WASHINGTON, D.C. — Consumers should be vigilant in checking their financial accounts, as some banks may illegally and unilaterally open or re-open accounts and charge junk fees, overdraft fees, and incur negative marks to credit scores.
Month: May 2023
OBIT: Gary Denniston
Gary Denniston, 82, of Charles City, died of pancreatic cancer on Tuesday, May 16, 2023 in the palliative care unit of the Mayo Clinic Hospital in Rochester, Minnesota.
OBIT: Dolores Eileen Tinius
Dolores Tinius, 90, of Charles City, passed away on May 17th, 2023. Dolores was a member of the First Congregation Church where she enjoyed her Tuesday Bible Study group and cherished the people there.
Real Estate Syndication vs. REIT: Which is Better?
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Key Facts About Millennials and Credit
As the largest generation in history, millennials have been the subject of much discussion and scrutiny. One topic that has received considerable attention is how this generation handles debt and credit. There…
OBIT: Donald “Roundy/Rounder” Neil Helmers
Donald “Roundy/Rounder” Neil Helmers was born on July 16, 1928 in rural Emmet County, Iowa to Neil and Susie (Burt) Helmers. He passed away on May 11, 2023 surrounded by his family at Avera Holy Family Hospital in Estherville at the age of 94 years.
Worth County Courthouse: Supervisor meeting minutes and expense report for May 15, 2023
NORTHWOOD – The following are the expenses paid by Worth county and Board of Supervisor meeting minutes for the period ending on May 15, 2023:
OBIT: Kieth Marland Hildreth
Kieth Marland Hildreth, son of William Frank and Lena Viola (Whiteford) Hildreth, was born September 21, 1932, in Dickinson County, Iowa. Kieth attended rural Emmet County and Estherville High Schools.
Former Hawkeye star Monika Czinano waived by WNBA’s Los Angeles Sparks
LOS ANGELES – Former Hawkeye star Monika Czinano was waived by WNBA’s Los Angeles Sparks this week, just prior to the season starting.
OBIT: Susan Marie Benson
Susan Marie Benson, 59, of Mason City, passed away on Wednesday, May 17, 2023.
Northern Iowa farmer dies when tractor swiped by truck, overturns in ditch
ROCK RAPIDS, IOWA – A Northern Iowa farmer died in an accident Wednesday when the tractor he was operating was sideswiped by a tank truck and sent into a ditch.
College Baseball: Hawkeyes dominate Wildcats, 15-3
EVANSTON, Illinois – The University of Iowa baseball team defeated Northwestern, 15-3, on Thursday evening at Rocky and Berenice Miller Park.
Smoke from Canadian fires expected to impact Iowa today and tomorrow
DES MOINES – An approaching cold front is pulling smoke from Canadian wildfires down to ground level, and areas of unhealthy, very unhealthy, and hazardous air quality are being measured across much of Alberta, Saskatchewan, Montana, Minnesota, and North and South Dakota. This smoke is expected to impact Iowa today and tomorrow.
OBIT: Terry Lee Murphy
Terry Murphy, 67, of Hampton, passed away Monday, May 15, 2023, at his home.
Global temperatures set to reach new records in next five years, caused by humans, agency says
GENEVA – Global temperatures are likely to surge to record levels in the next five years, fuelled by heat-trapping greenhouse gases and a naturally occurring El Niño event, according to a new update issued by the World Meteorological Organization.
University of Iowa Athletics announces major fundraising campaign to benefit Hawkeye women’s sports teams
IOWA CITY – The Iowa Athletics Department announced the Hawkeye Women: RISE campaign, a transformational campaign that will benefit all women’s teams at Iowa.
Iowa Capitol: Rep. Sharon Steckman gives comprehensive overview of 2023 Iowa Legislative session
The following is a legislative update from Democratic Rep. Sharon Steckman, serving her sixth term in the Iowa House, representing District 53 – the middle-third of Cerro Gordo county – in the Iowa Legislature:
Northern Iowa man sent to prison for importing meth to area from California and Nevada
SIOUX CITY – A Northern Iowa man conspired to obtain meth from Nevada and California for distribution in the area, and faces at least a decade behind bars.
