WATERLOO – An Illinois man who illegally possessed guns was sentenced to over nine years in prison in federal court in Cedar Rapids after a house was shot up. Dillon D. Grundman,…
Month: August 2022
Iowa woman sentenced to federal prison for stealing over $90K in benefits from the government
SIOUX CITY – An Iowa woman who defrauded the United States Government was sentenced August 19, 2022, to 4 months in federal prison. Margaret Ortega, age 45, from Sioux City, Iowa, received…
OBIT: Ruth Marie (Hoyt) Clingerman
Ruth Marie (Hoyt) Clingerman of Eldora passed away Monday, August 22, 2022, at Eldora Specialty Care in Eldora while under the care of Iowa Hospice. A Visitation will be held from 4:00pm…
Every Hospital Should Be Equipped With These Useful Devices
Hospitals are a vital part of society. They provide people with the care and treatment needed when they are sick or injured. However, not every hospital is equipped with the latest and…
Can CBD Vape Pen Induce Better Sleep To A Stressful Day?
CBD, or cannabidiol, has become popular in recent years for its purported health benefits, which include relief from anxiety and pain. Some are familiar with thc vape pen delivery in LA, it is…
Know These 6 Things Before Starting A Major Home Renovation Project
Renovating your home can be a daunting task. It’s a huge project that can take months (or even years) to complete, and it can be expensive, too. But if you plan and…
How To Keep Your Business Premises Clean & Professional
Maintaining clean and professional business premises is essential for any company. It sends out the message that you take your business seriously and are proud of what you do. Not only will…
OBIT: Bonnie L. Lewerke
Bonnie L. Lewerke, 82, of Mason City, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her children on Friday, August 19, 2022 at MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center. A funeral service will be held 10:30…
OBIT: Shirley Leadley
Shirley Leadley, age 95, of Humboldt, passed away on Sunday, August 21, 2022 at Greene County Medical Center in Jefferson, Iowa. Funeral services will be 2:00 PM Thursday at Our Saviour’s Lutheran…
OBIT: Dorothy I. Haskins
Dorothy I. Haskins, 98, formerly of Mason City, passed away Monday, August 22, 2022 at Martin Suites Western Home Community, Cedar Falls. A Celebration of life will be held 11:00 am Monday,…
College Football: Iowa’s Campbell, Moss named AP Preseason First Team All-America
IOWA CITY — University of Iowa senior linebacker Jack Campbell and senior defensive back Riley Moss have been named to the first team on The Associated Press Preseason All-America team.
OBIT: Ronald Peck
Ronald Peck, age 87 of Algona, passed away Tuesday, August 23, 2022 at West Bend Health and Rehabilitation in West Bend. Services are pending. lentzfuneralhome.com
OBIT: Desiman Stone
Desiman Stone, age 19 of Livermore, passed away Monday, August 22, 2022, in an auto accident. Services are currently pending. lentzfuneralhome.com
Iowa authorities file charges in May Missouri River boating fatality
LOGAN, IOWA – Iowa authorities have filed charges in a May Missouri River boating fatality accident.
North Iowa Entrepreneurs win at 2022 John Pappajohn Iowa Entrepreneurial Venture Competition
MASON CITY – The sixteenth annual John Pappajohn Iowa Entrepreneurial Venture Competition awarded $100,000 in cash prizes to nine Iowa ventures Friday, August 12.
Waterloo man arrested after over 30 shots were fired in neighborhood
WATERLOO – A Waterloo man was arrested after over 30 shots were fired in a neighborhood. On August 21, 2022, at 3:50 PM, Waterloo police officers were dispatched to the area of…
Need An Attorney? Here’s Some Important Advice
Are you looking for an attorney? If so, there are some important things to keep in mind. Hiring an attorney can be a daunting task. There are so many to choose from,…
Northern Iowa man accused of bestiality and child endangerment
EMMETSBURG – A Northern Iowa man is accused of bestiality and child endangerment.
Planning To Buy A Car? Here Are Some Helpful Tips
Are you planning to buy a car? Congratulations! This is a great milestone. Buying a car is a big purchase and responsibility. With your car, you can travel to new places, commute…
Nationwide Projects 70% of New Businesses Will Come from UBI By 2025: Why?
Most experts are of one mind regarding 2025 being a year dominated by tech solutions. However, with the recent pandemic still causing sweeping changes, most assume that the new normal is a…
OBIT: Kenneth Kuper
Kenneth John Kuper, 96, died peacefully on Saturday, August 20, 2022 of old age at Scenic Manor in Iowa Falls, Iowa with his wife of nearly 76 years, Annie Kuper (Abbas), his…
Northern Iowa man dead in accident after losing control of car on gravel road
LIVERMORE, IOWA – A Northern Iowa man is dead in an accident after losing control of his car on a gravel road.
