Tom Swanson, 82, of Mesa, Arizona, formerly of Nora Springs and Mason City, Iowa, passed away on Thursday, May 10, 2023, at Banner Desert Hospital in Mesa after battling several health issues the past few years.
Month: May 2023
JUCO Baseball: NIACC tops Northeast CC 5-4 in regional tourney opener
WEST BURLINGTON – The fifth-seeded NIACC baseball team advanced to the second round of the NJCAA Region 11 tournament with a come-from-behind 5-4 win over fourth-seed Northeast CC.
Gov. Reynolds signs several bills into law
DES MOINES – Today, Governor Kim Reynolds signed the following bills into law:
OBIT: Steven Thomas Hobbs
Steven Thomas Hobbs, 52, passed away on Tuesday, May 2, 2023 at the Iowa Veterans Hospital in Des Moines, IA. Steven was born on September 6, 1970, the son of Dennis and Diana (Stricker) Hobbs of Mason City, IA.
OBIT: Patsy Lee Booth
Patsy Lee (Hummel) Booth, 87, of Hampton, Iowa passed away May 8, 2023, at Franklin General Hospital.
JUCO Baseball: NIACC’s Mollett earns ICCAC pitcher of week honor
MASON CITY – NIACC’s Jaiden Mollett was selected as the ICCAC Division II pitcher of the week for the week of May 1-7.
The Science Behind CBD: How It Works and Why It’s So Effective
Cannabidiol (CBD) is one of the most popular natural remedies available today. It’s gaining more and more traction as a potential treatment for a wide range of conditions, from chronic pain to…
OBIT: Loren Jacobson
Loren Varland Jacobson, age 81, of Clive, Iowa passed away peacefully in the early morning hours on May 4, 2023.
OBIT: Norman Kent Orlowski
Norman Kent Orlowski, 66, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, May 7, 2023 in his Manly, IA home.
5 Ideas to Inspire Your Next Work Social Event
Every business with employees should make a push to host occasional work social events. These are a great way to get out of the usual work setting, allowing employees to network and…
LISTEN TO YOUR CUSTOMERS: HOW DOES THE METAVERSE MEET THEIR MARKET NEEDS?
In today’s world, the needs and desires of customers are constantly evolving. Therefore, to succeed in business, listening to your audience and adapting to their needs is vital. In this sense, the…
BITCOIN IN TIMES OF CRISIS: OPPORTUNITY OR RISK?
In times of economic and financial crisis, investors constantly seek ways to protect their financial assets. Bitcoin, a decentralized cryptocurrency without government backing, has been seen as an attractive alternative to traditional…
Teen felon arrested in Waterloo after 14-year-old shot and hospitalized
WATERLOO – One teen is shot in Waterloo, and another teen felon illegally armed with a gun who allegedly did the shooting is behind bars.
Congressman George Santos charged with fraud, money laundering, theft of public funds, and false statements
CENTRAL ISLIP, NY – A 13-count indictment was unsealed today in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York charging George Anthony Devolder Santos, better known as “George Santos,” a United States Congressman representing the Third District of New York, with seven counts of wire fraud, three counts of money laundering, one count of theft of public funds, and two counts of making materially false statements to the House of Representatives.
Iowa men’s and women’s basketball to play doubleheader in Des Moines at Wells Fargo Arena this December
IOWA CITY – The University of Iowa men’s and women’s basketball teams will play a doubleheader at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines on Dec. 16, 2023.
NIACC baseball team begins regional tourney trek against Northeast CC
WEST BURLINGTON – The NIACC baseball team earned the fifth-seed for the NJCAA Region 11 tournament at Community Field, the home of the Burlington Bees.
Infant killed by dog in Waterloo
WATERLOO – An infant was killed by a dog in Waterloo, and a woman was flown to a hospital with serious injuries caused by the animal.
OBIT: Irene M. Wempen
Irene Mae (Thompson) Wempen was born to Lauren and Goldie (Steele) Thompson on July 2, 1925 on the “Hook Farm” southwest of Buffalo Center.
Mason City woman sent to federal prison for 5 years for dealing meth
At the plea hearing, Graham admitted that in November of 2022, she sold methamphetamine in up to ounce quantities to a confidential source on three separate occasions in Mason City.
