DENVER, CO – “I will never stop believing that America can only move forward when we work together.” Former Colorado Governor John Hickenlooper ended his campaign for the Democratic nomination for President…
Month: August 2019
City of Mason City expense report for August 15, 2019
CITY OF MASON CITY Publication Report 8/15/2019 Payee Description Amount —————————————— A1-PORTABLES MISCELLANEOUS EXPENSE 305.00 ABSOLUTE WASTE REMOVAL CONCESSION SUPPLIES 943.52 ACCO OTHER SUPPLIES9.15 ALL STAR PEST CONTROL REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE 150.00…
Chicago-area man sentenced to 25 years after agreeing to trade child porn for chance to molest kids
CHICAGO — A north suburban man was sentenced Wednesday to 25 years in federal prison for distributing thousands of sexually explicit images and videos of children. Ronald Feder, 32, of Skokie, Illinois,…
Man gets 20 years in prison for mailing bombs to Hillary, Biden, Booker, Robert De Niro and other lib’s
NEW YORK – Cesar Altieri Sayoc was sentenced this week to 20 years in prison in connection with his mailing of 16 improvised explosive devices to victims across the country. Sayoc pled…
Mexican man and 4-time drunk driver deported twice in 2017 sent to prison after coming back to Iowa yet again
CEDAR RAPIDS – A man who illegally returned to the United States after being deported was sentenced today to 24 months in federal prison. Sergio Sanchez-Juarez, age 32, a citizen of Mexico…
Protected: Mason City man guilty of assaulting police
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Charles City woman found deceased in Cedar River
NEW HAMPTON – A Charles City woman was found deceased in Cedar River this week. According to the Chickasaw County Sheriff’s Office, a report of a missing person on the evening of…
3 Tips for Safer Driving in the USA
Whether you’re a native American or a visitor to the US, road safety is paramount. Especially during peak seasons, or during the colder winter months when roads can become slick and more…
Out of control woman at Northern Iowa DHS office busted with meth
ESTHERVILLE, IOWA – An out of control woman at a Northern Iowa DHS office was busted with meth after the cops arrived on the scene. On August 13, 2019 at 3:55 p.m….
College Wrestling: Iowa State’s David Carr crowned Junior World Champion
TALLINN, Estonia – Iowa State freshman David Carr can add Junior World Champion to his already long list of accolades. Carr took out Japan’s Jintaro Motoyama, 5-4, to become Iowa State’s first-ever…
Alliant Energy releases 2019 Corporate Sustainability Report
MADISON, WI – Alliant Energy released its Corporate Sustainability Report (alliantenergy.com/sustainability), highlighting the company’s broad sustainability efforts. The report outlines Alliant Energy’s continuing efforts to meet the ever-changing needs of their customers…
South Texas man convicted of smuggling 27 illegal aliens in the back of a tractor trailer
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas – A South Texas man was convicted Tuesday for the unlawful transportation of 27 undocumented aliens in the back of a tractor trailer in April 2019. A federal jury…
Floyd County Community Foundation Grant application now available
WATERLOO – Grant applications can now be submitted to the Floyd County Community Foundation (FCCF) for its 2019 grant cycle. The online grant application may be found on the FCCF website at…
Steve King slammed for suggesting rape and incest bolster population
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Iowa Congressman Steve King was roundly slammed for suggesting rape and incest bolster population. King made the remarks in Urbandale and the remarks were caught on video posted by…
Hy-Vee warns customers of data exposure
WEST DES MOINES – Hy-Vee, Inc. is conducting an investigation into a data incident involving its payment processing systems, in which customer payment data may have been exposed. Hy-Vee takes the security…
Female juvenile arrested after alleged threat to “shoot up” Albert Lea, MN High School
ALBERT LEA, MN — A female juvenile has been arrested after an alleged threat made online to “shoot up” the Albert Lea, Minnesota High School. On August 13th 2019 at approximately 5:46PM,…
Grassley, Ernst Op-ed: USMCA will bring home the bacon for Iowa, nation
Sens. Chuck Grassley and Joni Ernst of Iowa: Our state leads the nation in pork production. In fact, Iowa pork exports account for approximately $2 billion annually. That’s roughly 30 percent of…
Four Mason City school board seats up for election on November 5
MASON CITY– The Iowa Association of School Boards and Mason City Community School District urge Iowans passionate about education to consider running in the November 5 school board election. Public schools need…
Fort Dodge man arrested after shooting
FORT DODGE – A Fort Dodge man was arrested after shooting another man Sunday morning. On Sunday, August 11th at approximately 12:30 AM, officers with the Fort Dodge Police Department were dispatched…
Gov. Reynolds appoints Elizabeth Johnson as Executive Director of Iowa Civil Rights Commission
DES MOINES – Gov. Kim Reynolds announced the appointment of Elizabeth Johnson of Altoona to serve as Executive Director of the Iowa Civil Rights Commission. Johnson, currently an administrative law judge at…