OBIT: Kay A. Spinks
Kay Arlene Spinks was born June 25, 1938, the daughter of Kenneth and Mildred (Lappe) Ditsworth. She grew up in Bancroft and graduated from St. John’s Catholic School.
College Basketball: Hawkeyes draw top-25 attendance again this year
IOWA CITY – The University of Iowa men’s basketball team ranked 24th nationally in attendance, averaging 12,371 fans at its 17 home contests in 2022-23.
NIACC honored 56 student leaders at 33rd annual Pathways to Success event
MASON CITY – North Iowa Area Community College recognized 56 student leaders at the 33rd annual Pathways to Success event held in the North Iowa Community Auditorium.
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The Legal Edge: How Legal Warriors Can Change Your Life
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NIACC track and field team set to compete at nationals
HOBBS, N.M. – The NIACC men’s track and field team will compete in four events and the women’s team will compete in three events at the NJCAA Division I championships Thursday through Saturday at the Ross Black Field of Champions on the New Mexico Junior College campus.
OBIT: Carol Wicks
Carol Hilda Wicks, the daughter of Carl and Nellie (Nielsen) Wicks was born November 4th, 1953 at Holy Family Hospital in Estherville, Iowa. She died May 11, 2023 at her home in Graettinger, Iowa, at the age of 69.
Cops raid Northern Iowa residence, arrest women on drug possession and child endangerment charges
CLERMONT, IOWA – A Northern Iowa woman is behind bars after cops raided a residence and found illegal meth and marijuana.
Several NIACC baseball players receive all-region honors
MASON CITY – NIACC’s Ben Rosin and Adam Berghult were both selected to the 2023 ICCAC Division II baseball all-region first team.
United States files complaint alleging Iowa surgeon caused submission of false claims to Medicare
The complaint alleges that from approximately August 2014 to August 2019, a plastic surgeon practicing in Iowa during that time submitted or caused to be submitted false claims for healthcare services to government payors, including Medicare.
Former NIACC pitcher Brandon Williamson shines in MLB debut with Cincinnati Reds
DENVER – Former NIACC pitcher Brandon Williamson made his Major League Baseball debut Tuesday night for the Cincinnati Reds.
Northern Iowa man barricades himself in garage as police arrive to thwart domestic incident
FAIRBANK, IOWA – A Northern Iowa man barricaded himself in a garage as police arrived to thwart a violent domestic incident.
OBIT: Harold J. Blumer
Harold J. Blumer, 88, of Garner, passed away Tuesday, May 16, 2023, at Hancock County Memorial Hospital in Britt.
Cerro Gordo County Courthouse: Supervisor meeting minutes and expense report for May 15, 2023
MASON CITY – The following are the expenses paid by Cerro Gordo county and Board of Supervisor meeting minutes for the period ending on May 15, 2023:
Mason City police seek help locating missing man
MASON CITY – Mason City police are asking for help in locating a missing man, gone since February.
Kirk Apartments should be fully demolished by end of week, Mason City town hall says
MASON CITY – An update on the demolition of the Kirk Apartments in downtown Mason City was provided by city hall, and the building should be gone by the end of the week.
Gov. Reynolds signs bill to combat human trafficking in Iowa
DES MOINES – Governor Kim Reynolds signed a bill into law designed to combat and thwart human trafficking in Iowa.
OBIT: Alice L. Bartelt
A funeral service for Alice L. Bartelt, 89, of Titonka, will be Saturday, May 27, 2023, at 10:00 AM at Good Hope Lutheran Church in Titonka.
OBIT: Merlin “Red” Madsen
Merlin “Red” Madsen, age 92, of Burt, passed away on Monday May 8, 2023 at the Algona Manor Care Center.
Scam phone calls plaguing citizens, Mason City police say
MASON CITY – Police in Mason City are alerting citizens to a various attempts by scammers to dupe unsuspecting phone users into gicing up their hard-earned cash.
College Football: Iowa opens conference season with prime time CBS night game at Penn State
IOWA CITY – The University of Iowa football team will open 2023 Big Ten Conference action in prime time, as the Sept. 23 contest at Penn State will kickoff at 7 p.m. CT on CBS.
Exploring the Thrill of the Game: A Look at Why People Love Gambling
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