RURAL DICKINSON COUNTY, IOWA – Dugout Creek-Yager Slough wildlife areas south of Lake Park, in western Dickinson County, is home to an array of marshes plus two unique and rare habitat types in the state – one of the largest and highest quality wetland fen complexes in Iowa and high-quality remnant prairie.
Day: July 25, 2023
OBIT: Alice (Thorson) Evans
Alice Zander (Thorson) Evans, 100, of Williams, Iowa passed away July 23, 2023, at Rehabilitation Center of Hampton, Iowa.
College Wrestling: Iowa’s Block wins Junior National Title; Hawkeyes with 2 Fargo All-Americans
FARGO, N.D. – Incoming University of Iowa wrestler Ryder Block won a national title at the Junior Nationals Freestyle Championships at the Fargo Dome.
City of Mason City expense report – July 20, 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 July 20, 2023: Download the PDF file…
OBIT: Pamela J. Schulte
Pamela “Pam” Stockton of Dothan, Alabama passed away June 18, 2023. Pamela was born January 2, 1953 in Manly. She grew up in North Iowa, attended North Central High School.
Northern Iowa lake party zone raid by cops nabs gobs of underage alcohol lawbreakers
ARNOLDS PARK, IOWA – Cops nabbed quite a number of underage drinkers in a recent sting here in this Northern Iowa lake party zone.
Northern Iowa dollar store raided by cops investigating drug ring
The entire store, along with two vehicles on the property were searched. During the search, drug paraphernalia, controlled substances, and a large amount of cash was located and seized. Three arrested.
Iowa high school football playoffs to be held in UNI-Dome at least until 2027
CEDAR FALLS – The University of Northern Iowa and the Iowa High School Athletic Association (IHSAA) have announced a continued partnership that will keep the state high school football playoffs in the UNI-Dome through the 2027 season.
Office manager in small Northern Iowa town guilty in $200,000, 6-year embezzlement scheme
WAUKON, IOWA – An office manager who stole over $200,000 from her employer, a Northern Iowa tax preparation business, pled guilty July 19, 2023, in federal court in Cedar Rapids.
Cerro Gordo County Courthouse: Supervisor meeting minutes and expense report for July 24, 2023
MASON CITY – The following are the expenses paid by Cerro Gordo county and Board of Supervisor minutes for the period ending on July 24, 2023:
Biden Administration announces $1 million for Charles City hospital’s new heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems
Try that in a small town? The Biden Administration will give $6.2 Million In 10 grants to expand access to healthcare and food security in rural Iowa.
OBIT: 7 Ways to Cultivate a Healthy Environment for Your Child with Special Needs
Raising a child is a rewarding yet challenging experience, even more so when your child has unique needs. It requires more than just a safe and secure physical environment. It calls for…
Top Seven Trends in The Criminal Justice Field In 2023
Constant developments and changes in society and technology are constantly changing the criminal justice profession. Each year brings new developments that change our understanding and application of crime control, justice, and offender…
OBIT: Janice Haus
Janice Haus age 84 of Nashua, IA, died Thursday, July 20, 2023, at Floyd County Medical Center in Charles City, IA. She graduated Class of 1957, salutatorian, Ionia H.S.
Mason City Family Aquatic Center reopening today
MASON CITY – After an unfortunate closing since this weekend, the Mason City Family Aquatic Center is reopening today, city hall said.
OBIT: Maxine Elaine Sommerfeld
Maxine E. Sommerfeld, 96, of Mason City, passed away on Sunday, July 23, 2023, at her home surrounded by family. Maxine grew up in Ventura, and in her elementary years attended country school in a one-room schoolhouse.