92, of Charles City, a longtime educator known affectionately by generations of students as “Boogie Bob,” died Monday, August 17, 2026, at the 11th Street Chautauqua Guest Home in Charles City.
A funeral service was held at 11 a.m. Friday, August 21, at Messiah Lutheran Church in Charles City, with Erik Hoefer officiating. Visitation was held for one hour before the service at the church.
Bob will be laid to rest during a private burial at Riverside Cemetery in Charles City.
Amy Cole, 53, of Clear Lake, remembered for her strength, warmth and love of family
CLEAR LAKE — Amy Irene Cole (Vosburgh, Leake), 53, of Clear Lake, died Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center in Mason City.
Visitation will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, August 22, at Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 3rd St. NE in Mason City. A service will follow at 3 p.m.
Ticket trail catches up with Osage teen after Mason City smash-up sends two to hospital (PHOTOS)
MASON CITY — An Osage teenager who had already piled up a string of traffic citations in recent weeks is facing more trouble after police say she blew a stop sign Tuesday and collided with a Mason City woman who had the right of way, leaving both drivers headed to the hospital.
Wetland network guards West Okoboji Lake while providing premier wildlife habitat
A sprawling network of wetlands and native prairie northwest of West Okoboji Lake has spent three decades quietly protecting one of Iowa’s best-known bodies of water while providing important habitat for swans, ducks, pheasants and other wildlife.
Iowa man charged with murder, attempted murder after trooper shot by suspect
An Iowa man faces first-degree murder and attempted murder charges after authorities say a woman was found dead and an Iowa State Patrol trooper was shot Tuesday afternoon by the suspect.
Two men sentenced after Northern Iowa undercover deputy posed as child online
Two men have been convicted and sentenced in separate criminal cases that began after they allegedly communicated online with an undercover Hamilton County deputy posing as an underage child, according to the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office.
Judith Ann Gralapp, 79, of West Bend, remembered for faith, family and service to her community
WEST BEND — Judith Ann Gralapp, 79, of West Bend, died Sunday, August 16, 2026, surrounded by her family.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, August 20, 2026, at Divine Mercy Catholic Parish – Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, 206 N. Broadway Avenue in West Bend. The Mass will also be livestreamed through the Lentz Funeral Home website.
Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, August 19, at the church, with a public Rosary beginning at 4:45 p.m. Visitation will continue for one hour before the Mass Thursday.
Judith will be laid to rest at West Bend Cemetery in West Bend.
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