Marilyn Johnson, age 97 of Burt, passed away Tuesday, June 14, 2022 at the Kossuth Regional Health Center in Algona. Funeral services will be held on Friday, June 17, 2022 at 11:00…
Month: June 2022
Multiple Waterloo felons sentenced to federal prison after all being caught in a house with five guns
CEDAR RAPIDS – Three Waterloo men who were found in a house with five guns and another felon were sentenced on June 10, 2022, to federal prison. The fourth man is set…
Iowa Supreme Court approves grants to support civil legal services for low-income Iowans
DES MOINES – The Iowa Supreme Court has approved $241,373.17 in grants to non-profit programs that provide legal assistance to low-income Iowans with civil legal problems. The court awarded grants to eleven…
How To Create A Good Retirement Plan: 6 Useful Tips
Are you getting close to retirement age and feeling a little anxious about it? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. A lot of people feel overwhelmed when they think about retirement. But don’t…
OBIT: Natasha Ann Huffman
Interior Communication Electrician Petty Officer Second Class Natasha Huffman was born on December 8, 1997 in Protivin, Iowa. She graduated in 2016 from Crestwood High School and enlisted into the United States…
Gov. Reynolds signs bills into law Tuesday
DES MOINES – Tuesday, Governor Reynolds signed the following bills into law: SF183 A bill for an act relating to a construction manager-at-risk commercial construction alternative delivery method and prohibiting certain other alternative…
Iowa authorities nab East Coast sex offender and enabler on drug charges
Massachusetts couple caught with marijuana growing operation; man is convicted sex offender
Bipartisan group of U.S. Senators announce agreement on gun control
WASHINGTON, D.C. – A bipartisan group of U.S. Senators this week announced a framework for a bill on stricter gun laws. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), John Cornyn (R-Texas), Thom Tillis (R-N.C.), Kyrsten Sinema…
Northern Iowa man crashes motorcycle in Kossuth county and is flown to Mason City hospital; police investigating accident
Motorcyclist lost control and struck a tree; Mercy Air LifeFlight activated; police take driver’s blood to investigate
7 Ways On How Cleaning Your Home Improves Your Health
Do you clean because you are paid to do so? Or do you clean because you are having a guest over? There are various factors that push people to clean their homes….
How To Get an E-Money Licence? Here’s Everything You Need To Know
When you’re running a business, you hear about a lot of licenses and certifications. It’s hard to know which of them apply to your business and is worth the time and effort…
Man found dead in Cedar River in Waterloo
WATERLOO – A man found dead in the Cedar River in Waterloo after a police search. On Friday, June 10, 2022 at approximately 6:29 PM, Waterloo Police and Fire Rescue responded to…
Iowa Gov. Reynolds signs bills into law
DES MOINES – Monday, Governor Reynolds signed the following bills into law: HF2127 A bill for an act relating to payments to child care providers from families participating in the state child care assistance program. HF2202 A bill…
College Basketball: UNI signs Turkish player to roster
CEDAR FALLS – UNI men’s basketball has announced the signing of Ege Peksari to the 2022-23 roster. A native of Izmir, Turkey, the 6′ 4″ guard most recently played for the Gemlik…
Iowa man busted with meth in Clarksville
CLARKSVILLE – An Iowa man was busted with meth in Clarksville Monday night. On June 13th at 9:51 pm the Clarksville Police stopped a vehicle for an inoperable brake light. After a…
OBIT: Edna Mae Anderson (Davisson)
Edna Mae Anderson, was born in Vincennes, Indiana to Monte and Nettie (Craig) Davisson on October 6, 1929. She passed away at Aspire Nursing Home in Estherville on June 13, 2022 at…
Find Out Why a Career in Medicine Might Be Perfect for You with 5 Reasons Why
A career in medicine is a dream for millions for many reasons. Many people love it because of the job satisfaction that comes with it. Others love it because they would like…
Twice-deported Mexican man arrested in Iowa, sent to prison
Twice-deported Mexican man nabbed by feds after arrest in Iowa on state charges
OBIT: Peter John Children
Peter John Children, 88, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends on Saturday, June 11, 2022 at MercyOne North Iowa Hospice, Mason City, IA. A Memorial Service will be held at…
Algona man dead, Garner man injured in head-on crash on Highway 18
PALO ALTO COUNTY – An Algona man is dead and a Garner man injured in a head-on crash on Highway 18. The accident took place on Sunday, June 12, 2022. At about…
