LAKE MILLS – The Eagan, Minnesota Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance locating Dorothy Hoffman, age 86. She was last seen the evening of Oct. 26 near Lake Mills, Iowa. It is believed she is likely confused and may not know how to get home to Eagan, and she does not have her cell phone with her. She is driving a 2012 grey Toyota Camry with Minnesota plate DJNO27. If you have seen Dorothy Hoffman or know her whereabouts, call 911
Month: October 2023
From Complexity to Simplicity: The Power of Probate Avoidance
Probate is a legal process that can turn the distribution of a deceased person’s assets into a complex and time-consuming ordeal. It involves court supervision, legal fees, and potential delays in asset…
College Field Hockey: No. 8 Iowa upsets No. 3 Rutgers on Senior Day
IOWA CITY – The eighth-ranked University of Iowa field hockey team downed No. 3 Rutgers, 7-2, on Senior Day at Grant Field.
Mason City offers latest updates and closures related to ongoing sanitary sewer repair project
MASON CITY – Weather permitting, the following are the updates and notices of road closures in Mason City for the sanitary sewer repair project as of Friday, October 27.
UNI soccer faces Valparaiso in first-ever postseason match at UNI Soccer Field
CEDAR FALLS – For the second time in 10 days, UNI soccer is set to square off against the Valparaiso Beacons. This time, though, the matchup comes with significantly higher stakes as a place in the 2023 Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) Tournament semifinal round is on the line.
Bad targeting call by refs against Iowa versus Minnesota overturned
IOWA CITY – The NCAA Coordinator of Officials has overturned the University of Iowa’s appeal regarding a targeting personal foul on sophomore Karson Sharar during the first half of the Minnesota-Iowa football game on Oct. 21.
UNI Panther men’s basketball picked second in MVC preseason poll; Drake first
CEDAR FALLS – UNI men’s basketball has been picked to finish second in the 2023-24 Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) preseason poll.
From Mindfulness to Motivation: Exploring The Best Self Help Podcasts for Women
Did you know that there are 464.7 million podcast listeners globally as of 2023? Podcasts have become popular in recent years. They offer a convenient way to consume information and entertainment on the go. With the…
Cyclone linebacker Caleb Bacon from Lake Mills named to Lombardi Award Midseason Watch List
AMES – Iowa State redshirt sophomore linebacker Caleb Bacon has been named to the 2023 Lombardi Award Midseason Watch List.
Missing Iowa man’s car found in Mississippi River
DUBUQUE – The case of an Iowa man missing since 1990 might be a step closer to resolution after his 1981 Mercury Zephyr automobile was found in the Mississippi River.
Bikers inform cops of online predator attempting to entice a child at Iowa hotel; cops rush to scene and nab Ohio man
CEDAR RAPIDS – An alleged online predator from Ohio thought he could come to Iowa and entice a child, but a biker group dedicated to eradicating despicable behavior had other ideas.
Top Iowa fishing spots for the week of October 26
CLEAR LAKE – Water temperatures at Clear Lake are in the low 50s, and water clarity is around two feet. The lake level is about 13.8 inches low. Clear Lake has a protected slot on walleye. Find your best fishing location in Iowa here.
“Uncle Rabbit’s Adventures” puppet show coming to MacNider on Nov. 9
MASON CITY – The Eulenspiegel Puppet Theatre Company will present three showings of “Uncle Rabbit’s Adventures” on Thursday, November 9, in the Salsbury Room at the MacNider Art Museum at 10 am, 1 pm, and 6 pm. All shows will be free and open to the public.
The Hidden Costs of an Accident: Why Seeking Compensation Is Crucial
Car accidents, slips, falls, or workplace mishaps can disrupt lives in more ways than one. Beyond the immediate physical and emotional toll, there are often hidden costs associated with these unfortunate incidents….
OBIT: David E. Dunn
David Dunn, 91, passed away on October 24, 2023, at Kentucky Ridge Assisted Living. Per his wishes his body was donated to the Mayo Clinic. There will be no services.
Five Home Improvement Projects To Upgrade Your Lifestyle
Our homes are a reflection of our lifestyle. They are designed to house our activities in addition to supporting and nurturing them. Like our Victorian ancestors, we take pride in expressing ourselves…
OBIT: David Earl Butz
David Earl Butz, 76, of Clear Lake, returned to his heavenly home on Tuesday, October 24, surrounded by his family.
U.S. bombs targets in Syria after attacks on American forces
WASHINGTON, D.C. – After U.S. personnel in Iraq and Syria were attacked in recent days by Iranian-backed militia groups, injuring scores of American soldiers, President Biden directed United States military strikes on the aggressors.
College Football: Panthers look to keep momentum rolling at Illinois State
CEDAR FALLS – Coming off its first shutout of a top-10 team in program history, UNI football looks to ride momentum into another tough Missouri Valley Football Conference (MVFC) road contest against the Redbirds of Illinois State at Hancock Stadium on Saturday afternoon.