OBIT: Kathleen “Kitty” Kellogg
Kathleen “Kitty” Kellogg, 75, of Charles City, IA, was granted her angel wings and was finally able to go to her eternal home on Tuesday, May 9th, 2023, from the 11th Street Chautauqua Guest Home in Charles City with her loving family at her side.
OBIT: Alberta R Robinette
Alberta R. Robinette, 81 of Mason City passed away peacefully Saturday, May 6, 2023 at Good Shepherd Health Center.
Murder suspect who had been staying in Northern Iowa flees country; parents arrested for aiding his escape
JOHNSON COUNTY – A man who allegedly attempted to strangle a person to death and was set free by a judge to stay with family in Northern Iowa has escaped the country, and his parents are now charged with aiding and abetting his escape.
Donald Trump ordered to pay writer E. Jean Carroll $5 million for abusing her in a dressing room
NEW YORK – A jury today swiftly returned a favorable verdict for an elderly woman who accused Donald Trump of attacking her in a dressing room back in the 1990’s.
Mason City meth manufacturer sent back to prison for violating terms of his release from captivity
SIOUX CITY – A Mason City man who violated his supervised release by selling methamphetamine has been sentenced to more than three years in federal prison.
OBIT: Beverly Sherwood
Beverly Sherwood, age 93 of Humboldt, passed away Monday, May 8, 2023 at the Humboldt County Memorial Hospital Longterm Care.
University of Iowa investigating online sports betting involving student-athletes
IOWA CITY – The University of Iowa is involved in an investigation into possible online betting involving student athletes at this time.
Iowa State investigating online sports betting involving student-athletes
AMES – Iowa State University athletics this week announced that an investigation into possible online betting involving student athletes is underway at this time.
Gov. Reynolds issues disaster proclamation for five counties in response to severe weather
DES MOINES – Gov. Kim Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation for Benton, Iowa, Jasper, Muscatine, and Poweshiek counties in response to severe weather that occurred on May 7.
Iowans terrified when bullets fired from nearby highway piece their home and land on bed they were sleeping in
BURLINGTON – Bullets fired from a nearby highway struck the home of sleeping Iowans, piecing their home and landing on the bed they were sleeping in.
11 Wellness Tips for Veterans
Shifting from military to civilian life can be tough for many veterans. Getting used to new habits and fitting into a different setting might considerably affect their health and general well-being. In…
7 Tips for Providing a Comfortable Lifestyle to Your Elderly
In previous years, the U.S. life expectancy has increased by 30 years. We often see such statistics and emphasis on improving the average life expectancy for older people. However, as with many…
OBIT: Alan Edward Merfeld
Alan Edward Merfeld, passed away on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022, at Good Samaritan Hospital. Alan was born on February 19, 1948, in Mason City, Iowa to Edward and Audrey (Campbell) of Marble Rock, Iowa.
Improving Girls Perception of Computer Science
In recent years, the objective of exposing girls to Computer Science as a career option has led to research directed towards gaming activities specifically designed for them. These activities include both game…
OBIT: James Lundt
James Lundt, 73, of Rockwell, died Thursday, May 4, 2023, at MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center.
Worth County Courthouse: Supervisor meeting minutes and expense report for May 1, 2023
NORTHWOOD – The following are the expenses paid by Worth county and Board of Supervisor meeting minutes for the period ending on May 1, 2023:
College Football: Iowa State’s Remsburg, Vaughn earn Nick Bassett Perseverance Award
AMES – Iowa State head football coach Matt Campbell announced Monday that seniors Jake Remsburg and Gerry Vaughn are this season’s recipients of the Nick Bassett Perseverance Award.
College Basketball: Iowa lands another top Missouri Valley Conference transfer player in Even Brauns
IOWA CITY – University of Iowa head men’s basketball coach Fran McCaffery announced on Monday that Belmont transfer and Iowa City native Even Brauns has signed with the University of Iowa.
Northern Iowa school bus driver cited after pulling into path of semi, causing collision that sent kids to hospital
EMMET COUNTY – A traffic accident between a semi tractor trailer and a school bus recently led to two children being treated at an Estherville Hospital, authorities say.
Iowa man suffering from gun shot wounds to both legs flees cops
BURLINGTON – An Iowa man suffering from gun shot wounds to both legs managed to flee from cops Sunday afternoon.
OBIT: Beryl Jean McGee
Beryl Jean McGee, 88 of Greene, died Sunday, May 7, 2023, at Valley View Care Center, Greene.