Kenneth Ackerman, 86, of Ackley, passed away on Tuesday, April 5, 2022 at his home in Ackley. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. on Friday, April 8, 2022 at the Washington Reformed…
Month: April 2022
OBIT: Neil F. Goodnature
Neil F. Goodnature, 70, of Garner died Tuesday, April 5, 2022, at his home. A funeral mass will be held 10:30 a.m., Monday, April 11, 2022, at St. Boniface Catholic Church in…
Feds crack down on “ghost guns” as shootings soar across America
WASHINGTON, D.C. – As shooting soar across America, the federal government announced new regulations on “ghost guns”. Today, the Department of Justice announced that it has submitted to the Federal Register the…
One suspect arrested for murder after deadly Iowa nightclub shooting; victims identified
CEDAR RAPIDS – One suspect has been arrested for murder after this weekend’s deadly Iowa nightclub shooting, and the victims have been identified. Police said Monday that the two deceased individuals from…
OBIT: Thomas R. Jones
Thomas R. Jones, 64, of Mason City passed away Thursday, March 31, 2022 at MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center in Mason City. A funeral service will be held 10:30 am Friday, April…
Attempted abduction of teen girl reported rural Kossuth county
RURAL KOSSUTH COUNTY – A man tried to abduct a teen girl this weekend, a local sheriff says. On Sunday, April 11, 2022 at about 10:30 AM, the Kossuth County Sheriff’s Office…
Remote Working is Becoming More Popular Within Business and Here’s Why
It is fast becoming the normal for many workers to work from home and from any other location. Majority of organisations will soon shift from being places of employment to becoming places…
Iowa man charged with murder for shooting his brother dead
POMEROY, IOWA – An Iowa man is charged with murder for shooting his brother dead. On April 9th, 2022 at approximately 4:25 PM, the Calhoun County Dispatch Center took a report of…
Jury Convicts University of Kansas researcher for hiding ties to Chinese government
WASHINGTON, D.C. – A former University of Kansas (KU) professor was today convicted by a federal jury on three counts of wire fraud and one count of false statements after he deliberately…
OBIT: Jeffrey Schmidt
Jeffrey Lynn Schmidt, 60, of Floyd, Iowa passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, April 2, 2022. A celebration of life for Jeff (Puff) will be held on Thursday, April 7,…
OBIT: Mona Staudt
Mona Lee Staudt, 78, of Charles City, passed away on Monday, April 4, 2022, at her home following a brief battle with cancer. A funeral Mass for Mona will be held at…
Iowa heroin dealers uncovered by wiretap investigation face possible long prison sentences
CEDAR RAPIDS – Three individuals who were caught conspiring to distribute heroin during a wiretap investigation pled guilty recently in federal court in Cedar Rapids. Cody Scott Deklotz, age 31, from Shellsburg,…
Two dead, 10 injured in Iowa nightclub shooting
CEDAR RAPIDS – Two are dead and at least were 10 injured in an Iowa nightclub shooting early Sunday morning. Cedar Rapids Police are investigating a shooting at Taboo Nightclub and Lounge,…
U.S. Agriculture Secretary and former Iowa Governor Tom Vilsack has COVID
WASHINGTON – On April 8, after experiencing mild symptoms, U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack tested positive for COVID. He is fully vaccinated and boosted. He is sharing the news of his positive…
OBIT: Carol Jean Markham
Carol J. Markham, 90, of Mason City, Iowa died on Wednesday, April 6, 2022, at the Mercy One North Iowa Hospice. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 10:00 am…
OBIT: Avis A. Montgomery
Avis A. Montgomery, 71, of Lake Mills died Thursday, April 7, 2022, at MercyOne North Iowa Hospice Unit. A graveside service will be held 3:00 p.m., Saturday, April 23, 2022, at Salem…
OBIT: Christine A. Quinn
Christine A. Quinn, 57, of Mason City, passed away Tuesday, April 5, 2022 at her home in Mason City. A Celebration of her Life will be held Saturday, April 9, 2022 from…
Eastern Europe hacker who scammed tens of millions of debit and credit cards worth over $1 billion gets 5 years in prison
WASHNGTON D.C. – A Ukrainian man was sentenced today in the Western District of Washington to five years in prison for his criminal work in the hacking group FIN7. According to court…
College Track & Field: Iowa’s McKiver runs World’s second-fastest 400 meters this year
TUCSON, Ariz. – University of Iowa track and field broke two school records on Saturday at the Jim Click Shootout in Tucson, Arizona. The men dominated the team race, topping Arizona by…
Drive-by shooter targets Iowa police officer’s house; cops on high alert
CEDAR RAPIDS – A drive-by shooter targeted an Iowa police officer’s house late Friday night, sending cops on high alert in a search for the perpetrator. On Friday, April 8, 2022, at…
OBIT: Regina Kaiser
Regina Barbara (Laubenthal) Kaiser passed away peacefully surrounded by her family under the care of Hospice of the Heartland on March 31, 2022. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 AM on…
IowaWORKS to host virtual job fair to hire seasonal workers
MASON CITY – The Northeast IowaWORKS offices will soon host a virtual job fair to hire seasonal workers for the summer of 2022. Taking place on April 14th from 2:00 pm to…
OBIT: Judith “Judy” Mead
Judy Mead, 75, formerly of Charles City, passed away April 2nd, 2022, in the comfort of her Lee’s Summit home and in the presence of her family. A visitation for Judy will…
OBIT: Emma Hobert
Emma E. Hobert, 101, passed away February 5, 2022 in Phoenix, Arizona. Pastor Steve Hansen of Trinity United Methodist Church will preside over graveside services at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, April 9 at…
What Kind Of Tools Do Professional Hairdressers Need?
