Day: July 15, 2011

MASON CITY – A second large tree, in as many days, has fallen in Mason City. This one was located on the grounds of Trinity Luthern Church on North Pennsylvania Ave. Sometime

(Op-ed from Peter J. Children) Whoever promoted Eric Bookmeyer for mayor of this community, owes the citizens living here an apology. This guy is a total train wreck if there ever was

MASON CITY – A new lounge and restaurant is getting very close to opening in downtown Mason City. The restaurant is named “Chop” and the lounge is named “11.” The address is

City workers feverishly are downtown prepping the North Federal streetscape area for tonight’s Friday Night Live outdoor event. The grass in Central Park looks impeccable and the city had a street sweeper

Thursday at 11:53 a.m. near 10506 Partridge Avenue (Highway 65 South of Mason City) there was a report of a vehicle on fire and people trapped inside. Shortly after, the report was

Cerro Gordo County Sheriff’s Officers arrested a 19-year-old Mason City man at his home Tuesday evening on a warrant for Third Degree Attempted Burglary. Bail is set at $10,000, cash only. Subject

Passing by the Other Place (better known as the OP) on Highway 18, in Clear Lake, you can’t help but notice all the Motorcycles parked in the parking lot. Not only the

From Kip Ireland A first for Mason City!! The River City Dames of Anarchy (DOA) is the first roller derby team for women in Mason City. “We have 11 girls on the

Since we wrapped up the 2011 session, I’ve really enjoyed getting back to North Iowa and spending some quality time with my family, friends and constituents. |Since we wrapped up the 2011

(CLEAR LAKE) ñ House Majority Leader Linda Upmeyer has announced she intends to run for re-election in House District 54. After redistricting, District 54 is comprised of portions of Cerro Gordo and

MASON CITY – An eccentric looking automobile was spotted driving through Mason City this week. The owner, who only wanted to be identified as “Peter,” who lives in Clear Lake, drives a

At approximately 4:30 p.m. Thursday, a three car accident on 4th Street SW in front of Hobby Lobby was reported. There were no serious injuries. Click here to view photos. The front