SIOUX CITY – An Iowa man will spend 11 years in prison for possessing hundreds of child porn images.
Month: January 2023
Authorities nab Waterloo strip club shooting suspect in Kansas
WATERLOO – Authorities recently nabbed a Waterloo strip club shooting suspect in Kansas.
Charles City police and U.S. Marshalls nab Arizona murder suspect
CHARLES CITY – Charles City police and U.S. Marshalls nabbed an Arizona murder suspect Friday as a school was locked down for safety.
College Wrestling: Spencer Lee opens with pin as #2 Iowa thrashes #11 Nebraska, 34-6
IOWA CITY – Three falls and a total of four bonus point wins propelled the second-ranked University of Iowa wrestling team to a 34-6 thrashing of No. 11 Nebraska on Friday night inside Carver-Hawkeye Arena.
OBIT: Robert T. Watson
Robert (Bob) Watson 96, of Mason City, Iowa passed away Sunday, January 15, 2023 at MercyOne North Iowa Hospice surrounded by family. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Clear Lake’s Seawall placed on the National Register of Historic Places
CLEAR LAKE – The City of Clear Lake and Clear Lake Historical Society announced that on Friday, January 6, 2023 they received notice from the National Historic Landmarks Program of the National Park Service that Clear Lake’s Seawall, constructed in May of 1936, has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Kim Reynolds offers Iowans a letter explaining “school choice” as debate on tax dollars for private school vouchers opens Monday
DES MOINES – Iowans flooded the state Capitol last week to complain (or some to show support) for tax dollars flowing to vouchers for private schools, and Governor Kim Reynolds is offering a letter of explanation to citizens on the matter.
Hampton soccer coach charged with sexual exploitation of minor
HAMPTON – A Hampton soccer coach and educator is charged with sexual exploitation of minor.
OBIT: David Allen “Goat” Simpson
David Allen “Goat” Simpson, the son of R. Dwight and Deona (Johnston) Simpson was born on June 23, 1952 in Algona, Iowa. He passed away on January 16, 2023 in Graettinger, Iowa at the age of 70 years.
Waldorf University Men’s Wrestling to host second annual Battle at the Boman with special guests Dan Gable and Steve Miller
FOREST CITY – The Waldorf University Men’s Wrestling team will once again take center stage at the Boman Fine Arts Center on Wednesday, Jan. 25th during the Battle at the Boman event.
OBIT: Winifred Eileen “Winnie” Mack
Winifred Eileen “Winnie” Mack was born on June 25, 1921, in Harcourt, IA. On Tuesday, January 17, 2023, Winnie passed from this life at the age of 101 years.
Ohio woman hurt after rolling car on an icy Northern Iowa roadway
BUCHANAN COUNTY, IOWA – An Ohio woman was hurt after rolling her car on an icy Northern Iowa roadway.
Mason City man charged in connection with recent armed robbery of Casey’s store
MASON CITY – A Mason City man has been charged in connection with the recent armed robbery of a North End Casey’s store.
College Basketball: Iowa prepares for crucial road games at Ohio State and Michigan State
IOWA CITY – Iowa has vaulted into contention once again in the Big Ten Conference and has two crucial road games coming up against Ohio State and Michigan State.
OBIT: Carol J. Bahnsen
Carol J. Bahnsen, 76, of Mason City, passed away on Sunday, January 15, 2023, at Kentucky Ridge.
OBIT: O. Keith Bowman
After graduating with a B.S. in Architectural Engineering in 1954, Keith spent a short time working for Henkel Construction in Mason City. He then spent two years in the U.S. Air Force, serving in Libya, Turkey, and Sioux City. Keith was discharged from the Reserves with the rank of Captain.
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College Baseball: Iowa’s Langenberg named preseason Big Ten Pitcher of the Year
IOWA CITY – University of Iowa junior starting pitcher Ty Langenberg was named the preseason Big Ten Pitcher of the Year by Perfect Game, it was announced Friday.
