Asmus’s invention, the Repaint Tray, received the coveted Gold Ticket and the largest purchase order in the Paint Department category. The Repaint Tray will be available in Lowe’s stores across the nation and online in 2024.
Month: December 2023
OBIT: Dennis Duane Bramsen
Dennis “Butch” Duane Bramsen, 66, of Mason City, Iowa, passed away unexpectedly, Monday, December 11, 2023. A memorial service will be held 11:00 AM Friday, December 15, 2023, at Hogan Bremer Moore Colonial Chapel.
Reynolds announces additional investment in Iowa’s child care providers
DES MOINES – Governor Reynolds announced the final round of Covid-era stipends for licensed and registered child care providers, including Child Care Centers and Child Development Homes. The application period runs through January 12, 2024.
10 Costs You Might Incur When Moving Offices
Moving your business to a new office in Chicago marks a significant milestone. It’s a city bustling with opportunity, where every neighborhood, from the Loop to Lincoln Park, has its unique vibe…
OBIT: Verona A. Canaday
December 23, 1928 – December 11, 2023
A Memorial Service for Verona Canaday will be held at 2:00 PM on Friday, December 15, 2023 at First Presbyterian Church in Algona.
Phillips family pledges major gift to UNI-Dome campaign
CEDAR FALLS – A $300,000 gift from Zac and Sara Phillips of Denver, Colorado, will help build the next generation UNI-Dome for the Cedar Valley.
Kim Reynolds holds prayer vigil near Satanic display at Iowa Capitol
DES MOINES – The battle between two key elements Christians believe in – God and Satan – met head-on at Iowa’s Capital as Kim Reynolds led a prayer session near a display honoring the devil.
What You Should Know About Iowa’s Gambling Laws
Iowa has had a complicated history with gambling, being in support of certain types of casino entertainment, while completely opposed to others. Let’s take a closer look at the gambling laws of…
NIACC’s Everist presented with Tenure Award
MASON CITY – Joel Everist, Vocal Music Instructor and Director of Choral Activities at North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC), has been awarded the Teacher Tenure Award by the Iowa High School Musical Association.
Iowa DNR: November one of driest months on record
DES MOINES – Preliminary numbers show November to be one of the driest months on record, according to the latest Water Summary Update.
UNI men’s basketball rolls past Prairie View A&M, 74-55
Nate Heise records a career-high in scoring with a double-double performance. Panthers host Alcorn State on Sunday afternoon. Tickets available for purchase.
OBIT: Irene Marie Dunn
Irene Marie Dunn, 92, of Mason City, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 7, 2023 in her home surrounded by loved ones. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
OBIT: Judy A. Kirlin
Judy A. Kirlin, 83, of Forest City passed away Wednesday, December 6, 2023, at MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center in Mason City. A celebration of life service will be held at a later date.
OBIT: Eric D. Johnson
Eric D. “Ed” Johnson, 38, passed away at his home on November 26, 2023. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 am Thursday, December 14, 2023 at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church.
OBIT: Craig Christensen
Craig E. Christensen, the son of Edwin and Lucille (Burns) Christensen, was born on January 12, 1954, in Estherville, Iowa. He died on December 7, 2023, following a brief illness at the age of 69 years.
OBIT: Randy Scott Boyd
Randy S. Boyd, 66 of Mason City passed away unexpectedly Friday, December 8, 2023 at MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center. A memorial gathering will be planned for the future.
Protected: Northern Iowa woman killed when vehicle leaves road and rolls multiple times
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College Basketball: Iowa State’s Keshon Gilbert named Big 12 Newcomer of the Week
AMES – Iowa State Cyclone guard Keshon Gilbert has been named the Big 12 Newcomer of the Week.
College Football: 4 Iowa Hawkeyes voted AP All-America
IOWA CITY – Four University of Iowa football student-athletes — junior Cooper DeJean, and seniors Sebastian Castro, Jay Higgins and Tory Taylor — have been voted All-America by the Associated Press (AP). The announcement was made on Monday by the AP.
OBIT: Robin Lynn Weiss
Robin Lynn Weiss age 59 of Nashua, IA, passed away peacefully Friday, December 8, 2023, at his home surrounded by family. Funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m. Thursday, December 14, 2023 at Clover Ridge Event Center (2526 Hwy 218, Charles City.
OBIT: Matthew J. Amos
Matthew Justin Amos, 54, passed away on Thursday, December 7, 2023 at MercyOne North Iowa surrounded by his family. Visitation will be held from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm on Friday, December 22, 2023 at Ward Van-Slyke Colonial Chapel.
Iowa’s Caitlin Clark earns B1G Player of the Week Honors
IOWA CITY — University of Iowa National Player of the Year candidate, Caitlin Clark, earned Big Ten Player of the Week honors the conference office announced on Monday.
