IOWA CITY – After a man was shot in downtown Iowa over the weekend, a suspect is now in custody as police investigate this incident of gun violence.
Month: May 2023
How to Avoid Paying Credit Card Interest
Credit card interest is a lot like that one relative you always try to avoid at family gatherings—you know they exist, but you’d rather not deal with them. The good news is…
Beat the Heat: Key Considerations in Replacing Your Air Conditioning System
As summer approaches and temperatures rise, the importance of a reliable and efficient air conditioning system becomes paramount. Over time, air conditioning systems can deteriorate or become outdated, leading to decreased performance,…
Brandon Williamson pitch tonight for Cincinnati Reds; first-ever NIACC Trojan to play in major leagues
DENVER, CO – Former NIACC pitcher Brandon Williamson will make his major league debut Tuesday night.
OBIT: Earl B. Miner
Earl B. Miner, 72 of Mason City, passed away peacefully Saturday, May 13, 2023 at MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center surrounded by family.
OBIT: Sally Irene Anderson
Sally Irene (Hjelle) Anderson, 72, of Mason City, IA, passed away, May 14, 2023, at Good Shepherd Health Center in Mason City.
Women’s College Basketball: Hawkeyes rank second nationally in attendance
IOWA CITY — The University of Iowa women’s basketball program ranked second nationally in total attendance, welcoming a total of 200,569 fans to Carver-Hawkeye Arena in 2022-23.
OBIT: Channing R. Greer
Channing R. Greer, 24, of Mason City, passed away Thursday, May 11, 2023 at MercyOne Medical Center-North Iowa.
Why Embracing Your Intimate Self is Essential for a Happy and Healthy Life
Are you feeling disconnected from your body and sense of self? Are you seeking to learn how to be intimate with yourself, but don’t know where to start? It’s not uncommon for…
College Wrestling: Cyclones sign Junior National Champion Cody Chittum after he dumps Hawkeyes
AMES – Iowa State head coach Kevin Dresser announced the addition of Cody Chittum to the program. Chittum was ranked as the No. 1 pound-for-pound high school prospect by FloWrestling after the 2021-22 season.
Emergency abatement of Kirk Apartment Building in Mason City to begin this week
MASON CITY – A contractor has been hired to remove debris from the Kirk Apartment building in Mason City, destroyed by fire on April 24, 2023.
Three dead, several hurt in auto accidents in Cedar Rapids over weekend
CEDAR RAPIDS – Three people are dead and others hurt in auto accidents this weekend in Iowa’s second-largest city.
How to Get the Most Out of Your Septic Tank
Living in a tranquil, off-grid location offers a sense of serenity that is hard to replicate in urban environments. Whether nestled among towering trees or surrounded by vast fields, there are numerous…
Iowa law enforcement to ramp up seat belt enforcement over Memorial Day holiday
DES MOINES — The Governor’s Traffic Safety Bureau is urging Iowans to buckle up during the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) Click It or Ticket high-visibility enforcement effort. The national seat belt campaign, which coincides with the Memorial Day holiday, is May 22-June 4, 2023.
Gov. Reynolds signs law protecting trucking companies from exorbitant payouts to crash victims
DES MOINES – Governor Kim Reynolds signed into law a bill that protects trucking companies from payouts to victims exceeding $5 million fort pain and suffering.
Police announce three arrests after three men stabbed in large fight in Iowa City
IOWA CITY – Police have announced three arrests this far after three men were stabbed in a large fight in downtown Iowa City recently.
OBIT: Steven L Kalvig
Steven L. Kalvig, 66, passed away at his home Sunday, May 7th, 2023 surrounded by family.
College Tennis: Iowa State advancing in NCAA Tournament, defeats UCLA
AMES – No. 12 Iowa State (21-5, 7-2 Big 12) punched its ticket to the National Quarterfinals with a 4-1 victory over No. 20 UCLA (15-8, 6-4 Pac-12) Friday afternoon at the Ames High Tennis Complex.
