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News Headlines for June 12, 2026
Worth County supervisors approve drainage bid, sheriff’s labor agreement and primary election canvass at June 9 meeting
NORTHWOOD — The Worth County Board of Supervisors approved a drainage district bid, county claims, property tax credit funding, a sheriff’s office labor agreement and the official canvass of the June 2 primary election during its regular meeting on June 9, 2026.
The board also approved county claims totaling $548,341.64.
Northern Iowa woman nabbed on burglary warrant in Charles City domestic case
CHARLES CITY — A Northern Iowa woman facing felony burglary and domestic assault allegations was arrested Tuesday morning after police conducted a warrant check in Charles City.
Northern Iowa man collared after wild 100-mph chase, alleged ramming of deputy vehicle
A Northern Iowa man was arrested after authorities say he led law enforcement on a high-speed pursuit, tried to evade officers in a red Dodge pickup and intentionally drove into a Hamilton County deputy vehicle.
Iowa teens nabbed in blue spray-paint vandalism spree across small town, police say
Two juvenile girls have been identified in a graffiti vandalism spree that left blue spray paint on public and private property across a small Iowa town, police said Tuesday.
“This type of vandalism is extremely disappointing and has a real impact on our community,” police said.
Franklin County supervisors certify primary election results, set ordinance hearings at June 9 meeting
HAMPTON — The Franklin County Board of Supervisors certified the June 2 primary election results, moved forward with two ordinance amendment hearings, discussed battery storage facilities and reviewed several county policy and building matters during its regular meeting on June 9, 2026.
County candidates nominated in the primary were Larry Sailer, Republican, Board of Supervisors District 1; Richard Lukensmeyer, Republican, Board of Supervisors District 2; Andrea Miller, Republican, County Attorney; Heather Bushbaum, Republican, County Recorder; and Chad Murray, Republican, County Treasurer.
County offices without a Democratic Party nominee were Board of Supervisors District 1, Board of Supervisors District 2, County Attorney, County Recorder and County Treasurer. No Republican county offices were listed as lacking a party nominee.
Worth County supervisors approve drainage bid, claims, sheriff’s labor agreement at June 9 meeting
NORTHWOOD — The Worth County Board of Supervisors approved a drainage district bid, county claims, a sheriff’s office labor agreement and the official canvass of the June 2 primary election during its regular meeting on June 9, 2026.
The board approved a request to use the courthouse grounds from June 26 through July 5 for the 11th Annual 99 County Bible Reading.
Iowa to shift state IT work to AWS and Cognizant, raising job-loss concerns for about 200 workers
DES MOINES — Iowa’s state government technology operations are headed for a major private-sector overhaul, with Gov. Kim Reynolds announcing that the state will move executive branch data to Amazon Web Services and turn day-to-day IT operations over to Cognizant Government Solutions.
The Reynolds administration says the move will modernize Iowa’s aging technology systems, improve cybersecurity, reduce reliance on physical servers and data centers, and save taxpayers more than $525 million over the next 10 years.
But the change also raises immediate questions about the future of roughly 200 state employees who currently work in the Iowa Department of Management’s Division of Information Technology. According to the governor’s office, those workers are expected to receive “individualized, competitive job offers” from Cognizant later this month.
Northern Iowa train derailment blocks road as deputies, firefighters secure scene
ODEBOLT — A Northern Iowa train derailment blocked a rural road Monday afternoon, prompting a response from deputies and firefighters as crews worked to secure the scene.
The Sac County Sheriff’s Office said dispatchers received a call at about 4:38 p.m. on June 8, 2026, reporting a train derailment in the area of Ira Avenue and 350th Street near Odebolt.
Trump administration says global birth tourism networks exposed as citizenship fight heads through courts
WASHINGTON — The U.S. State Department says American embassies have uncovered and shut down international birth tourism networks involving hundreds of foreign nationals accused of using fraudulent documents, visa fixers and coaching operations to get into the United States so their children would be born as American citizens.
The issue strikes directly at one of the country’s hottest immigration debates: birthright citizenship.
“A U.S. visa is a privilege, not a right,” the State Department said, framing the crackdown as part of an effort to defend the integrity of American citizenship.
According to the department, a U.S. embassy in West Africa uncovered a sophisticated birth tourism network involving more than 100 foreign nationals accused of using fraudulent documents and visa “fixers” to obtain visas. The department said those visas were revoked and that U.S. officials are coordinating with local authorities to identify and cut off similar operations.
Cerro Gordo supervisors certify primary results, set county candidate lineup for November election
MASON CITY — The Cerro Gordo County Board of Supervisors certified the results of the June 2, 2026 Primary Election during a special session on June 9, 2026, formally setting the list of Democratic and Republican nominees for several county offices that will appear on the November ballot.
Floyd supervisors approve drainage repairs, road shop planning and county claims at June 2 meeting
CHARLES CITY — The Floyd County Board of Supervisors approved drainage repairs, discussed future secondary roads shop needs, reviewed road projects and handled routine county business during its regular meeting on June 2, 2026.