Protected: Gunshot report leads police to standoff at Mason City home; one arrested
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North Iowa entrepreneur wins 2023 InnoVenture Iowa Challenge
MASON CITY — Jayson Ryner of Nora Springs won the top prize at the 2023 InnoVenture Challenge on Wednesday, December 6 in Des Moines. The InnoVenture Challenge invites the best and brightest Iowa entrepreneurs to participate in a pitch competition where three early-stage startup companies compete on-stage for a winner-take-all $100,000 award.
OBIT: Tiffani J. Ward
Tiffani J. Ward, 45, of Garner, passed away unexpectedly, Friday, December 1, 2023, at her home. A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, December 16, 2023, at St. John’s Lutheran Church east of Garner.
Protected: Manly driver allegedly runs stop sign, t-bones another driver, then hit head-on
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Moving Abroad: Essential Preparations and Considerations
Moving abroad is an exciting and life-changing decision. It opens up a whole new world of opportunities, experiences, and adventures. However, it also requires careful planning and consideration to ensure a smooth…
Panther men’s hoops hosts Prairie View A&M on Tuesday night
CEDAR FALLS – Panthers face off against Panthers on Tuesday night as the UNI men’s basketball team welcomes Prairie View A&M to the McLeod Center for a midweek non-conference bout on Tuesday night.
OBIT: David Leroy Klang
David L. Klang, 77 of Clear Lake, passed away at home, in his sleep in the early morning hours of Thursday, November 30, 2023. A memorial service will be held at 10:30 am, Saturday, December 16, 2023 at Clear Lake Open Bible Church.
Does Listening to Music Help You Study? Unveiling the Harmonious Connection
In the symphony of academic pursuits, the relationship between music and study habits often takes center stage, captivating students in a harmonious dance of concentration and rhythm. As we explore the multifaceted…
Women’s College Basketball: Iowa State has six score in double figures, beats NDSU 89-59
AMES Iowa State (5-4, 0-0 Big 12) took down North Dakota State (4-6, 0-0 Summit) Sunday evening by a 30-point margin of 89-59. Iowa State had six in double figures for the first time in seven years as ISU went on its way to the victory.
College Football: Three Iowa Hawkeyes named First-Team All-America; only team in the country
IOWA CITY – Three University of Iowa football student-athletes — junior Cooper DeJean and seniors Jay Higgins and Tory Taylor — have been voted first-team All-America by the Football Writers Association of America (FWAA). Iowa is the only team in the nation with three first team selections.
OBIT: Priscilla Mae Pappas
Priscilla “Cilla” Mae Pappas, 78, of Mason City, Iowa, passed away December 5, 2023, at MercyOne North Iowa. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:30 AM, Monday December 11, 2023, at Epiphany Parish Holy Family Catholic Church.
Panther wrestling drops opening dual to Columbia, 28-21
CEDAR FALLS – Five Panthers made their first dual starts of their collegiate careers on Sunday afternoon inside the McLeod Center as UNI wrestling dropped its first dual of the 2023-24 season to the Columbia Lions by a score of 28-21.
College Basketball: Michigan 90, Iowa 80
IOWA CITY – Iowa (5-5, 0-2 Big Ten) was dropped by Michigan (5-5, 1-1 Big Ten) in a Bog Ten opening game tonight.
College Basketball: Cyclones overpower Prairie View A&M, 107-56
AMES – Iowa State (7-2, 0-0 Big 12) played its best game of the season on Thursday night, Iowa State (8-2, 0-0 Big 12) remained unbeaten at home in an 107-56 victory over Prairie View A&M (4-4, 0-0 SWAC) Sunday afternoon in Hilton Coliseum.
Women’s College Basketball: #4 Hawkeyes defeat Wisconsin, 87-65
MADISON, WISCONSIN – No. 4 Iowa (10-1, 1-0) defeated Wisconsin (5-4, 0-1), 87-65, inside a sold-out Kohl Center on Sunday afternoon in its Big Ten opener.
OBIT: Marcia L. Colson
Marcia L. Colson, 66 of Clear Lake passed Saturday, November 25, 2023. The family celebrated her life on Saturday, December 2, and she has been laid to rest beside her parents at Memorial Park Cemetery, Mason City.
OBIT: Ellen Mae Ouverson
Ellen Mae Ouverson, 107, of Clear Lake, passed away at her home on Monday December 4th, 2023. A funeral mass will be held at 10:30 AM Tuesday December 12, 2023 at the St. Patrick Catholic Church.
Northern Iowa woman wins big lottery prize of nearly $39,000
CLIVE – A northern Iowa woman has won a lottery prize of more than $38,000.