Carol Banner, 79, of Iowa Falls, passed away Friday, June 16, 2023 at Independence Village in Waukee.
Month: June 2023
OBIT: Dennis E. Holmes
Dennis E. Holmes, 83, died Friday, June 16, 2023, at Good Samaritan Society in Algona. In the fall of 1961, Dennis began his brilliant teaching career in Lu Verne, IA.
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Whether you’re a small fleet owner or a large logistics company, modern technology can help. It can improve safety, reduce costs, increase productivity, and enhance customer satisfaction. You can use GPS tracking,…
OBIT: Carmen Iris Bultron Casas
Carmen Iris Bultron Casas, 58, of Meservey, passed away Monday, June 12, 2023, at her home.
OBIT: Fred John Bartels
Fred Bartels, age 79, passed away on Thursday, June 8, 2023 at his home in Riceville. Fred attended country school until 8th grade and graduated from Riceville High School in 1962.
OBIT: Jerry Collins
Jerry Collins, 81, passed away Monday, June 5, 2023, at Harmony House in Waterloo. Jerry was born July 29, 1941, in Dumont.
OBIT: Dr. Richard D Erbes
We regret to announce the passing of Dr. Richard Dean Erbes of Estherville, Iowa on June 9, 2023 at the age of 71. Rick passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family.
OBIT: Elton E. Wood
Elton Wood, 91, of Whittemore, died Saturday at Good Samaritan Society, Algona. Elton Eugene Wood was born March 12, 1932, to Walter and Lillie (Moore) Wood on a farm in Sherman Township in Kossuth County.
Northern Iowa man accused of sexual abuse of child
FAYETTE COUNTY – A Northern Iowa man was arrested after he was accused of sexual abuse of child.
Three Iowans dead after truck rolls, strikes Harley-Davidson motorcycle
HARRISON COUNTY – Three Iowans died after a truck rolled while failing to negotiate a curve, striking a motorcycle, and another man only survived after dumping his bike to evade deletion.
Police nab wanted Floyd county sex offender
FAYETTE COUNTY – A wanted Floyd county sex offender was banned by cops and taken to jail.
College Football: 10 Hawkeyes earn preseason honors from Phil Steele
IOWA CITY – Ten University of Iowa football student-athletes garnered preseason honors from Phil Steele, it was announced Monday.
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OBIT: Rosemary Ward
Rosemary Ward, 90, a resident of Apple Valley Place in Clear Lake, IA, died Thursday, June 8, 2023, at the MercyOne Hospice Inpatient Unit, Mason City, IA. Rosemary was born February 16, 1933, at home in Clear Lake.
OBIT: Sheldon K. Benoy
Sheldon Kay Benoy of Lakota, (formerly of Truman, MN) passed away June 13, 2023, at his home.
OBIT: Susan Jane Dieterich
Susan Jane Dieterich, 78, died peacefully on June 15, 2023 at Stacyville Community Nursing Home. Susan Dieterich was born October 6, 1944, minutes before her twin sister to Glenn and Olga (Olson) Thoen in Northwood.
Unveiling the Cognitive Potential: Exploring the Power of Cognitive Enhancers
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Exploring HGH Supplements: Ideal Users and Safety Measures
Human Growth Hormone (HGH) has gained significant attention for its potential anti-aging and rejuvenating effects. As a result, HGH supplements have become increasingly popular among individuals seeking to enhance their vitality and…
College Baseball: Iowa pitcher Brody Brecht named All-American
IOWA CITY – University of Iowa sophomore RHP Brody Brecht was named a third-team All-American it was announced Wednesday by the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association.
Northern Iowa couple charged with drug crimes and child endangerment
CLERMONT, IOWA – A Northern Iowa couple is charged with drug crimes and child endangerment after their house was searched.
OBIT: John Wesley Duryee
John Wesley Duryee of Little Cedar, passed away in his home on Sunday, June 11, 2023 at the age of 55. John was born January 9, 1968 in Charles City, IA.
OBIT: Thomas Edward Johanns
Thomas Edward Johanns, 56, of Burlington formerly of Riceville died, Monday, June 5, 2023, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in West Burlington, Iowa. Tom was born August 5, 1966, in Osage, Iowa.
