SAN DIEGO – The University of Iowa men’s basketball team will face Oklahoma in the opening game of the inaugural Rady Children’s Invitational on Nov. 23, it was announced Thursday by Sports…
Month: August 2023
USDA invests $3.9 million to connect Iowans to high-speed Internet
DES MOINES – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development State Director in Iowa Theresa Greenfield Monday announced that the Agency is investing $3,987,550 in an Iowa company to expand reliable, affordable high-speed internet, funded by President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
OBIT: Roger D Lenz
Roger Lenz, age 94, a resident of Riceville, Iowa, passed away on August 14, 2023. His family moved to Los Angeles where he continued his education through eighth grade before returning to St. Ansgar, where he graduated with the Class of 1946.
North Iowa Community Health Assessment released as guide to overall health status of community
MASON CITY – North Iowa takes a significant step forward in understanding the well-being of its residents with the launch of the 2024 – 2026 Community Health Assessment (CHA) Report. The CHA,…
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds holds press conference in Texas with other GOP officials
DES MOINES – Governor Greg Abbott today held a press conference in Eagle Pass with Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds, Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen, Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt, and South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem to provide an update on their joint efforts under Texas’ Operation Lone Star.
OBIT: Alberta M. Loveless
Alberta Mae Loveless, 87, of Mason City passed away on Saturday, August 19, 2023, at the Good Shepherd Health Center surrounded by family. Alberta graduated from Mason City High School in 1954.
OBIT: Merrill L. Cooper
Merrill L. Cooper, 92 of Mason City passed away peacefully Sunday, August 6, 2023 at the Kentucky Ridge Assisted Living.
Man hurt today when tractor rolls over in Cerro Gordo county ditch
RURAL CERRO GORDO COUNTY – A Clear Lake man was hurt this morning when the tractor he was driving while mowing grass overturned in a ditch.
College Football: Iowa’s Cooper DeJean and Tory Taylor named AP Preseason First Team All-Americans
IOWA CITY – University of Iowa junior defensive back Cooper DeJean and senior punter Tory Taylor have both been named to the first team Associated Press Preseason All-America team. The announcement was made Monday by The Associated Press.
OBIT: Donita Dee Roben Balek
Donita Balek, 65 formerly of Rockwell, passed away peacefully surrounded by family Sunday, August 6, 2023. Born on August 15, 1957, in Mason City.
Lime Creek Nature Center to hold annual Fall Festival
MASON CITY – The Lime Creek Nature Center and Cerro Gordo County Conservation Board are hosting their annual Fall Festival on Sunday, September 10 at the nature center located just north of Mason City off Highway 65. A variety of activities will be held throughout the day for the public to enjoy.
Main Street Madness returns to downtown Cedar Falls on Sept. 21
CEDAR FALLS – The madness of preseason college basketball returns to downtown Cedar Falls in September as UNI’s Main Street Madness returns to the streets on Sept. 21.
Juvenile drivers total their vehicles in rural Mason City collision
MASON CITY – Two vehicles were destroyed and one juvenile driver suffered injuries when young drivers failed to handle a turn just north of Mason City, causing a collision.
Deceased person found floating in Iowa’s Cedar River
CEDAR RAPIDS – Authorities responded to a report of a body floating in Iowa’s Cedar River over the weekend.
Former Iowa nurse admits to possessing child porn and dealing fentanyl
SIOUX CITY – A former Iowa nurse who possessed child porn and tried to use his position as a nurse to acquire and deal fentanyl and other controlled substances faces decades in prison.
OBIT: Norma Whitehurst
Norma R. Whitehurst, 68, of Clear Lake, Iowa, died on Wednesday August 16, 2023 at the Hancock County Health System, Britt, Iowa. Norma was born on May 25, 1955, Rolfe, Iowa.
Iowa man sent to prison for 30 months for violent incursion into Senate Chamber during Jan. 6 Capitol Breach
Kelly drove to Washington, D.C. on Jan. 5, 2021, from his home in Iowa. On January 6, Kelly joined his parents for a rally, then, Kelly and his parents marched towards the Capitol building. He made his way onto the Senate floor as rioters flooded the Chamber, yelling, screaming, and ransacking the Senators’ desks.