Iowa man who robbed small town convenience store gets 17 years in prison
SIOUX CITY – An Iowa man who robbed the Country Store in Denison, Iowa, was sentenced August 4, 2022, to 17 years in federal prison.
Osage man charged with murder of Angela Bradbury, who had gone missing earlier this year
OSAGE – An Osage man is charged with first-degree murder in the death of Angela Bradbury, who had gone missing earlier this year.
Woman and teen die after driver loses control and flips vehicle into Iowa creek
DAVENPORT – A woman and a teen died after a driver lost control and flipped her vehicle into an Iowa creek. On Monday, August 22, 2022, at approximately 10:56 PM, Davenport Police,…
Five Iowa men sent to prison after cops seize 362 pounds of ice methamphetamine during Arizona traffic stop
DAVENPORT, IA – Five Burlington, Iowa men were sentenced to decades in prison for conspiring to distribute drugs in the Burlington area. The conspiracy started by at least December 1, 2019 and…
Mason City woman hurt and cited by police after driving car into ditch
MASON CITY – A Mason City woman was hurt and cited after driving her car into a ditch. On August 21, 2022, at approximately 8 PM, 19-year-old Cree RosaMarie Gobeli of Mason…
Northern Iowa man nabbed in Minnesota after attempted theft of ATM machine at bank
LEDYARD, IOWA – A Northern Iowa man was nabbed in Minnesota after the attempted theft of an ATM machine at a bank. On August 18, 2022 at about 6 AM, the Kossuth…
NIACC Pappajohn Center & SBDC recognizes Amanda Slinger of Ruff Cuts as the August 2022 Entrepreneur of the Month
MASON CITY – NIACC Pappajohn Center & SBDC recognized Amanda Slinger of Ruff Cuts as the August 2022 Entrepreneur of the Month.
Waterloo police investigating after man dies of gunshot wound
WATERLOO – Waterloo police are investigating after a man died of gunshot wound on Sunday night. On Sunday, August 21, 2022, at approximately 10:18 PM, Waterloo Police responded to the 1000 blpck…
Northern Iowa businessman crawls through fiery building to escape inferno
CRESCO, IOWA – A Northern Iowa businessman crawled through a fiery building to escape an inferno. The Cresco Fire Department responded to a Structure Fire at Good Times Bar & Grill located…
Waterloo felon shot during gunfight sent to prison for possession of a firearm
CEDAR RAPIDS – A Waterloo felon shot during a gunfight has been sent to prison for possession a firearm. Chad Lee, age 20, from Waterloo, Iowa, received more than eight years in…
OBIT: Dorothy G. Huinker
Dorothy G. Huinker, 92, of Garner passed away Sunday, August 21, 2022, at Concord Care Center. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m., Saturday, August 27, 2022, at St. Boniface Catholic Church…
State Auto Fatalities Increase More than 7% in Past Year
The number of people killed in car crashes in the United States has increased by more than 7% in the past year, a new report shows. The report released by the National…
How To Find A Great Coffee Machine For Home Use
For a variety of reasons, coffee machines have invaded the market. They allow coffee enthusiasts to become expert bartenders for a minute and brew a flawless cup of their favorite beverage in…
OBIT: Thomas Fingalsen
Thomas L. Fingalsen, 81, of Nora Springs passed away peacefully Thursday, August 18, 2022 at MercyOne North Iowa Hospice Inpatient Unit in Mason City. Visitation will be from 1:30 to 3:30 pm…
OBIT: Lowell G. Johnson
Lowell G. Johnson, 81, of Rock Falls, died on Friday, August 19, 2022 at his home. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, August 24, 2022, at 10:30 a.m., at Old…
Missouri school employee in big trouble with feds after telling Arizona election official they “will never make it to your next little board meeting”
WASHINGTON, D.C. – A Missouri man was indicted for allegedly leaving a voicemail containing a threat on the personal cell phone of an election official in the Maricopa County Recorder’s Office in…
4 Tips for Having a Memorable Honeymoon Together
Having a memorable honeymoon is a great idea for every couple. However, the moment doesn’t just happen out of the blues. You have to plan and actualize these plans before you get…
5 Healthy Relationship Habits for a Better Marriage
A good marriage requires healthy relationship habits for it to be functioning. Just like food and water to the body, you need to observe some measures to build a better marriage. Here…