Barbara Jean Krieger, 92, of Shawnee, Kansas, passed away on Sunday, July 16, 2023, in Shawnee, Kansas. Barb and Jerry Krieger met in high school and were married at age 18 in 1950. They lived in Mason City IA from 1959 until Jerry’s death in 2017.
Month: July 2023
Gov. Reynolds introduces government alignment model, state branding
Reduces the number of cabinet-level departments from 37 to 16 by consolidating agencies with similar functions and centralizing programs that serve similar needs. The legislation also eliminated more than 500 unfilled positions.
Sheffield truck driver hurt in accident near Mason City
MASON CITY – A Sheffield truck driver was hurt in an accident near Mason City Monday evening.
NIACOG celebrates 50 years promoting intergovernmental cooperation
MASON CITY – The North Iowa Area Council of Governments (NIACOG), headquartered in Mason City, recently celebrated 50 years in operation, promoting intergovernmental cooperation in Northern Iowa counties.
Postal mail delivery truck explodes in Mason City neighborhood
MASON CITY – A postal mail delivery truck exploded in a Mason City neighborhood, authorities say. On July 14, at approximately 3:49 PM, the Mason City Fire Department was dispatched for the…
Mason City man armed with loaded gun and meth sent to federal prison for over 8 years
SIOUX CITY – He snatched his backpack, loaded gun and meth and ran from cops in a Mason City neighborhood, but the long arm of justice gripped his future, landing him in a federal prison cell.
Mason City to welcome Mexican restaurant to downtown in vacant building formerly known as The Other Place
MASON CITY – A dormant former hot spot in downtown Mason City may soon be the talk of the town once again with Mexican food on the menu.
OBIT: Elizabeth “Betty” Morse
Elizabeth R. “Betty” Morse, 86, of Mason City passed away peacefully surrounded by family Friday, July 7, 2023 at Good Shepherd Health Center in Mason City. Betty was born on September 7, 1936 in Mason City. She attended St. Joseph Catholic School, graduating with the class of 1954.
Northern Iowa woman sent to prison for dealing meth
SIOUX CITY – A Northern Iowa woman who conspired to distribute methamphetamine in the Crystal Lake area was sentenced June 29, 2023, to more than 5 years in federal prison.
Children attack and rob man of his wallet leaving him with severe head injury
STORM LAKE – A young man was severely beaten and robbed by children, police say, in this Northern Iowa town.
OBIT: Elizabeth “Bettie” Jane Huntley
Elizabeth ‘Bettie’ Babinski Huntley passed away on July 15, 2023, at Westview Care Center, Britt, Iowa; surrounded by her family after a courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease and Lewy Body Dementia.
4 TIPS FOR A MORE EFFECTIVE DIGITAL MARKETING STRATEGY
The success of a business is intricately woven into its marketing strategy. How you emotionally connect with customers and convey a compelling brand story sets the stage for sustainable growth. That is…
Court freezes Iowa’s newly-passed abortion ban bill; Kim Reynolds says “innocent babies” will die
DES MOINES – The Iowa Legislature passed an abortion ban in a special session last week, but a court immediately reacted to a lawsuit and froze the bill temporarily, sending Kim Reynolds into deep despair.
Northwood daycare owners recognized by Pappajohn Center as July 2023 Entrepreneurs of the Month
MASON CITY – The NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center and North Iowa Area SBDC proudly announced Ashley & Matt Thompson of Child Time Daycare in Northwood, IA as the July 2023 Entrepreneur of the Month.
OBIT: James A. Franke
James A. Franke, 75, of Dumont, passed away Wednesday, July 12, 2023, at his home under the care of St. Croix Hospice. He graduated in 1965 from Dumont High School and completed Barber School. He was then drafted to the USMC in 1966. He fought in Vietnam and returned back to his home in 1968.
Northern Iowa man accused of lascivious acts with a child
LYTTON, IOWA – A Northern Iowa man is in jail after a young teen female’s dad found messages between her and a much older male.
Mason City man avoids injury but totals car after striking deer, rolling into ditch
FAYETTE COUNTY – A Mason City man’s car was destroyed after he struck a deer and rolled into a ditch.
The Changing Landscape: Exploring Backpage Alternatives in the Entertainment Industry
The closure of Backpage, a classified advertising website notorious for facilitating illegal activities, has led to a significant shift in the landscape of the entertainment industry. As authorities cracked down on illegal…
OBIT: Diane Loux
Diane Loux, 75, of Sheffield, passed away on Tuesday, July 11, 2023 at the University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City. Diane grew up in Iowa Falls, until moving to Clarion in 1964 where she met her future husband, Raymond Loux.