Northern Iowa domestic abuser sent to prison for illegal gun possession
SIOUX CITY – A Northern Iowa domestic abuser who illegally possessed two separate guns, on two separate occasions, was sentenced, June 3, 2022, to more than 8 years in federal prison. Demetrius…
OBIT: Ellen Darlene (Boers) McCrea
Ellen Darlene (Boers) McCrea, 100, of Eldora, Iowa passed away on Thursday, June 9, 2022, at Ramsey Village in Des Moines, Iowa. A memorial visitation will be held one hour prior to…
Now Is the Time to Improve Your Skill Set-The Whys and Hows
Learning new skills is essential to advancing in every sphere of your life. You never know when a certain skill will be necessary for you or when it can turn into a…
7 Helpful Tips To Effectively Manage Stress
Do you feel like you’re constantly under pressure? Do you feel like you can’t get a break from the stress of daily life? You’re not alone. Millions of people deal with stress…
6 Safety Tips To Follow When Riding A Bicycle
In the latest Tour de France, in 2021, over 20 bikers were injured due to accidents occurring on the road. The whole spectacle often hosts around 200 bikers, and with sometimes harsh…
Immigration Tragedy: Tractor-trailer with scores of people found on I-35 in Texas; some dead, some injured, others flee into brush
I-35, TEXAS – An Immigration tragedy unfolded in recent days when a tractor-trailer with scores of people was found on I-35 in Texas; some were dead, some injured, others fled into the…
January 6 Committee to hold second hearing Monday morning: WATCH VIDEO
Heroic Committee and witnesses to further detail Donald Trump’s attempt to stay in power despite being told repeatedly that he lost the 2020 election to Joe Biden
OBIT: Carmen Y. Dedor
Carmen Yvonne Dedor, 92, of Mason City, IA passed away Thursday, June 9, 2022 at the Heritage Care and Rehabilitation Center. Funeral services will be held at 10 AM Friday, June 17,…
What To Look For In a Personal Injury Attorney? Here’s the Answer
If you have been injured in an accident, you may be considering hiring a personal injury attorney. This is a big decision, and it is important to choose the right lawyer for…
Teenage Iowa SUV driver crosses center line, collides with motorcycle, killing driver
DALLAS COUNTY – A teenage Iowa SUV driver crossed the center line and collided with a motorcycle, killing the driver. According to the Iowa State Patrol, the accident took place on Sunday,…
OBIT: Kay Young
Kay Young, 75, of Charles City, passed away Thursday, June 9, 2022 at the 11th Street Chautauqua Guest Home in Charles City. A celebration of Kay’s life will be held privately with…
OBIT: Bert Alden Johnson
Bert Alden Johnson, 84, of Mason City, Iowa, passed away June 10, 2022 at MercyOne North Iowa Hospice. He was born January 27, 1938, in Chicago, Illinois to Alden and Helen (Ovitz)…
OBIT: Michael “Mike” Johnson
Michael “Mike” Johnson, 68, of Greene, passed away Friday, June 10, 2022 at the Floyd County Medical Center in Charles City. A private family graveside service will be held at Oakwood Cemetery…
Alcohol and rage fueled Northern Iowa man’s choking and assault of woman and child, police say
PALO ALTO COUNTY – A Northern Iowa man needed more booze, and his rage overwhelmed him as he allegedly choked a child and a woman in a ditch, police say. On Friday,…
OBIT: Gary “Woody” Woodworth
Gary “Woody” Woodworth, 78, of Charles City, passed away Sunday, June 5, 2022 at the Floyd County Medical Center in Charles City. A memorial service for Woody will be held at 11:00…
Teen shot in Fort Dodge, police seek shooter
FORT DODGE – A teen was shot in Fort Dodge, and police are seeking the shooter. On Sunday, May 29 at approximately 10:50 P.M., the Webster County Telecommunications Center received multiple calls…
Northern Iowa motorcyclist seriously hurt in accident, then given ticket
PALO ALTO COUNTY – A Northern Iowa motorcyclist was seriously hurt in an accident, then given ticket. On Thursday, May 26, 2022, at 11:31 am, the Palo Alto County Sheriff’s Office responded…
California man sent to prison for running meth from California to Iowa
Defendant was the broker between California sources of supply and an Iowa drug trafficking organization led by a three-time convicted federal felon; the methamphetamine and cocaine were sent via bulk transportation and the mail
Important Things To Consider When Choosing An Air Rifle
The world of air rifles can be a bit overwhelming especially when you’re first starting. With all of the different options available, it can be hard to know which one is right…
How To Grow From A Hobby To A Professional Business
Do you have a hobby that you love so much, you could do it all day long? Have you ever thought about turning that hobby into a professional business? It’s not as…