Waterloo police discover deceased person on ground in cemetery
WATERLOO – Waterloo police discovered a deceased person laying on the ground in a cemetery, but no foul play is suspected.
NIACC student Oscar Madong awarded a National Community College Transfer Scholarship
Oscar Madong, a student at North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC), is one of 60 high-achieving community college students selected to receive the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation’s Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship.
Iowa City shooting leaves man with serious injuries
IOWA CITY – A suspect and his cohorts fled the scene after allegedly shooting a man and leaving him with serious injuries in downtown Iowa City this weekend.
Honduran man jailed in Waterloo for assault sent to federal prison for illegally re-entering USA
CEDAR RAPIDS – A Honduran man living in Waterloo who illegally returned to the United States after being deported was sentenced to more than two months in federal prison.
College Baseball: Hawkeyes sweep Spartans on Senior Day, 5-1
IOWA CITY – The University of Iowa baseball team defeated Michigan State, 5-1, to sweep the three-game series at Duane Banks Field on Sunday afternoon.
Four suspects arrested after two Northern Iowa residences raided for illegal drugs
WADENA, IOWA – Multiple law enforcement agencies raided two Northern Iowa residences and uncovered numerous illegal substances, cash, syringes and much more in recent search warrant executions, leading to the arrest of four suspects.
Two Iowa teens arrested in connection with shooting murder of man
DUBUQUE – After an Iowa man was brutally shot dead during an alleged robbery, a Chicago man and three Iowa teens are behind bars accused of his murder.
City of Mason City expense report – May 11, 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 11, 2023:
Three Waterloo fentanyl dealers sentenced to federal prison
CEDAR RAPIDS – Three Waterloo fentanyl dealers were sentenced to federal prison this week.
OBIT: Skylar Becker
Skylar Elliot Becker, 27, passed away Sunday, May 7, 2023. Skylar was born on February 18, 1996, in Algona, Iowa.
OBIT: Jane Hermen
Jane Hermen, 76, of Charles City, passed away Wednesday, May 10, 2023.
College Baseball: Hawkeyes take first two games of series against Michigan State
IOWA CITY – The University of Iowa baseball team defeated Michigan State, 8-6, to clinch the three-game series on Saturday afternoon at Duane Banks Field.
Fort Dodge man found shot dead, laying in the road this morning; murder suspect in custody
FORT DODGE – On young man is in custody on murder charges this morning in Fort Dodge after another man was found dead, laying in the road, due to gun shots.
OBIT: Cheryl Hanson
Cheryl Jean Fischer Hanson, daughter of Cyril and Vera (Anderson) Fischer, was born on October 12, 1938 in Kossuth County, Iowa. She passed away on May 10, 2023 at Good Samaritan Society of Estherville, at the age of 84.
OBIT: John “Jack” Munch
John Milton Munch (Jack) was born on November 21, 1939 to John Winston and Alma Munch. He was born at home in Fenton, Iowa. Jack was a member of the Fenton Fire Department and Sentral Area Ambulance for many years. He also served on the Kossuth Regional Hospital Board of Directors for 27 years.
OBIT: Patricia Ann Gribben
Patricia Ann Gribben, 81, of Mason City, Iowa, passed away on May 11, 2023, surrounded by her loved ones.
Cerro Gordo County Courthouse: Supervisor meeting minutes and expense report for May 8, 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 8, 2023:
Entering and Exiting Full Screen on a Mac Makes Many Jobs Easier
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6 Tips To Detox And Rejuvenate Your Body
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Teen shot dead in Cedar Rapids
CEDAR RAPIDS – A teen was shot dead in Cedar Rapids this week and police are seeking clues.
The Ultimate Guide to Buying Tobacco: Tips and Tricks
Buying tobacco can be overwhelming, especially if you are new to smoking. There are many different types of tobacco, each with its unique characteristics and flavor profiles. Whether you are looking for…
OBIT: John W. Fritz
John Walter Fritz went to be with the Lord on May 10, 2023, just short of his 96th birthday.