Iowa crack dealer sentenced to more than fifteen years in federal prison
CEDAR RAPIDS – A man who sold crack cocaine near a park and an elementary school was sentenced August 12, 2019, to more than fifteen years in federal prison. Mohamed Andrew Haidar,…
Gov. Reynolds appoints Tamra Roberts as District Court Judge
DES MOINES– Gov. Kim Reynolds today announced her appointment of Tamra Roberts as a district court judge in the Seventh Judicial District. Roberts, of Tipton, Iowa, currently practices law with the Beine…
Below normal July rainfall has part of Iowa headed toward drought conditions
DES MOINES — A second consecutive month of below normal precipitation has about 36 percent of the state rated as abnormally dry, according to the latest Water Summary Update. “It seems surprising…
Fort Dodge meth dealer sent to prison
SIOUX CITY – A man who conspired to distribute methamphetamine was sentenced August 8, 2019, to 14 years in federal prison. Michael Halstead, 32, originally from the Sacramento, California area, but most…
Biden, Warren leading Dem field in State Fair Straw Poll; Trump at 96% among Republicans
DES MOINES – Democratic presidential candidates Joe Biden and Elizabeth Warren are the early leaders in the Iowa Secretary of State’s State Fair Straw Poll. Biden garnered 19% of the votes for…
Senator Amanda Ragan says funding is critical for schools as students prepare to head back to class
The following is a legislative update from State Senator Amanda Ragan, representing Franklin, Butler and Cerro Gordo counties: Iowa students are preparing to head back to school. I hope each and every…
City of Mason City expense report for August 8, 2019
CITY OF MASON CITY Publication Report 8/8/2019 Payee Description Amount —————————————— ABSOLUTE WASTE REMOVAL REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE 293.99 ADAMS SHARPENINGM/E REPAIRS 16.50 ADVANCED SYSTEMS INC COPY CHARGE 66.95 AHLERS AND COONEY PC…
Mason City councilman John Lee to run for third term
MASON CITY – Ward 1 Councilman of Mason City John Lee announced this weekend he will seek a third term on the city council. Lee, a history teacher, made the announcement via…
Ferentz: Like all football teams, Hawkeyes deal with roster changes
IOWA CITY – Iowa Hawkeyes head football coach Kirk Ferentz held a press conference on Friday, August 9, 2019: KIRK FERENTZ: I just reached in my pocket and got a business card…
Convicted Iowa murderer dies in prison
ANAMOSA – A convicted Iowa murderer died in prison this week. Roger Scott Sellers was pronounced dead due to natural causes at 9:09 a.m. yesterday morning in a hospice room at the…
Northern Iowa deputy hurt in auto crash Friday morning
LYON COUNTY, IOWA – A Northern Iowa deputy was hurt when he lost control of his vehicle Friday morning. On the morning of August 9, 2019 the Lyon County Sherriff’s office requested…
Two people hurt in auto accident outside Mason City on Friday afternoon
RURAL CERRO GORDO COUNTY – Two people were hurt in an auto accident Friday afternoon in rural Cerro Gordo county. On August 9, 2019 at 02:31 PM, the Cerro Gordo County Sheriff’s…
Accused child sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein found dead in jail cell
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Accused child sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein has been found dead in his jail cell, it has been confirmed. Attorney General William P. Barr issued the following statement: “I was…
Steve King to hold town hall meetings in Cerro Gordo and Hardin counties
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Steve King announces that he will be hosting two town hall meetings on Wednesday, August 14. Both town halls are open to the public and to the media….
Mason City police warn of prize claim scam
MASON CITY – Mason City police are warning citizens of a scam where they must send valuables in order to claim a prize. On August 8, 2019, the Mason City Police Department…
Iowa Governor extends existing proclamations for March flooding
DES MOINES – Gov. Reynolds issued a proclamation Thursday extending existing proclamations of disaster emergency for flooding and severe weather that began in March. This extension allows state resources to be utilized…
OBIT: Keith “Mac” McInroy, 86, of Charles City
Keith “Mac” McInroy, 86, of Charles City passed away at his home on August 2, 2019. According to his wishes, Mac has been cremated and a celebration of life will be held…
DNR tracking fish kill in White Breast Creek near Osceola
OSCEOLA — The DNR is tracking a spill from the Osceola wastewater treatment plant that is causing a fish kill in White Breast Creek. Not many details are available yet, but about…
Top Iowa fishing spots for week of August 8, 2019
CLEAR LAKE – This weekly fishing report is compiled from information gathered from local bait shops, angler creel surveys and county and state parks staff. For current information, contact the district fisheries…
Iowa DNR investigating fish kill on Little Maquoketa River
EPWORTH — The DNR is investigating a fish kill along about a 10-mile stretch of the Little Maquoketa River starting north of Epworth and running downstream to Durango. Starting at Gun Club…