Fort Dodge mother to spend decades behind bars for the death of her infant
FORT DODGE – A Fort Dodge mother will spend at least 35 years in prison for the death of her newborn daughter, whom she reportedly drowned in a bathtub.
OBIT: Eva Mary Stevens
Eva Mary Stevens, 92, of Mason City, IA passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 17, 2023 at Oakwood Care Center in Clear Lake.
Clear Lake woman almost throws away $100,000-winning lottery ticket by mistake
“I almost threw it away!” Pamela Litzel, 70, said with a laugh on Tuesday as she claimed her prize at the Iowa Lottery’s Mason City regional office.
Rockwell woman hurt in motorcycle accident Saturday afternoon
ROCKWELL – A Rockwell woman lost control of her motorcycle and ended up in a ditch Saturday afternoon and was taken to a hospital by ambulance.
Clear Lake man wins $10,000 Mega Millions prize
CLIVE — A Clear Lake man has won a $10,000 Mega Millions prize.
Kim Reynolds to join border security press conference in Texas with other GOP governors
DES MOINES – Iowa is 1,132 miles from the Rio Grande River, but Governor Reynolds is going to Texas anyway, to join a press conference on border security.
Suburban Des Moines playground torched by arsonists, cops say, costing over $150,000
CLIVE – A playground with newer, expensive equipment in this Des Moines suburb was set ablaze by arsonists, cops say, leaving total destruction.
Iowa woman fires gun, faces felonies as dad tries to pick up children on his scheduled visitation time
BURLINGTON – An Iowa woman allegedly went berserk and fired a gun as a father, during his legally scheduled visitation time, tried to pick up his children, then gave her a knuckle sandwich.
Northern Iowa man pleads guilty to possession of child pornography, faces up to two decades in prison
SIOUX CITY – A Northern Iowa man has entered a guilty plea to possession of child pornography and faces up to two decades in prison.
Award winners announced at MacNider Art Museum for the 43rd Annual Cerro Gordo Photo Show
MASON CITY – Award winners have been named in the 43rd Annual Cerro Gordo Photo Show at the Charles H. MacNider Art Museum.
Floyd County Courthouse: Supervisor meeting minutes and expense report for August 14, 2023
CHARLES CITY – The following are the expenses paid by Floyd county and Board of Supervisor meeting minutes for the period ending on August 14, 2023:
OBIT: Donald E. & Doris Y. McNertney
Donald E. McNertney (Don) and his wife Doris Y. McNertney (Doris) recently passed away in Sarasota, Florida. They lived in Sarasota, Florida since 1984 and lived in Bancroft, Iowa during the summer months beginning in 2005.
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds announces staff changes
DES MOINES – Gov. Reynolds announced that Dax Oberreuter will join her administration as policy advisor for health care and veteran’s affairs.
How to Avoid Mistakes When Filing a Car Accident Claim
Car accidents are unexpected and often traumatic events that can lead to significant physical, emotional, and financial burdens. In such trying times, filing a car accident claim becomes a crucial step in…
Floyd County Courthouse: Supervisor meeting minutes and expense report for August 7, 2023
CHARLES CITY – The following are the expenses paid by Floyd county and Board of Supervisor meeting minutes for the period ending on August 7, 2023:
OBIT: Donna Lou Kruckenberg
Donna Lou (Hansen) Kruckenberg, 84, passed away August 2, 2023, after her third battle with cancer. Donna graduated from Rockwell High School in 1956 and was crowned Band Queen that same year.
City of Mason City expense report – August 15, 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 August 15, 2023:
Iowa workforce development agency says jobless Iowans receiving least benefits in half a century
DES MOINES – Folks without a job in Iowa seeking help are getting the least benefits in 55 years, the state’s employment assistance agency bragged this morning.
Mason City bowling team raising funds after fire destroyed their venue at Mystic Lanes
MASON CITY – A devastating fire this past spring leveled a favorite local bowling in Mason City, and the high school team that practiced and competed there are looking to raise funds to continue competition.
Iowa State releases 2023-24 wrestling schedule
AMES – Iowa State head wrestling coach Kevin Dresser announced the 2023-24 schedule Thursday, which includes home duals against Iowa, Pittsburgh, Northern Iowa and Missouri.
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