WASHINGTON, D.C. – Elmer Stewart Rhodes III, 58, of Granbury, Texas, the founder and leader of the Oath Keepers, and Kelly Meggs, 54, of Dunnellon, Florida, the leader of the Florida chapter of the organization, were sentenced today for seditious conspiracy and other charges related to the breach of the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.
Month: May 2023
College Baseball: Hawkeyes rally past Indiana to advance to B1G Tournament semifinals
OMAHA, Neb. – The No. 2 seeded University of Iowa Baseball team overcame a 4-1 deficit to defeat No. 2 seed Indiana, 9-4, at Charles Schwab Field to advance to the semifinals…
Police rescue woman from alleged attacker in Waverly
WAVERLY – Police in Waverly say they responded to a call for help and rescued a woman who was allegedly under attack by a male suspect.
Northern Iowa man suffers traumatic head injury after confrontation with couple on motorcycle
LAKE VIEW, IOWA – Police are seeking suspects after a Northern Iowa man suffered a traumatic head injury after a confrontation, and he was airlifted to a Des Moines hospital.
7 Tips for Avoiding a Pile Up Accident
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OBIT: Marjorie “Terri” Kavaya
Terri was born on January 22, 1935, the daughter of Fred and Anna (Delger) Terhark of Corwith, IA. She graduated in Corwith High School’s Class of 1952.
College Basketball: Iowa to face Creighton in Gavitt Games
IOWA CITY – The Big Ten and BIG EAST conferences jointly announced on Wednesday the pairings and dates for the 2023 Gavitt Tipoff Games, which include Iowa traveling to Omaha to face…
Waldorf University announces Dean’s List for Spring 2022/23 Semester.
FOREST CITY – Waldorf University is pleased to recognize students that have achieved the Dean’s List for the Spring 2023 semester. To achieve the Dean’s List, students must be full-time, attain a…
Upgrade Your Fencing Game with Electric Fences and Post Drivers Online
Fencing can be challenging, whether you are trying to keep livestock in or out of a particular area. Employing conventional fencing materials can be quite pricey, which adds to the overall cost….
OBIT: Jeannette M. McEnroe
Jeannette Marie (Buscher) McEnroe was born April 12, 1927 in Humboldt, the daughter of Joe and Marie (Schuller) Buscher. She grew up in Gilmore City for a short time before moving to Algona.
OBIT: Randle “Randy” Livingston Jr.
Randle “Randy” Livingston Jr. age 58, of Spirit Lake, Iowa, formerly of Nashua died unexpectedly at his home.
How to Effectively Manage a Remote Team
Managing a remote team has become increasingly common in today’s work environment, presenting both opportunities and challenges for leaders. As more organizations embrace remote work arrangements, it’s crucial to develop effective strategies…
Suspect charged with two home invasions in Waterloo and Cedar Falls in which sexual assaults occurred
WATERLOO – Using DNA technology, police have quickly zeroed in on and arrested a suspect in two home invasions in Waterloo and Cedar Falls in which female occupants were sexually assaulted.
College Baseball: Hawkeyes down Michigan in opening game of B1G Tournament
OMAHA, Neb. – The University of Iowa baseball team defeated Michigan, 13-3, in eight innings in the opening round of the Big Ten tournament on Tuesday afternoon at Charles Schwab Field.
Emerging Holistic Approach: Top Insights into Successful Natural Healthcare Ventures
You don’t have to be a genius (or have any experience) to know that herbal remedies and natural healthcare alternatives are increasing in popularity among the general public. People do not want…
OBIT: Ruth Bergman-Bohnsack
Ruth Bergman-Bohnsack, 87, of Rockwell, passed away Wednesday, May 17, 2023 at her home, under the care of St. Croix Hospice.
OBIT: Maxine Upmeyer
Maxine I. Upmeyer, 100, of Garner, passed away Tuesday, May 16, 2023, at Heritage Care Center in Mason City.
Kim Reynolds announces “informational webinars” on students education savings accounts
DES MOINES – Governor Reynolds has announced a schedule of informational webinars to assist parents and guardians who plan to apply for the state’s new Students First Education Savings Accounts (ESAs).
NIACC Board of Directors to meet May 25, 2023
MASON CITY – The NIACC Board of Directors is scheduled to meet May 25, 2023.