Central Iowa water warning raises questions about drinking water safety, scarcity in Northern Iowa
MASON CITY — A mandatory lawn watering ban in Central Iowa is drawing new attention to a question that matters in every Iowa community: how safe, reliable and plentiful is the state’s drinking water?
Mason City’s public drinking water system is supplied by groundwater. Unlike Central Iowa Water Works, which is dealing with high nitrate levels in river and infiltration-gallery source water, Mason City’s system does not appear to be facing the same public nitrate emergency.
Public EPA-based records list no current open health-based violations for Mason City’s water system. That means the city’s drinking water is meeting current federal legal standards.
However, legal compliance does not mean the water is completely free of contaminants…
Grant helps NIACC launch small business incubator program for North Iowa entrepreneurs
MASON CITY — A federal rural business grant has helped North Iowa Area Community College launch a new small business incubator program aimed at helping entrepreneurs move beyond an idea and into the day-to-day work of building a sustainable company.
The first Venture Launch Lab cohort brought together 11 businesses and 14 entrepreneurs from across North Iowa. The participants represented a variety of communities and industries, highlighting the role small businesses continue to play in the region’s rural economy. The cohort completed the program with a pitch competition on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. Seven teams chose to compete before a panel of judges, with cash prizes awarded to several North Iowa entrepreneurs.
U.S. and Japan reaffirm nuclear-backed military alliance as threats rise from China, Russia and North Korea
TOKYO — The United States and Japan, two of the world’s most important military allies, reaffirmed this week that America’s commitment to defend Japan includes the possible use of nuclear weapons if necessary.
The pledge came during the June 2026 U.S.-Japan Extended Deterrence Dialogue, held June 8-9 at Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Tokyo. According to a joint statement released by the two governments, the United States “reaffirmed its commitment to the defense of Japan, using the full range of U.S. defense capabilities, including nuclear.”
Iowa motorcyclist killed after bike leaves highway, strikes culvert and overturns
An Iowa motorcyclist was killed early Wednesday morning after his motorcycle left the roadway, struck a culvert and overturned on Highway 163, according to the Iowa State Patrol.
Iowa Ag Secretary Naig Presents Good Farm Neighbor Award to the Nieuwendorp Family of Lyon County at the 2026 World Pork Expo
DES MOINES – Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig today presented the Wergin Good Farm Neighbor Award to Nathan and Jacklyn Nieuwendorp of Lyon County during a ceremony held at the 38th annual World Pork Expo at the Iowa State Fairgrounds. The prestigious statewide award recognizes Iowa livestock farmers who take pride in caring for their livestock and the environment while serving as good neighbors and community leaders.
Reynolds creates Iowa Office of Outdoor Recreation as state pushes parks, trails and tourism economy
DES MOINES — Iowa is making a formal push to grow its outdoor recreation economy, with Governor Kim Reynolds signing an executive order establishing a new Iowa Office of Outdoor Recreation.
Reynolds issued Executive Order 19 during a press conference at Lake Ahquabi State Park near Indianola. The new office will operate as an extension of the Iowa Tourism Office, which is part of the Iowa Economic Development Authority.
Brad Flo, 75, dies; Kensett storyteller, firefighter and proud Papa leaves legacy of wit and service
KENSETT — Bradley “Brad” Ronald Flo, 75, of Kensett, died peacefully at his home on Tuesday, June 9, 2026.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, June 15, 2026, at Bethany Lutheran Church in Kensett. Visitation will be held from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. Sunday, June 14, at Hoff Celebrations-Sites Memorial Chapel in Northwood, and again one hour before the service Monday at the church.
Lightning strike sparks $500K Iowa apartment fire, displacing 2 dozen residents
IOWA CITY — A mid-day lightning strike is being blamed for a massive structure fire that tore through an Iowa City housing complex on Wednesday, leaving two dozen residents displaced and causing an estimated half-million dollars in damage.
Iowa home badly damaged after early-morning garage fire
A suburban Iowa home sustained extensive damage early Tuesday after a fire broke out in the garage while the homeowners were inside, fire officials said.
Bobbie Bauer, 70, dies; West Bend woman mourned by family, friends and community
WEST BEND — Bobbie Gail Bauer, age 70, of West Bend, died Monday, June 8, 2026, at Kossuth Regional Health Center in Algona.
A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, June 15, at United Methodist Church of West Bend, located at 307 1st Avenue SW. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service Monday at the church.
Donald Marvin, 73, dies; Charles City veteran leaves legacy of family, music and friendship
CHARLES CITY — Donald Dean Marvin, a Charles City native, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, father, grandfather and friend to many, died Monday, June 8, 2026, at 9th Street Chautauqua Guest Home in Charles City. He was 73.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Hauser Weishaar Funeral Home in Charles City, with Erik Hoefer officiating. Visitation will be held from 9:30 a.m. until the start of the service Saturday at the funeral home.
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