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OBIT: Merri A Matteson
Merri A. (Edgar) Matteson, 74, of Clear Lake, Iowa, died Friday (Jan. 13, 2023) at MercyOne North Iowa Hospice after several months of declining health.
OBIT: Nancy Sherrill Ingham
Nancy Sherrill (Nelson) Ingham, 85, passed away Sunday, January 15, 2023 at Hancock County Health Systems, Britt, Iowa.
Hackers gain access to up to 37 million T-Mobile cell phone customer accounts
BELLEVUE, WA – T-Mobile cell phone provider is currently in the process of informing up to 37 million impacted customers that hackers breached their data.
Northern Iowa wife viciously attacks husband with sword, charged with attempted murder
HAWKEYE, IOWA – A Northern Iowa wife allegedly viciously attacked her husband with sword, and stands charged with attempted murder.
Public invited to workshop and input into comprehensive plan for Mason City, Clear Lake, and much of Cerro Gordo county
MASON CITY – The joint comprehensive plan for Clear Lake, Mason City, and the unincorporated areas of Cerro Gordo County is underway. A series of public design workshops has been scheduled for Mason City and Clear Lake. All County residents are encouraged to attend.
Iowa woman found dead in her suburban home, boyfriend found dead nearby
WINDSOR HEIGHTS, IOWA – An Iowa woman was found dead in her suburban home and her boyfriend was found dead in a nearby suburb.
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds announces new staff to administration
DES MOINES – Governor Kim Reynolds announced additional staff to join her current administration.
Women’s College Basketball: UNI romps over Valparaiso, 89-56
CEDAR FALLS – The Panthers put together their second wire-to-wire performance in Missouri Valley Conference action in an 89-56 win over the Valparaiso Beacons.
College Basketball: UNI defeats Illinois State Redbirds, 65-63
CEDAR FALLS – UNI men’s basketball fought off a furious second half effort by Illinois State and rode the hot hand of freshman guard Trey Campbell to victory as the Panthers defeated the Redbirds 65-63 on Wednesday night inside the McLeod Center.
NFL Football: Vikings fire defensive coordinator after first round playoff loss
MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – The Minnesota Vikings were bounced early from the playoffs this season by the New York Giants, and the first firing from that debacle is defensive coordinator Ed Donatell.
OBIT: Richard “Dick” Dean Fessler
Swaledale-Richard “Dick” Fessler 72, died Thursday, January 12, 2023, at the MercyOne North Iowa Hospice, Mason City.
College Basketball: Iowa’s Kris Murray named to Oscar Robertson Midseason List
IOWA CITY – University of Iowa junior forward Kris Murray has been named to the Oscar Robertson Trophy Midseason Watch List.
OBIT: Margaret Ellen Miller
Margaret Ellen Miller, 74, of Manly, IA, passed away unexpectedly January 9, 2023 at her home in Manly.
OBIT: Gary Alan Pangburn
Gary Alan Pangburn, 60, of Northwood, passed away on January 5, 2023 at his home.
Investigation concludes no fault for officers after Iowa teen shot 14 times by police after asking him to drop gun
Teen pointed gun at officers, refused to comply with at least 70 requests to drop the firearm, then was shot 14 times in front of family.
OBIT: Rodney Appel
Rodney Appel, 87, of Charles City, passed away Monday, January 9, 2023 at the Floyd County Medical Center with his family by his side.
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Women’s College Basketball: : No. 10 Hawkeyes def. Michigan State, 84-81 (OT)
EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN – No. 10/9 Iowa dropped Michigan State in overtime, 84-81, inside the Breslin Center on Wednesday night.
Iowa middle school teacher pleads guilty in federal court to child sex crime; 10 years in prison minimum
SIOUX CITY – An Iowa middle school teacher pled guilty January 13, 2023, in federal court in Sioux City to enticement of a minor, offering $200 cash and some Trulys to decoy posing as a child.
OBIT: Frances Wilson
Frances Wilson, 80, of Charles City, passed away Friday, January 13, 2023 at the Floyd County Medical Center in Charles City.