Mason City shares update on downtown road closures and Kirk Apartments debris removal
MASON CITY – City hall in Mason City provided an update with the timeline of the reopening of sidewalks and streets in the downtown area near the Kirk Apartment lot.
MacNider Museum Outdoor Art Market will be June 10 in Mason City
MASON CITY – The Charles H. MacNider Art Museum announced the annual MacNider Outdoor Art Market coming up on Saturday, June 10 from 9 am – 4 pm.
Iowa State Patrol pleads with reckless drivers to slow down as fatalities mount
IOWA CITY – As people continue to die on Iowa’s roadways at an alarming rate, the Iowa State Patrol is pleading with drivers to slow down.
College Football: 11 Hawkeyes earn preseason honors from Athlon Sports
IOWA CITY – Eleven University of Iowa football student-athletes earned preseason honors by Athlon Sports.
Northern Iowa sex offender dies in prison
CORALVILLE – A Northern Iowa sex offender has died in prison.
Maximizing Your Title Loan: How to Get More Money
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Clear Lake man ins $50,000 lottery prize
CLIVE — A Clear Lake man has won a $50,000 lottery prize.
Woman found stabbed to death in Waterloo
WATERLOO – A woman was found stabbed to death in Waterloo Sunday night, and police are seeking clues.
Floyd County Courthouse: Supervisor meeting minutes and expense report for May 15, 2023
CHARLES CITY – The following are the expenses paid by Floyd county and Board of Supervisor meeting minutes for the period ending on May 15, 2023: SUPERVIORS CURRENTLY SERVING: Mark Kuhn County…
Young man drowns in Iowa great lakes this weekend
ARNOLD’S PARK – A young man drowned in the Iowa great lakes this weekend, despite attempts to pull him from the water.
City of Mason City council meeting minutes and expense report – May 18, 2023
MASON CITY – The following are the city council meeting minutes and expenses paid by the city of Mason City for the period ending on May 18, 2023:
OBIT: Michelle Stanley
Michelle Stanley, age 55 of Humboldt, passed away Wednesday, May 17, 2023 at Unity Point Health – Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines.
Iowa man gets 100 years in prison for multiple instances of sexual abuse of child
BOONE COUNTY – An Iowa man will not see freedom for many decades – if ever – after his conviction in court for child sexual abuse crimes.
College Baseball: Hawkeyes defeat Northwestern 10-0 to wrap regular season
EVANSTON, Illinois – The University of Iowa baseball team defeated Northwestern, 10-0, on Saturday afternoon at Rocky and Berenice Miller Park.
College Baseball: Wildcats beat Hawkeyes, 6-4
EVANSTON, Illinois – The University of Iowa baseball team was defeated on Friday evening by Northwestern, 6-4, at Rocky and Berenice Miller Park.
Iowa man nabbed after allegedly burglarizing residence, then trying to burn it down
WEST DES MOINES – Police and fire fighters raced to a residence fire Friday morning in this suburb of Iowa’s capitol city and after an investigation, nabbed a suspect on felony burglary and arson charges.
Clear Lake woman wins $30,000 lottery prize
CLIVE — A Clear Lake housekeeper said it was hard to concentrate on work after she scratched off a $30,000 prize.
Hawkeye wrestlers DeSanto and Cassioppi set for Senior World Team Trials Challenge this weekend
IOWA CITY – Hawkeye Wrestling Club member Austin DeSanto and University of Iowa senior Tony Cassioppi will travel to Colorado Springs to compete in the 2023 Senior World Team Trials Challenge on Sunday.
OBIT: Harold J. Blumer
Harold J. Blumer, 88, of Garner, passed away Tuesday, May 16, 2023, at Hancock County Memorial Hospital in Britt. He was a member of the Garner United Methodist Church and a lifetime member of the Ventura Gun Club.
Iowa women’s basketball team to play in Italy and Croatia on summer tour
IOWA CITY – The University of Iowa women’s basketball team will cap its summer with a three-game tour of Southern Italy and Croatia in August, the program announced today.
OBIT: Patrick M. Kelly
Patrick M. Kelly, 63 of Guthrie, OK died December 28, 2022 in Oklahoma City, OK.