DES MOINES – Gov. Reynolds announced the appointment of Renee Schulte of Urbandale to serve as Chair of the Iowa Board of Parole. Schulte begins her new role today, September 29, 2023.
Month: September 2023
Floyd County Courthouse: Supervisor meeting minutes and expense report for September 25, 2023
CHARLES CITY – The following are the expenses paid by Floyd county and Board of Supervisor meeting minutes for the period ending on September 25, 2023:
Plumbing plays important role in ensuring the seamless functioning of a business
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With its blend of Southern charm and natural beauty, Knoxville is an idyllic city nestled beside the Tennessee River. Known for its historic architecture, vibrant arts scene, and proximity to the Great…
Northern Iowa man faces gun and drug charges after traffic stop
EMMET COUNTY – A traffic stop in rural Emmet County resulted in multiple charges for an Estherville man.
Minnesota fugitive packing fake gun, meth and weed nabbed by cops in Mason City
MASON CITY – A fugitive out of Albert Lea sporting a fake gun and plenty of drugs was nabbed while strolling down Monroe Avenue in Mason City Thursday evening.
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Iowa man sent to federal prison for possessing images portraying sadistic, masochistic abuse of infants
SIOUX CITY – An Iowa man was sentenced September 22, 2023, to more than 5 years in federal prison for his possession and distribution of disturbing images of the abuse of infants and toddlers.
Federal report says it’s been tougher than ever to get a home mortgage
In 2022, mortgage applications and originations declined markedly from the prior year, while rates, fees, discount points, and other costs increased. Overall affordability declined significantly, with borrowers spending more of their income on mortgage payments and lenders more often denying applications for insufficient income.
Cerro Gordo county woman wins big lottery prize
CLIVE — A Cerro Gordo County woman was looking forward to having evidence from the Iowa Lottery to prove to her husband that she really did win a prize of more than $10,000.
Government shutdown would deprive paychecks of tens-of-thousands of Homeland Security workers
WASHINGTON, D.C. – If Congress cannot keep the government open, over 185,000 frontline personnel would have to continue working without a paycheck, including first responders, law enforcement, security analysts, investigators, and disaster response officials.
High School Golf: Mason City Riverhawks take third place at conference tournament
DES MOINES – The Mason City Riverhawk Boys Golf team tied for 3rd at the Iowa Alliance Conference tournament in Des Moines.
College Basketball: Iowa State Cyclones’ Big 12 schedule announced
IRVING, Texas – The conference portion of the 2023-24 Iowa State men’s basketball schedule has been released by the Big 12. Iowa State will open the 18-game league schedule Jan. 6 at…
Cerro Gordo County Courthouse: Expense report and Supervisor meeting minutes September 25, 2023
MASON CITY – The following are the expenses paid by Cerro Gordo county and Board of Supervisor meeting minutes for the period ending on September 25, 2023:
229 Northern Iowa Panther athletes recognized on 2022-23 MVC honor roll
CEDAR FALLS – Over 200 UNI student-athletes were recognized by the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) on Tuesday afternoon as the league announced its academic honors for the 2022-23 school year. The MVC…
Mason City woman hurt when car struck by train in Rudd
RUDD – A Mason City woman attempted to go around the arm barriers activated at a railroad crossing in Rudd and her car was struck by a train.
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Gov. Reynolds announces Iowa budget surplus of $1.83 billion
DES MOINES – Today, Gov. Kim Reynolds announced the State of Iowa will end Fiscal Year 2023 with a balance of $1.83 billion in the General Fund, $902 million in reserve funds and $2.74 billion in the Taxpayer Relief Fund.
University of Iowa Athletics to construct Gymnastics, Spirit Squads Training Center
IOWA CITY – The University of Iowa plans to begin construction of a new Gymnastics and Spirit Squads Training Center this fall, pending approval by the Board of Regents, State of Iowa.
Iowa worker killed by falling object while operating forklift; OSHA investigating
BURLINGTON, IOWA – An Iowa worker was killed as he operated a forklift and an object fell and struck him in the head, and now OSHA is investigating the incident.
OBIT: Gary Laurence Paulsen
Gary Laurence Paulsen, 82, of Mason City, passed away on Saturday, September 23, 2023, at MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center. He grew up on the family farm south of Mason City, where he lived and worked up to 2022.
Kim Reynolds gleefully accepts committee recommendation to slash dozens of Iowa Boards
DES MOINES – A Boards & Commissions Review Committee sent Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds a recommendation to slash the opportunity for citizens to engage directly in state policymaking by eliminating dozens of boards and committees, and Reynolds is ready to submit a bill to make it happen.
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Chicago man sent to prison for robbing Iowa bank
SIOUX CITY – A Chicago man who robbed the Iowa State Bank in Sheldon, Iowa, was sentenced to 8 years in federal prison.
College Football: Iowa State kicker Contreraz named Big 12 Special Teams Player of the Week
AMES – Chase Contreraz has been named the Big 12 Special Teams Player of the Week, the league office announced. It is the first Big 12 weekly honor of his career.
Armed with gun, Northern Iowa man battles cops, tries to wreck patrol car
KOSSUTH COUNTY – An alert Northern Iowa officer noticed a possible damsel in distress and when they attempted to investigate, an armed felon decided to get wild.
Worth County Courthouse: Supervisor meeting minutes and expense report for September 25, 2023
NORTHWOOD – The following are the expenses paid by Worth county and Board of Supervisor meeting minutes for the period ending on September 25, 2023:
Iowa puppy mill with over 90 dogs raided by authorities
BOONE – Police stumbled upon an Iowa puppy mill and authorities quickly intervened to rescue over 90 malnourished, hurting dogs.
Wanted Iowa man flees police, fires shots at officers, barricades in hotel
DES MOINES – Police navigated a wild chase and with a desperate, wanted Iowa fugitive who allegedly tried to kill an officer before barricading himself in a Des Moines hotel yesterday.
7 Ways to Upgrade Your Home
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Mason City man hurt trying to avoid deer
MASON CITY – A Mason City man was hurt trying to avoid a deer early this morning as his vehviae ended up on its side, in a ditch.
Dryer fire at Mason City house evacuates resident
MASON CITY – A dryer fire at a Mason City house prompted evacuation of the resident and a fire department response.
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College Football: Iowa State QB Becht tabbed Shaun Alexander Freshman of the Week
AMES – Weekly honors continue to roll in for Iowa State Cyclone quarterback Rocco Becht after his impressive performance in the win against Oklahoma State.
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OBIT: Michael David Snook
Michael David “Mike” Snook, 59, of Mason City, IA, passed away September 20th, 2023. Mike was skilled at fixing things and enjoyed spending his free time doing so.
Trio of former Hawkeyes named finalists for Senior Bowl 75th Team
IOWA CITY – Former University of Iowa football players Nate Kaeding, Bob Sanders and Marshal Yanda have been named finalists on the Senior Bowl 75th Anniversary Team ballot.
Elderly man drives pickup truck in lake in Albert Lea and saved by good samaritans
ALBERT LEA, MN – An elderly man put his pickup truck into Albert Lea’s Fountain Lake and was saved by good samaritans.
Women’s College Track & Field: Hawkeyes welcome Northern Iowa athlete in recruiting class of 2023-24
IOWA CITY – University of Iowa track and field welcomes 15 student-athletes to the women’s program as part of the 2023 recruiting class, Director of Iowa Track and Field Joey Woody announced, including an athlete from New Hampton.