ALTOONA, IOWA – An Iowa man is dead in an apparent shooting. On August 10, 2022 at approximately 7:40 PM, Altoona, Iowa officers were called to the 2200 block of 3rd Ave…
Month: August 2022
Can Iowa’s Keegan Murray cut it in the NBA?
To suggest that the last few months have been anything but a whirlwind for Keegan Murray would be somewhat misleading what with the soon-to-be 22-year-old having been drafted to the NBA but…
OBIT: Kenneth “Ken” Rindels
Kenneth “Ken” Rindels, 85, of Charles City, passed away Thursday, August 11, 2022 at the Iowa City VA Health Care System in Iowa City after a three-year battle with ALS. A funeral…
OBIT: Richard A. Feaster
In lieu of flowers memorials can be made in Richard’s name to Hospice of the Heartland or to the Kossuth County Cancer Foundation. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 A.M. on…
7 Things That Will Make Your Camping Trip The Most Memorable
Camping is one of the most rewarding and memorable experiences that a person can have. It allows you to get up close and personal with nature while enjoying all the comforts of…
OBIT: Doris L. Goll
Doris L. Goll, 96, of Garner passed away Friday, August 12, 2022, at Concord Care Center In Garner. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, August 17, 2022, at Zion…
OBIT: Dennis J. Plathe
A funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, August 15, 2022 at Divine Mercy Parish ~ St. Joseph Catholic Church in Wesley. Inurnment will be in St. Joseph Catholic…
The Main Benefits Of Value Stream Map Consulting
Businesses these days are always looking for ways to improve efficiency and optimize their operations. One way to achieve this is through value stream mapping consulting. Value stream mapping is a process…
MacNider: Off the Clock offered on August 26
MASON CITY – On Friday, August 26 from 5-7 pm the Charles H. MacNider Art Museum will be hosting another afterhours session of MacNider: Off the Clock. This is a great opportunity…
OBIT: Brenda Lee Lentsch
Brenda Lentsch, 61, of Whittemore, Iowa, died Tuesday, August 2, 2022, at her home. A funeral service for Brenda will be held 10:00 AM Saturday, August 6, at Oakcrest Funeral Services in…
Iowa man sent to prison for 27 years for child porn offenses
DES MOINES – An Iowa man has been sent to prison for 27 years for child porn offenses. Chase Anthony Duncan, age 38, formerly of Grimes, was sentenced on August 11, 2022,…
OBIT: Yvonne Ann Holtzbauer
A funeral mass for Yvonne Holtzbauer of Algona will be held Friday, August 12, 2022, at 10:30 AM at Divine Mercy Parish ~ St. Cecelia Catholic Church in Algona. The funeral will…
OBIT: Penny L. Claypool
Penny L. Claypool, 63, of Mason City passed away peacefully with family at her side on Saturday, August 13, 2022 at the MercyOne North Iowa Hospice Inpatient Unit in Mason City. A…
Minnesota woman arrested on numerous charges after crimes in Estherville
ESTHERVILLE – A Minnesota woman was arrested on numerous charges after crimes in Estherville. On Monday, August 8, 2022, at 8:11 p.m. the Palo Alto County Sheriff’s Office was asked for assistance…
A Step-by-Step Guide to Playing Online Casino for the First Time
Navigating a gambling site for the first time can be overwhelming. There are many games, various bet types, and various payment options. Most newbies find this overbearing; hoping to try out everything…
OBIT: Thomas J. Brown
Thomas J. Brown died doing what he loved, riding his Harley, Friday, August 12, 2022 near Lusk, Wyoming after an unforgettable week-long trip to Sturgis. Arrangements are pending. In lieu of customary…
Northern Iowa man arrested after incident in Clarksville
CLARKSVILLE – A Northern Iowa man was arrested after incident in Clarksville Sunday afternoon. On August 14 at 1:46 PM, The Clarksville Police received a call of a subject escalating out of…
OBIT: Doris Kemna
Doris Ann Kemna, 89 of Grimes formerly of Bancroft, went to her heavenly home on August 7, 2022. A funeral Mass will be held Friday, August 12, 2022, at 3:00 PM at…
OBIT: PAUL E. “GENE” BERGER
Paul Eugene “Gene” Berger was born May 27, 1964, in Mason City, Iowa to Paul and Theresa (Lickteig) Berger. Gene was born seven months after his father and brother were killed due…
UNI wrestling signs two-time national champion from NIACC
CEDAR FALLS – NIACC’s two-time national champion Christian Minto will bring his 29-match collegiate winning streak to UNI wrestling for the 2023 team. Minto, who was a perfect 29-0 in his last…
Waterloo cops subdue aggressive man with knife, take him in for mental evaluation
WATERLOO – Waterloo cops subdued an aggressive man with a knife and took him in for a mental evaluation. At approximately 8:09 AM on Thursday, August 11, 2022, Waterloo Police Officers were…
