OSKALOOSA, IOWA – Officers with the Oskaloosa Police Department, along with agents of the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation, are investigating the June 18 death of 28-year-old Alison Cooper of Newton. The…
Month: June 2022
Northern Iowa couple caught after armed robbery that included burning their victim with spoons, police say
Suspects entered an apartment and held the occupants at gun point and demanded money; during the incident, suspects assaulted victim with spoons causing second degree burns
College Football: Cyclones ad offensive lineman Funto Akinshilo
AMES – Iowa State head football coach Matt Campbell announced the addition of 6-5, 310-pound El Camino College offensive lineman Oluwafunto “Funto” Akinshilo. Akinshilo, a Lawndale, California, native, played in 11 games…
Is It A Growing Up Phase Or Problematic Behavior? How To Know
It can be difficult to determine whether a child’s behavior is simply a phase or indicative of a more serious problem. Many parents find themselves asking, “Is my child just going through…
How Medical & Tech Sectors Correlate in Making a Successful Business
Medical and tech businesses are two of the most rapidly growing industries in the world. Though they may seem like completely different realms, these sectors actually have a lot in common. In…
UNI men’s basketball announces 2022-23 home non-conference slate
CEDAR FALLS – The UNI men’s basketball program will tip off the 2022-23 season in early November as the reigning Missouri Valley Conference regular season champions host seven non-conference opponents inside the…
Wolff running for open Iowa Senate District 29 seat
DUBUQUE – Recent precinct redistricting created a new opportunity with no incumbents for Senate District 29 which includes Bremer County and parts of Butler, Chickasaw and Floyd counties. Jenn Wolff, life-long resident,…
OBIT: George Robert Willis, IV
George Robert Willis IV of Cresco, Iowa peacefully passed away surrounded by family on June 12th, 2022 after a courageous battle with cancer. George was born on May 4th, 1954 to George…
OBIT: Gabriel G. “Skip” McConnell
Gabriel “Skip” McConnell, a proud retired Army Veteran, passed away on Saturday June 11th, 2022, surrounded by his loved ones. Skip was born on September 7th, 1948, in Belvidere, Illinois to Gabriel…
OBIT: Kristen Marie Etten
Kristen Marie Etten, 43, of Mason City
Iowa carnival rocked by fights and gunfire
WEST DES MOINES – An Iowa carnvial held this week was rocked by fights and gunfire, and cops struggled to keep folks safe. On Wednesday, June 15th, officers from the West Des…
Gov. Reynolds signs bill establishing George Washington Carver Day
DES MOINES – Governor Kim Reynold signed the following bill into law Thursday: SF2380 A bill for an act to designate February 1 of each year as George Washington Carver Day.
Nominations now being accepted for the 2022 Pappajohn Entrepreneur Gala
MASON CITY – The NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center is now accepting nominations for the Pappajohn Entrepreneur Gala Awards. The Pappajohn Entrepreneur Gala will take place on Tuesday, October 11, 2022. The…
OBIT: Sharon Lynne (Fry) Thomason
Sharon Lynne Fry Thomason 78, of Iowa Falls passed away Thursday, June 16, 2022, at her home in Iowa Falls, Iowa. Memorial services for Sharon Thomason will be 1:00 pm Friday, June…
6 Tips on Preparing For Childbirth as an Expectant Family
No two childbirth experiences are alike, but there are some things you can do to help make the process go as smoothly as possible. Here are six tips to help you out. …
Gov. Reynolds declares victory after Iowa Supreme Court rules against abortions
DES MOINES – Gov. Reynolds released the following statement today in response to the Iowa Supreme Court’s abortion ruling: “Today’s ruling is a significant victory in our fight to protect the unborn….
Gov. Reynolds signs several bills into law
DES MOINES — Today, Governor Kim Reynolds signed the following bills into law: HF2560 A bill for an act relating to and making appropriations involving state government entities involved with agriculture, natural resources,…
Iowa business man sent to prison for failing to file income tax returns
DES MOINES – An Iowa business was man sent to prison for failing to file income tax returns. Kevin Jeffrey Stiller, age 59, of Ankeny, was sentenced Tuesday, June 7, 2022, to…
Iowa man sent to prison for 12 years for child pornography offense
COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA – An Iowa man was sentenced on Tuesday, June 14, 2022, to twelve years in prison for receipt of child pornography. In January of 2021, a cyber tip was…
Iowa man sent to prison for 7 years for child pornography offense
COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA – An Iowa man was sentenced on Tuesday, June 14, 2022, to seven years in prison for receipt of child pornography. In February of 2021, a cybertip was sent…
Northern Iowans busted with illegal drugs during house raid
Illegal substances seized were over ½ pound of methamphetamine, over 1 pound of psychedelic mushrooms, just under 5 pounds of marijuana, 3 ½ pounds of THC edibles, approximately 100 THC oil cartridges/vapes, and just under ½ pound of chocolate edible psychedelic mushshrooms.