Man who kidnapped and raped Iowa women sent to prison for 40 years
SIOUX CITY – A serial kidnapper and rapist from Ethiopia whom police called “very dangerous” after heinous assaults on Iowa women will spend 4 decades caged up.
Former basketball stars hailing from Iowa, Keegan Murray and Harrison Barnes, lead Sacramento Kings to opening night win overJazz, score 48
SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH – Two former Iowa prep stars, Keegan Murray and Harrison Barnes, helped lead the upstart Sacramento Kings to a huge opening night win over the Utah Jazz by scoring 48 total points.
NIACC releases local talent cast list for The Nutcracker December performances
Auditions were held on Saturday, September 30, 2023 for students in North Iowa to be in the Minnesota Ballet’s The Nutcracker to be performed at the North Iowa Community Auditorium on the NIACC campus in December.
Feds say credit card companies charged record-high $130 billion in interest and fees in 2022
Report found that in 2022 credit card companies charged consumers more than $105 billion in interest and more than $25 billion in fees. Total outstanding credit card debt eclipsed $1 trillion for the first time. Major credit card companies’ profits are now higher than pre-pandemic levels.
UNI’s McDermott named to the 2024 Becky Hammon Mid-Major Player of the Year Award watch list
HOPEWELL, N.J. — UNI’s Maya McDermott has been named one of 25 players to the 2024 Becky Hammon Mid-Major Player of the Year Award watchlist
Rental Trends in Iowa and Illinois
Rental trends can vary massively depending on where you live and what’s happening locally, so renters in states like Iowa and Illinois can have hugely different experiences than those in New York…
Republicans finally elect a Speaker of the House
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Republicans finally chose a Speaker of the House of Representatives on Wednesday after a lengthy vacancy and messy election process.
Police say Northern Iowa girlfriend brutally stabbed boyfriend
SAC CITY – A man was stabbed and yelled for help after his girlfriend attacked him with a knife in this Northern Iowa town and now the allegedly aggressive woman faces a felony attempted murder charge.
College Basketball: Iowa’s Payton Sandfort named to Julius Erving Small Forward of the Year Preseason Watch List
IOWA CITY – University of Iowa junior Payton Sandfort has been named to the Julius Erving Small Forward of the Year Preseason Watch List, it was announced Wednesday by the Basketball Hall of Fame.
Mason City offers update on closed roads as sewer projects continue
MASON CITY – As a sewer project continues to commence, Mason City offered updates on numerous closed roads in town this week.
Iowa Court of Appeals Judge newly chosen by Governor Kim Reynolds to be sworn in On November 8
DES MOINES – A Judge newly chosen by Governor Kim Reynolds to join the Iowa Court of Appeals will soon be sworn in and join the panel in November.
Kossuth County Sheriff’s Office recognizes Lany Mitchell of Wesley as October 2023 Citizen of the Month
KOSSUTH COUNTY – The Kossuth county sheriff’s office recognized Lane Mitchell as their October 2023 Citizen of the Month for spreading goodwill through reading.
Unrolling the Legal Drama: Inside the Rolling Paper Lawsuit
Only some brands have achieved the iconic status of rolling papers in smoking accessories. Yet, even the most revered names in the industry are not exempt from the occasional legal dispute. This…
Cerro Gordo County Courthouse: Expense report and Supervisor meeting minutes October 23, 2023
MASON CITY – The following are the expenses paid by Cerro Gordo county and Board of Supervisor meeting minutes for the period ending on October 23, 2023:
Justice Clarence Thomas got $267K loan and failed to report and repay most of it, investigation reveals
According to information committee staff obtained through documents provided by Anthony Welters, who loaned Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas $267,230, Thomas made interest payments, but never repaid a substantial portion of the loan. As the New York Times first reported in August 2023, Thomas used the loan to purchase a luxury Prevost Marathon motor coach.
Gov. Reynolds offers update on Operation Lone Star Deployment to U.S. Southern Border
DES MOINES – Today, Gov. Kim Reynolds held a press conference to signify the safe return of 109 Iowa National Guard soldiers and 31 Department of Public Safety (DPS) law enforcement officers from their deployment to the U.S. Southern border as part of Texas’ Operation Lone Star.
Charles City authorities advise residents to ventilate their homes
CHARLES CITY – Today, authorities in Charles City advised residents to ventilate their homes using their choice of several methods after strange odors were reported.
Authorities say Iowa family saved from house fire by smoke alarms
ANKENY – An early morning house fire in Ankeny could have been deadly, but heroic fire alarms armed with working batteries notified them of the danger, facilitating their escape.
Three car accident injures two Mason City women
MASON CITY – Two Mason City women were hospitalized after an auto accident in town.
College Football: Iowa punter Tory Taylor named Ray Guy Award Player of the Week in loss to Minnesota
IOWA CITY – University of Iowa senior Tory Taylor has been named the Ray Guy Award Punter of the Week even in defeat to Minnesota.
Attacking pit bull unleashed by suspect shot dead by police in Spencer
SPENCER – A suspect police were attempting to interact with in Spencer unleashed a pit bull upon the officers and the dog was sent prancing over the rainbow bridge with the help of a bullet.