Balancing Efficiency and Due Process: Examining the Impacts of Justice System Reforms in Israel
Israel is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the entire world. One of the reasons for this is its immense safety. Out of all Middle Eastern countries, Israel is easily…
OBIT: James “Jim” Dusold
James Lynn “Jim” Dusold, 77, passed away on Friday, July 14, 2023, at the Sheffield Care Center. He was a graduate of Newman High School’s Class of 1964.
Teen slapped with huge fine for speeding through Iowa construction zone
WEST DES MOINES – A teen got well-deserved surprise from a state trooper for zooming through a dangerous Iowa road construction zone.
OBIT: Evelyn Margaret Crone
Evelyn Margaret Crone, 102, died Saturday July 8, 2023, at Oakwood Care Center, Clear Lake. Evelyn was born to John and Sophie (Orthel) Colter on October 21, 1920 on a farm north of Britt, Iowa.
College Wrestling: Big Ten announces Iowa’s 2023-24 conference opponents
IOWA CITY – The Big Ten Conference announced the opponent rotation for the 2023-24 wrestling season, and Iowa will face rival Penn State at home.
Iowa woman shot twice at her house in drive-by attack
WINDSOR HEIGHTS, IOWA – An Iowa woman was shot twice at her house in a drive-by attack over the weekend.
The Graph: Indexing and Querying Blockchain Data
Introduction In the world of blockchain technology, accessing and analyzing data stored on a decentralized ledger can be a complex and time-consuming process. However, thanks to innovative solutions like The Graph, indexing…
The Spark of Creation: Exploring the World of Welding
Welding is a fascinating blend of art and science that has the power to transform raw materials into remarkable creations. From towering skyscrapers and intricate sculptures to functional furniture and automotive masterpieces,…
Iowa man fatally crashes into bridge on Interstate near capitol city
WEST DES MOINES – An Iowa man racing through Des Moines crashed into a bridge over the Interstate, claiming his life.
The Benefits of Using Chemical Mixing Software in Industrial Processes
In the world of industrial processes, efficiency, safety, and compliance are paramount. To achieve optimal results, businesses are turning to advanced technologies such as chemical mixing software. This powerful tool revolutionizes the…
Person injured by stray bullet while sleeping in Iowa house
CEDAR RAPIDS – A person was shot by a stray bullet while sleeping in a house in Iowa’s second-largest city, and then hospitalized.
The Power of Targeted Recruitment: Matching Skills to Industry Demands
The workforce is booming, but that doesn’t mean employers are acting with negligence when attempting to find the talent they need to fill various positions. With that being said, if you’re an…
OBIT: Albert J. Gilbert
Albert Jackson Gilbert, 100, of Thornton, passed away Tuesday, July 11, 2023, at Good Shepherd Health Center in Mason City. He attended schools in Forest City, Iowa. Albert served as a member of the United States Navy during the Second World War.
OBIT: Terry Johnson
Born to Arnold and Cecil (Mostrom) Johnson July 3 1947, he was raised on a farm near Northwood, Iowa. He was selected for the draft and served his time in the Army in Vietnam
OBIT: Renee Hissner
Renee (Moodispaugh) Hissner passed away suddenly on July 10, 2023 at the University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics in Iowa City, Iowa with her husband Curt Hissner and friend Trisha Miller by her side. In life, Renee had many accomplishments including serving her community as a police offer for 10 years.
Hampton man sentenced to federal prison for distributing methamphetamine
SIOUX CITY – A Hampton man who distributed methamphetamine was sentenced June 28, 2023, to 8 years in federal prison.
Gov. Reynolds signs Heartbeat Bill into law, slams “inhumanity of abortion”
DES MOINES – In front of rabid, radical right-wing evangelical audience Friday, Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds decried the “inhumanity of abortion” and signed the “fetal heartbeat” bill into law, dramatically outlawing some abortions in the state.
Police say Webster City shooting was felon with a gun who shot himself and lied to police about circumstances
WEBSTER CITY – Police say an Iowa felon illegally possessing a gun shot himself, then called cops to report a armed man in his yard.
Son of Iowa basketball coach Fran McCaffery ticketed after driving car into pedestrian, resulting in death
IOWA CITY – An Iowa man, reportedly an Iowa national guardsmen, died after jogging in Iowa City when a teen driver inadvertently ran him down in a crosswalk.
Mason City to reconstruct Highway 122 from Pierce Avenue to Monroe Avenue
MASON CITY – Mason City will undergo another large road construction project on its main road through town, building upon a former project completed late last decade.
OBIT: Helena Lamoreux
Helena Kopera Lamoreux, 97 of Mason City, died Wednesday, July 12, 2023, at the Heritage Care and Rehabilitation Center. Helena was born December 17, 1925, in Brzeznica-Debica Poland, coming to America in October 1948. Those were the years before the Nazis invaded her homeland, making her a prisoner of war in Nazi Germany.