Just like any other profession, hairdressers need certain tools in order to do their job well. If you’re thinking of becoming a professional hairstylist or are just curious about what kinds of…
A Comprehensive Guide For Businesses on Injuries and Compensation Claims
If you are a business owner, then you need to be aware of the laws surrounding injuries and compensation claims. This can be a tricky area, as many different factors come into…
Chamber of Commerce says business is “most trusted institution”
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Chamber of Commerce says business is “most trusted institution” over government and media. As trust in government and media erode business remains a trusted institution for people in…
OBIT: Kathy Minor
Kathy Minor, age 75, of Pocahontas, formerly of Humboldt, passed away on Thursday, March 31, 2022 at Pleasant View Home in Albert City. Funeral Services will be 11:00 AM on Monday at…
OBIT: Sherry J. Frank-Nock
Sherry J. Frank-Nock, 73, of Mason City passed away Wednesday, March 30, 2022 at the Manly Specialty Care Center. A Celebration of her Life will be held 6:00 p.m. Monday, April 4,…
Leader of North Carolina Chapter of Proud Boys pleads guilty to conspiracy and assault charges in Jan. 6 Capitol Breach
WASHINGTON, D.C. – A leader of the Proud Boys pleaded guilty today to felony charges for his actions before and during the breach of the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021. His…
Gov. Reynolds announces Glenwood Resource Center to close in 2024
GLENWOOD – Governor Kim Reynolds, Senate Majority Leader Jack Whitver, and House Speaker Pat Grassley announced that the state intends to close the Glenwood Resource Center (GRC) in 2024. Located in Glenwood,…
OBIT: Quintin James Swingen
Quintin James Swingen, 65, of rural Woden died Wednesday, March 30, 2022 at Manly Specialty Care in Manly, Iowa. A memorial gathering will be held Monday, April 4th at the Woden Community…
NATO Allies agree to further strengthen and sustain support for Ukraine
NATO Foreign Ministers meeting in Brussels this week (6-7 April 2022) agreed to sustain and further strengthen support for Ukraine, and step up cooperation with partners, given the global implications of President…
Iowa DNR monitoring for avian influenza in wild birds, advises not handle dead birds
DES MOINES – The Iowa Department of Natural Resources and its federal partners are working together to monitor for the presence of avian influenza in Iowa’s wild birds. Avian influenza is a…
OBIT: Mike D. Prestby
Michael “Mike” Prestby, 58 of Mason City passed away suddenly Tuesday, April 5, 2022 in Burnsville, MN. Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, April 12, 2022 at Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, 126…
Protected: Northern Iowa man nabbed after forcing young girl into sex act
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Mason City High School Student Senate earns top national award
MASON CITY — For its exemplary record of leadership, service, and activities that serve to improve the school and community, the Mason City Student Senate has been recognized as a 2022 National…
6 Expert’s Tips to Pass the Motorcycle License Test
Once you have passed the written exam, the next step in the process is the road test. While the road test can be intimidating, preparing for it beforehand will help to decrease…
Mason City police investigating third report of shots fired; residence hit
MASON CITY – After investigating gunfire Wednesday night and Thursday morning, yet another report of shots fired was reported, sending police to a residence struck by bullets to search for answers. On…
How To Choose The Right Sewage Pump: 6 Things To Consider
A sewage pump is a pump that’s used to transfer sewage liquids and solids from one place to another, usually from one’s home down into the underground sewage system. If you do…