Social Security on pace to become depleted in 2035, board says
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Social Security Board of Trustees this month released its annual report on the financial status of the Social Security Trust Funds. The combined asset reserves of the Old-Age…
OBIT: Joyce Ann Crowley
On Monday, June 6, 2022, Joyce A. Crowley, of St. Ansgar, Iowa, loving wife, and mother of 3 children passed away at age 59, in Rochester, MN from Lymphoma. Joyce was born…
OBIT: Joyce Ann Naig
Joyce Ann (Kleeberger) Naig, 80, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 9, 2022, at Mitchell County Regional Health Center in Osage, Iowa. A Funeral Mass will be held 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, June…
OBIT: Georgia Louise Fangmeier
Georgia Fangmeier, age 95, of Osage passed away peacefully on June 11, 2022, at Faith Lutheran Nursing Home in Osage. Cremation has taken place with a Gravesite service to be held on…
OBIT: Dr. Richard Allen Schwarz O.D
Dr. Richard A. Schwarz, age 77, of Mason City, formerly of Osage, passed away peacefully at MercyOne North Iowa on Sunday, June 12, 2022. A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00…
OBIT: Gerald Halverson
Gerald E. Halverson (Jerry), 94, of Waterloo, formerly of St. Ansgar, Iowa died Monday, June 13, 2022 at Friendship Village Wellspring Living in Waterloo. A funeral service will be held at 10:30…
OBIT: Steve A. Ham
Steve Ham, 70, passed away Thursday, June 16th at his home on the farm in Osage, Iowa. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, June 20, 2022, at United Church…
Streamline Warehouse Operations With These 4 Tips
Running and maintaining the warehouse is crucial to streamlining business operations so the product gets from your warehouse shelf to the consumer in no time. Streamlining warehouse operations while you learn about…
How To Maintain A Neat Appearance Of Your Home
There are various ways to make your house appear and feel pristine. There are many things you can do to improve the curb appeal of your property while also making it a…
Starting Your Workout Journey? Here’s How To Stay Motivated
Are you looking to start a workout journey but find yourself struggling to stay motivated? You’re not alone. Many people find it challenging to stick with a workout routine, especially starting. But…
Are You Stuck In A Loop? How To Get Your Life Moving Again
It can be tough to get out of a rut. You feel like you’re stuck in the same place, going round and round with no end. You may feel like you’re not…
January 6 Committee to hold third hearing Thursday at noon: WATCH VIDEO
They wanted Mike Pence as they stormed the Capitol, and erected a gallows as the politician hid with his family
OBIT: Ruth Akkermann
Ruth Akkermann, age 82, passed away on September 23, 2021 at 3:44 p.m. at the Timely Mission Nursing Home in Buffalo Center. A private family gathering will be held at a later…
Iowa deputy killed in traffic accident while on duty
FREMONT COUNTY, IOWA – An Iowa deputy was killed in a traffic accident while on duty this week. On June 14th, 2022 at approximately 12:38 PM, Deputy Austin “Melvin” Richardson, age 37,…
U.S. sends Ukraine $1 billion to fight off Russian horde; over 50 other nations pledge support
Vladimir Putin, a war criminal, and definitely not a genius, started a major war in Ukraine. Now, the World has lined up to stop him, but will it be enough?
College Football: Iowa Campbell, Moss, LaPorta named Preseason All-Americans by Phil Steele
IOWA CITY – University of Iowa seniors Jack Campbell (linebacker, First Team) and Riley Moss (defensive back, First Team) and Sam LaPorta (tight end, Third Team) have been named to Phil Steele’s…
Gov. Reynolds signs several workforce bills into law
DUBUQUE – Today, while attending the Association of Business and Industry’s Annual Convention in Dubuque, Governor Reynolds signed several workforce bills into law, including the reduction of the maximum number of weeks…
Northern Iowa man and son sent to prison for participating in deadly Capitol riot
During the investigation, the FBI uncovered videos of DARYL and DANIEL JOHNSON inside the U.S. Capitol. DANIEL JOHNSON is circled in blue, and DARYL JOHNSON is circled in red.
OBIT: Robert N. Frank
Robert N. Frank, 82, of Mason City, IA, passed away Thursday, June 9, 2022, at the Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit. A Memorial Mass will be held at 11 AM Friday, June…