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Doris LaVaughn Lichty, 97, of Clear Lake, passed away on Monday, April 19, 2021, at the MercyOne Medical Center of North Iowa. Services will be held at a later date. Memorials may
ANKENY – NIACC’s Thea Lunning didn’t get to play in the NJCAA Region XI women’s golf tournament as a freshman because COVID-19 canceled the 2020 spring season. The sophomore from Mason City
IOWA CITY – The University of Iowa baseball team (17-11) scored in every inning but the first, including nine unanswered runs, to bounce back from Saturday’s loss with a 15-4 victory over
The following is a legislative update from State Senator Amanda Ragan, representing portions of Franklin, Butler and Cerro Gordo counties: Students of all ages have had a challenging time the last 13
In 2020, American heroes in grocery stores, the U.S. Postal Service, hospitals and more became known as “essential workers,” and many of them had to risk their lives by going to work
Nancy Grace (Wilson) Ward, 76, of Rockwell, passed away Saturday, April 24, 2021, at MercyOne North Iowa Hospice in Mason City. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, April 28, 2021, at
CLEAR LAKE – ATURA architecture’s annual Student Collaborative Design Competition (SCDC) returned for its fifth year in 2021. “Like so many things, the event was unfortunately canceled last year due to the
KOSSUTH COUNTY – The child who died in a hog confinement while cleaning has been identified as her autopsy states she was overcome by carbon monoxide. On April 19, 2021 at about
POSTVILLE — Wednesday night, April 21, a pump at the Postville wastewater treatment plant was left on, causing wastewater sludge to overflow into Williams Creek on the northeast side of town. After
RURAL BUTLER COUNTY – A Hampton man died in a rural Butler county crash Wednesday night, south of Clarksville. According to a report from the Iowa State Patrol the crash occurred after
Marvin Hemann’s time on earth ended on Sunday, April 18, 2021. He spent the last 14 years of his life in the caring hands of the staff at the Stacyville Community Nursing
ANAMOSA – A female correctional officer was assaulted by an inmate with a chokehold at approximately 7:22 AM Saturday. The officer was handing out medications to inmates on a cellblock at the
Daniel “Dan” Leland Greenwald, 64, of Mason City, IA died at home on April 22, 2021. Per his wishes he will be cremated and no services are planned at this time.
GRUNDY CENTER – On Wednesday, April 21, 2021, Michael Lang of Grundy Center, was released by University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics and transported by law enforcement authorities to the Grundy County
The following is a legislative update from Rep. Todd Prichard of Charles City: Iowa is facing a child care crisis in both urban and rural areas and it’s grown significantly worse during
SHEFFIELD – Sukup Manufacturing Co. announced this week the company is acquiring certain assets of Global Fabrication, Inc., a full service fabrication facility located in Hampton, Iowa. This expansion will allow Sukup
DES MOINES – Gov. Kim Reynolds and 14 other governors issued a joint letter urging President Biden to be more proactive in working with states on environmental conservation in response to an
Choosing a senior living arrangement can be rather tricky. Not only do communities vary hugely in quality: they are also all suited to different kinds of residents. This guide should help you
DES MOINES – UNI track and field kicked off competition at the Drake Relays in Des Moines, Iowa, with the distance carnival on Thursday. In the men’s 800 meters, senior Zach Krogmann
Richard Dale Reynolds, 87, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 19, 2021 at MercyOne Hospice North Iowa, Mason City A Public Visitation will be held from 5:00pm to 7:00pm with the family
SIOUX CITY – A convicted Iowa felon, and armed drug dealer, who unlawfully possessed a gun was sentenced April 14, 2021 to more than eight years in federal prison. Gregory Sewalson, age
There are very few experiences that are more stressful than the process of moving home. The constant juggling of financial responsibilities, important dates and house viewings, along with the general stress of
MASON CITY – NIACC Pappajohn Center & SBDC recognizes Paige Rolling and Jillian Enke of Clear Lake Connected as the April 2021 Entrepreneurs of the Month The NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center
MASON CITY – Three student teams representing North Iowa Area Community College competed at the regional level in The Pappajohn Student Entrepreneurial Venture Competition held at NIACC on April 12, 2021. Jillian
Gene Larsen, 82, of Mason City, passed away on Monday April 19, 2021, in Rochester, MN. Upon his wishes, his body was cremated. Inurnment will be at Elmwood – St Joseph Cemetery,
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Attorney General Merrick B. Garland announced today the Justice Department has opened a pattern or practice investigation into the City of Minneapolis (the City) and the Minneapolis Police Department
Enjoyable hobbies are important for self-fulfillment and connecting with something which interests you. If you’re unsure of what you’d like your next hobby to be, a good place to start can be
MINNEAPOLIS – Derek Chauvin on Tuesday afternoon was found by a jury in Minneapolis of guilty of second-degree murder, third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter in the killing of George Floyd. Chauvin showed no
SIOUX CITY – A man who conspired to distribute methamphetamine pled guilty April 19, 2021, in federal court in Sioux City. Daniel Moss, 45, from Fort Dodge, Iowa, was convicted of conspiracy
SWEA CITY – A child cleaning a Northern Iowa hog confinement was found dead inside the facility. On April 19, 2021 at about 9:10 PM, the Kossuth County Sheriff’s Office and Swea
Gerald D. “Jerry” Cory passed away peacefully at home on April 18, 2021. He was born November 20, 1933 in Dubuque, Iowa, and adopted as an infant by L. Dale and Gladys
Ileen Newman, 96, formerly of Clear Lake, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 18, 2021, at Heritage Care Center in Mason City. Visitation will be held from 5:00-7:00 p.m. Thursday, April 22,
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. State Department announced actions to hold the Russian Government to account for the SolarWinds intrusion, reports of bounties on U.S. soldiers in Afghanistan, and attempts to interfere
WAVERLY – An Iowa farmer is dead after a work accident near Waverly. On Thursday April 15, 2021 at approximately 9:00 PM the Bremer County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1808 Euclid Avenue
Mary Ann Schraan, 95, of Adel, formerly of Mason City, passed away Friday, April 16, 2021 at her daughters home. Memorial services will be held at 10:30 AM Saturday, April 24, 2021
June B. Pope, 94, of Mason City, died on Sunday, April 18, 2021, Rockwell Community Nursing Home. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 22, 2021, at
IOWA CITY – University of Iowa head men’s basketball coach Fran McCaffery announced on Tuesday that Riley Mulvey has signed a National Letter of Intent to attend the University of Iowa. RILEY
AMES – The Iowa State men’s basketball program has signed Kansas transfer Tristan Enaruna, head coach T.J. Otzelberger announced. Enaruna (en-uh-ROO-nuh), a 6-8 guard/forward from Almere, Flevoland, Netherlands, played two seasons for
CITY OF MASON CITY Publication Report 4/15/2021 Payee Description Amount —————————————- ABSOLUTE WASTE REMOVAL BUILDING REPAIRS AND MAINTEN 118.65 AHLERS AND COONEY PC PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 812.00 ALL STAR PEST CONTROL REPAIRS AND