Robert Dean Graham, 83, of Manly, passed away surrounded by his family Tuesday, October 4, 2022 at his home. A memorial service will be held at 11am on Saturday, October 8, 2022…
Month: October 2022
Iowa meth dealer dies in prison
CORALVILLE – An Iowa meth dealer died in prison after serving less than one-third of his sentence. George Vantrece was pronounced dead due to natural causes at approximately 10:20 p.m. on Monday,…
Domestic violence fatalities in Iowa decline slightly in first eight months of 2022
DES MOINES – Twelve people lost their lives as a result of domestic violence in the first eight months of 2022. Nine women and three bystanders were killed as a result of…
3 Examples of Water Contamination in America — and How to Know if Your Tap Water is Safe
As far back as forty years ago, there have been numerous incidents where tap water in America has become contaminated with everything from radioactive waste to raw sewage. In most cases, we…
OBIT: Marjorie “Marj” Tudor
Marjorie “Marj” Tudor, 101, of Charles City, passed away Tuesday, October 4, 2022 at the 11th Street Chautauqua Guest Home in Charles City. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m….
OBIT: Joshua “Josh” Schroeder
Joshua “Josh” Schroeder, 47, of Stillwater, Minnesota, passed away October 3, 2022. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 8, 2022 at Hauser Weishaar Funeral Home in…
Iowa veterans reminded of right to time off on Veterans Day
DES MOINES – Veterans Day became a required holiday in the state of Iowa in 2010, and state law declares that veterans can have the day off.
Iowa man who used homemade chloroform, physical restraints, and threats to capture his victim sent to prison for kidnapping
SIOUX CITY – An Iowa man who kidnapped his ex-girlfriend was sentenced to more than 10 years in federal prison.
OBIT: Dallas Lamar Thoen
Dallas Lamar Thoen, 66, of Kensett, died peacefully at St. Mary’s Hospital, Rochester, MN.
Friday, September 30, 2022.
OBIT: Beverly Goodchild
Beverly Goodchild, age 85 of Mallard, passed away on Monday, October 3, 2022 at the West Bend Health and Rehabilitation Center.
U.S. military assistance to Ukraine to defeat Russian invaders now totals $17.5 billion
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. military assistance to Ukraine to defeat the invaders from Russia now totals $17.5 billion.
Northern Iowa man sent to prison for over 19 years for conspiracy to deal meth
SIOUX CITY – A Northern Iowa man has been sent to prison for over 19 years for a conspiracy to deal meth.
OBIT: Kenneth Kittleson
Kenneth B. Kittleson passed away on September 30, 2022, his 94th birthday, at Faith Lutheran Home in Osage, IA with family by his side. Ken was born on September 30, 1928, on…
OBIT: Melissa Jo Olson
Melissa Jo (Hauge) Olson, 45, Of Northwood, Iowa passed away September 16, 2022. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 8, 2022 at Schroeder & Sites Funeral…
Mason City woman wins $50,000 lottery prize
CLIVE — A Mason City woman has won a $50,000 lottery prize.
Clear Lake woman wins $10,000 lottery prize
CLIVE — A Clear Lake woman said she hardly slept after scratching off a $10,000 lottery prize.
Iowa Attorney General Miller joins lawsuit against pesticide makers for anticompetitive practices
DES MOINES – Attorney General Tom Miller has joined a bipartisan group of 10 states and the Federal Trade Commission in filing a lawsuit against pesticide makers Syngenta and Corteva.
OBIT: Linda (Sholes) Behan
Linda (Sholes) Behan, 74, of Mason City, formerly of Marshalltown, passed away on September 22, 2022.
MacNider’s Artoberfest fundraiser is Friday, October 21
MASON CITY – The Charles H. MacNider Art Museum is pleased to announce the return of its popular fall fundraiser Artoberfest.
OBIT: Mary Kramer
Mary Kramer, age 86 of Bancroft, passed away Sunday, October 2, 2022 at Accura HealthCare in Bancroft.
Taking A Deeper Dive Into The Uses Of Information Technology In Healthcare
In recent years, there has been a concerted push by the healthcare industry to integrate information technology (IT) into all aspects of care. The goal is to improve efficiency and communication, while…
Best Books to Improve Writing Skills
Good writing skills can take you far in life. Whether you’re hoping to get into a great school, land an amazing job, or simply impress your friends and family, being able to…
Man assaulted in Mason City during transaction; police arrest suspect on felony robbery charge
MASON CITY – A man was assaulted during a transaction in Mason City, and police arrested a suspect on a felony robbery charge.
Honduran man arrested in Iowa sent to prison after illegally re-entering USA after being deported
CEDAR RAPIDS – A man who illegally returned to the United States after being deported and was arrested in Iowa was sentenced to three months in federal prison.
6 Of The Most Common Car Accident Injuries
If you are involved in a car accident, there is a good chance that you will suffer some type of injury. Statistics show that most people who are injured in car accidents…
OBIT: Renee L. Wagner
Renee L. Wagner, 53, Charles City, Iowa, died Friday, September 30, 2022, at home.
OBIT: Sally Marie Younker
Sally Marie Younker. 84 of Osage passed away peacefully, Friday, September 30, 2022, at Faith Lutheran Home in Osage. A Funeral Mass will be held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, October 4, 2022, at…
Iowa man dies riding Harley-Davidson motorcycle after crashing into tractor
SHELBY COUNTY – An Iowa man died riding a Harley-Davidson motorcycle after crashing into a tractor.
Iowa man nabbed for attempted murder for allegedly stabbing another man multiple times
WEST DES MOINES – An Iowa man has been nabbed for attempted murder for allegedly stabbing another man multiple times.
UNI Wrestling to host all 2022-23 dual meets in the McLeod Center
CEDAR FALLS – UNI Athletics announced on Friday that UNI Wrestling will host all of its dual meets in the McLeod Center beginning with the 2022-23 season. Competing in the McLeod Center…
Iowa Falls teen reports to police that white male in ski mask tried to abduct her
IOWA FALLS – An Iowa Falls teen reported to police that a white male in a ski mask tried to abduct her.
Feds seize 36 million lethal doses of fentanyl from communities between May and September
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration announced the results of an enforcement operation that spanned from May to September and resulted in significant fentanyl seizures across the United States.
Iowa man faces decades behind bars for dealing heroin and fentanyl near a park
CEDAR RAPIDS – An Iowa man faces decades behind bars for dealing heroin and fentanyl near a park.
College Football: UNI defeats Indiana State, 20-14
CEDAR FALLS – UNI’s defense stepped up to the plate to halt a surging Indiana State offense on Saturday, holding off the Sycamores for a 20-14 victory inside the UNI-Dome.
College Football: Iowa beaten by Michigan, 27-10
IOWA CITY – No. 4 Michigan (5-0, 2-0) defeated Iowa (3-2, 1-1), 27-14, on Saturday at Kinnick Stadium.
Seven Americans released from captivity in Venezuela
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Seven Americans were released from captivity in Venezuela, officials said today.
Protected: Northern Iowa teen dead in auto crash as man flees cops in Mini Cooper
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Iowa man sent to prison for 3 months for storming U.S. Capitol
WASHINGTON, D.C. – An Iowa man has been sent to prison for 3 months for storming the U.S. Capitol during the treacherous insurrection of January 6, 2021.
OBIT: Daniel Johnson
Daniel E. Johnson passed away September 26, 2022, at Manly Specialty Care of an extended illness.
Protected: Northern Iowa man dead in Humboldt county auto crash
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