OBIT: Shirley Ruth Ostroot
Shirley Ruth Ostroot, age 89, of Osage, died Sunday, June 11, 2023, at Faith Lutheran Home in Osage. She was the wife of an officer in the U.S. Army for twenty years.
Iowa man sentenced to over 29 years in federal prison for making videos abusing child
SIOUX CITY – An Iowa man who took videos while sexually abusing a minor child will serve nearly 30 years in prison for his heinous acts.
OBIT: Dean Franklin Johnson
Dean F. Johnson, 87, of Osage (Meroa), IA passed away on Saturday, June 10, 2023 at his home. Dean served in the United States Air Force, from 1957 to 1960.
Juvenile male shot dead in Fort Dodge
FORT DODGE – Police say a juvenile male was shot dead in Fort Dodge, and an investigation by law enforcement is underway at this time.
OBIT: Colleen J. Findling
Colleen J. Findling, 88, of Mason City, died on June 15, 2023, at MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center. Colleen graduated from Mason City High School.
Employees of City of Mason City demolish two unsightly houses in town
MASON CITY – City Hall in Mason City continues to pursue seedy and unsightly properties in town thanks to a favorable state law and recently their employees demolished two houses.
Justice Department releases damning report of Minneapolis police conduct after George Floyd killing
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Following a comprehensive investigation, the Justice Department announced on Friday that the Minneapolis Police Department (MPD) and the City of Minneapolis (City) engage in a pattern or practice of conduct in violation of the U.S. Constitution and federal law.
Floyd County Courthouse: Supervisor meeting minutes and expense report for June 12, 2023
CHARLES CITY – The following are the expenses paid by Floyd county and Board of Supervisor meeting minutes for the period ending on June 12, 2023:
College Basketball: Iowa State’s Omaha Biliew named to USA Basketball U19 World Cup roster
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – Iowa State freshman Omaha Biliew has been named to the 2023 USA U19 Men’s National Team. The 12-member team will compete at the 2023 FIBA U19 Men’s World Cup, scheduled for June 24-July 2 in Debrecen, Hungary.
Gov. Reynolds Appoints Michael Carpenter, Eric Nelson, and Patrick Smith as District Judges
DES MOINES – Gov. Kim Reynolds this week announced her appointments of Michael Carpenter as a district judge in Judicial Election District 8A, Eric Nelson as a district judge in Judicial Election…
Iowa sex offender sentenced to 15 years for online harassment of Missouri teen
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – An Iowa man was sentenced in federal court for attempting to produce child pornography following his online harassment of a Calloway County, Mo., teenager over five years.
Iowa authorities investigating death of 6-year-old boy
LOHRVILLE, IOWA – A young boy was found deceased in a house, and Iowa authorities are seeking answers.
OBIT: Jeanne L. Arp
Jeanne L. Arp, 78, of Plymouth, passed away Friday, June 9, 2023. She cherished the time spent with her family.
OBIT: Paul A. Maskarina
Paul A. Maskarina, 59, passed away Wednesday, June 14, 2023 in Mason City. Paul attended Mason City High School and graduated among the class of 1981.
Mason City scores $500K check from feds for new apartment development in downtown
LENEXA, KANSAS – On Wednesday, June 14, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 7 presented a $500,000 ceremonial check to the City of Mason City, Iowa. The city hosted a ceremony at the River II Apartments located at 215 2nd Street SW.
Gov. Reynolds and Republican leadership dejected after Iowa Supreme Court upholds Fetal Heartbeat bill injunction
DES MOINES – Today, the Iowa Supreme Court upheld an injunction on a Fetal Heartbeat bill passed by Republicans in the Iowa Legislature, leaving the injunction in place. The bill, passed years ago but mired in lawsuits, would ban most abortions after 6 weeks.
Man shot dead in Cedar Rapids in targeted killing
CEDAR RAPIDS – A person was shot dead in Cedar Rapids, and police are seeking clues.
OBIT: Allan Keith Huegli
Allan Keith Huegli, 60, of Mason City, IA, passed away June 12, 2023, at his home in Mason City.