OBIT: Michael R. Williams
Michael R. Williams, 64, of Garner passed away unexpectedly Saturday, August 13, 2022, at MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center in Mason City. Per his wishes, his body was cremated and there will…
Mexican man living in Iowa with false doc’s sent to federal prison
CEDAR RAPIDS – A Mexican man who presented false identification documentation and who was in possession of false documents was sentenced to over four months in federal prison. Lino Suastegui-Leon, age 49,…
Iranian terrorist caught after plot to murder former National Security Advisor John Bolton
WASHINGTON, D.C. – An Iranian national and member of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) was charged by complaint, unsealed today in the District of Columbia, with use of interstate commerce facilities…
OBIT: Connie Elbert
Connie Elbert, age 74 of Burt, passed away on Thursday, August 11, 2022 at the Kossuth Regional Health Center in Algona. Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 AM on Tuesday at…
OBIT: Steven R. Fox
Steven R Fox, 73 of Mason City passed away peacefully Thursday, August 11, 2022 at the Westview Care Center in Britt, with family at his side. Visitation will be held from 2:00…
OBIT: Jeanette I. Diekhuis
Jeanette Diekhuis, 91, of Clear Lake and formerly of Mason City, passed away Thursday, August 11, 2022 at the IOOF Home in Mason City. Visitation will be held 11:00 am until 1:00…
Mason City woman wins $10,000 lottery prize
CLIVE — A Mason City woman has won a $10,000 lottery prize. Lori Hutchison won the 46th prize of $10,000 in the Iowa Lottery’s “$100,000 Mega Crossword” scratch game. She purchased her…
Northern Iowa man accused of lascivious conduct with a minor
PALO ALTO COUNTY – A Northern Iowa man is accused of lascivious conduct with a minor. On July 22, 2022 at 8:55 AM, the Palo Alto County Sheriff’s Office arrested 64-year-old Michael…
Iowa State student found deceased on apartment balcony; police investigating
AMES – An Iowa State student was found deceased on an apartment balcony and police are investigating. On August 10, 2022, at 11:40 AM, Ames police were called to 425 Welch Ave….
Police, emergency personnel to conduct drills at Spencer High School August 15
SPENCER, IOWA — The Spencer Community School District is collaborating with the City of Spencer’s law enforcement and emergency services to conduct training and drills ahead of the 2022-23 school year. The…
Gov. Reynolds files motion to challenge injunction on Fetal Heartbeat Bill
DES MOINES — Today Governor Kim Reynolds, represented by Alliance Defending Freedom and Iowa attorney Alan Ostergren, has filed a motion requesting the district court to lift the injunction of Iowa’s fetal heartbeat bill. “The historic U.S….
Florida Sports Betting Currently Paused; What’s Next in Line for the Sunshine State in 2023?
Florida sports betting vanished just as soon as it appeared. After several court decisions against the legitimacy of sports betting in Florida, Hard Rock withdrew its sportsbook app in December 2021. The…
Protected: Iowa man resists arrest in Clarksville, before cops subdue him
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OBIT: Judith Ann Borchardt
Judith Ann (Schwartz) Borchardt went home to be with the Lord on August 4, 2022. A Celebration of Life Service will be held 11:00am, Saturday, August 20, at Ward-Van Slyke Colonial Chapel,…
OBIT: Darlene Carol Pope
Darlene Carol (Baldwin) Pope, 80, of Britt, IA, passed away August 6, 2022 at Hancock County Memorial Hospital in Britt. Darlene was born October 19, 1941, in Wisconsin, daughter of Kenneth and…
Charles City man arrested on homicide by vehicle charge in connection to fatal accident that killed Mason City man
MASON CITY – A Charles City man has been arrested on homicide by vehicle charge in connection to fatal accident that killed Mason City man. On July 25, 2022, at about 11:10…
OBIT: Kathryn Zelenak
Kathryn Catilda Rizzo Zelenak, 96, of Charles City, passed away Wednesday, August 10, 2022 due to complications of a fall. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, August…
Mason City school district releases new logos; Mohawk out, Riverhawk in
MASON CITY – Mason City Community School District has new District and Athletics logos. The Mohawk is out, the Riverhawk is in. The Mason City school district today sent style guides, as…
Woman shot outside bar in Iowa City
IOWA CITY – A woman shot outside a bar in Iowa City and seriously injured, police say. On Sunday, August 7, 2022, at 2:24 AM, Iowa City Police responded to the H-Bar,…