Nestled amid the lively academic hustle and bustling campuses, Mason City beckons students into a world where study breaks become immersive escapes into nature’s embrace. This enchanting city unfolds a tapestry of…
Month: January 2024
U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa hospitalized
WASHINGTON – Senator Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) is receiving antibiotic infusions at an area hospital to treat an infection.
Mason City man gets suspended prison for meth dealing and drunk driving
BOONE – A Mason City man narrowly avoided a long stretch behind bars for his crimes.
Man who sued numerous times to keep Trump off ballots charged by feds with preparing fraudulent tax returns
DALLAS, TEXAS – A Texas man who evidently doesn’t really like Donald Trump has been charged with 33-counts of filing fraudulent tax returns, and supporters of the ex-President are ecstatic at the development.
Suddenly-cocky Nikki Haley lambasts Trump on her way out of Iowa, “he can’t hide”
DES MOINES – As the frigid Midwestern breezes and equally chilly voters sent third-place Nikki Haley limping out of Iowa, the former UN ambassador blasted the GOP’s clear choice for President, proclaiming “he can’t hide.”
Charles City home cleared after carbon monoxide scare
CHARLES CITY – Cold weather and furnaces running at peak levels may produce a carbon monoxide hazard, as one home in Charles City found out Monday evening.
Mason City council to consider resolution opposing Alliant Energy’s 20% rate increase
MASON CITY – The Mason City council will meet tonight and send a message to Alliant Energy that their proposed 20% rate hike won’t be well-received by the community.
Top U.S. diplomats meet with Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy
DAVOS, SWITZERLAND – U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan met with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy Tuesday morning in Europe.
College Football: Iowa State Cyclones add three transfers to roster
The Cyclones added offensive lineman Dylan Barrett (6-5, 320, St. Charles, Illinois, East HS/Wisconsin), kicker Carter Davis (6-0, 210, East Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Western HS/Florida Atlantic) and running back Jaylon Jackson (5-6, 168, Burleson, Texas, Centennial HS/Eastern Michigan).
OBIT: Caecilia “Lia” Ebert
Caecilia “Lia” Ebert, a remarkable woman who touched the lives of many, passed away on January 8, 2024, at the age of 98. A small family service, accompanied by a few close friends, will be held on January 17, 2024.
OBIT: Orville Dean Theilen
Orville Dean M. Theilen, 83, of Nora Springs, passed away Friday, January 12, 2024 at the Nora Springs Care Center. Funeral services will be held at 1 PM Thursday, January 18, 2024 at the Fertile Lutheran Church.
Donald Trump wins Iowa Republican Caucus with over 50% of the vote
Within minutes after “voting” at 7 PM, proud Iowa voters gave a victory to a man defeated in the 2020 election by 7 million votes, who faces 91 felonies and other lawsuits across four jurisdictions. A man who led an insurrection on the U.S. Capitol, thrown off ballots in Colorado and Maine because of it. A man liable for rape and owing an elderly woman millions of dollars that he cannot stop defaming. A man who appears at least 7 times on the flight logs connected to dead pedophile Jeffrey Epstein. A man on the verge of losing his fortune in New York after a judge found him liable for fraud. A man who told Iowans if they die voting for him, it will be worth it.
Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives to perform at NIACC Auditorium on January 25
MASON CITY – Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives will perform at the North Iowa Community Auditorium at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 25, 2024.
Iowa’s Caitlin Clark named B1G Player of the Week for fourth consecutive week
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.
Women’s College Basketball: #2 Iowa Hawkeyes face Wisconsin Badgers Tuesday night
IOWA CITY – The #2 Iowa Hawkeyes will host the Wisconsin Badgers on Jan. 16. Tip-off is set for 8 p.m. (CT) inside a sold-out Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Tuesday’s contest will be televised on Peacock (subscription required) and the Hawkeye Radio Network.
OBIT: Leroy Leonard White
Leroy Leonard White, 63, of Mason City, Iowa passed away December 18, 2023, in Mason City, Iowa. A come and go Celebration of Life for Leroy White will be 2:00 to 5:00 pm, Saturday, January 20, 2024, at Linn’s Funeral Home.
College Basketball: #24 Iowa State faces #20 BYU in Big 12 road game
PROVO, UTAH – Iowa State hits the road for the first of two Top 25 battles this week, as the Cyclones face No. 20 BYU Tuesday night in Provo. This will be the first meeting between the Cyclones and Cougars with both teams being in the AP Top 25 Poll.
Efficient Drain Cleaning Solutions in Winnipeg: Navigating Challenges with Ease
In the vibrant city of Winnipeg, the need for efficient drain cleaning is a recurring theme for both homeowners and businesses. The freezing winters, which can lead to pipe bursts, and the…
College Wrestling: Iowa Hawkeyes pin Minnesota Gophers, 22-9
IOWA CITY – The fourth-ranked University of Iowa men’s wrestling team won seven of 10 matches to put up a 22-9 victory over Minnesota on Monday night on Mediacom Mat inside Carver-Hawkeye Arena.
Protected: Northern Iowa man arrested for assault after 911 call
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College Basketball: Iowa snares Big 10 road win over Minnesota, 86-77
MINNEAPOLIS – The Iowa Hawkeyes (11-6, 3-3 B1G) handled the Minnesota Gophers (12-5, 3-3 B1G) Monday night, 86-77, and gave coach Fran McCaffery a notable victory.
Vivek Ramaswamy in panic mode Monday after thumped by Trump, left out of debate, awful poll numbers
Vivek Ramaswamy talks fast. He talks loud. He loves Donald Trump and refuses to criticize him in any way. He’s a hedge fund millionaire. He’s been spouting conspiracy theories and incendiary rhetoric non-stop in bombastic tones in Iowa since early 2023. He wants Iowans to think he will represent their interests as President of the United States.
Iowa Hawkeye women’s basketball team rises to No. 2 in AP Poll
IOWA CITY – The University of Iowa women’s basketball team is ranked No. 2 in the Associated Press Top-25 released on Monday.
Protected: Garner police arrest suspect after gunfire strikes pickup with three people inside
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OBIT: Donald M. Larson
Donald M. Larson, 87, of Livermore, passed away Monday, January 8, 2024, at his home. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, January 12, 2024, at Peace Reformed Church south of Garner.
City Hall in Mason City acquiring slummy North End properties to build back better
MASON CITY – The North End in Mason City is known as a unique place that needs attention, and City Hall in Mason City has announced the acquisition of more eyesores in their micro attempt to build back better.
Worth County Courthouse: Supervisor meeting minutes and expense report for January 8, 2024
NORTHWOOD – The following are the expenses paid by Worth county and Board of Supervisor meeting minutes for the period ending on January 8, 2024:
OBIT: James DuLude
James Grant DuLude, age 35 of Norwalk, Iowa, entered into eternal rest on January 6, 2024. A private viewing will be held at Major Erickson Funeral Home.
Panther women extend win streak to three games after 76-52 victory over Valparaiso
The Beacons hopped out to a quick lead, but the Panthers stormed back and dominated the rest of the way, picking up their first road contest of the season, 76-52.
OBIT: Alice Elaine Heitland
Alice Heitland, 85, of Thornton, passed away Saturday, January 13, 2024, at MercyOne-North Iowa. Woodley Funeral Home and Crematory, Thornton is caring for Alice and her family. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m., Saturday, January 20, at Meservey Reformed Church.
OBIT: Robert J. “Bob” Fistler
August 29, 1942 – January 13, 2024. Family will host a celebration of life at the Prime N Wine 3000 4th St SW, Mason City, IA 50401 on Thursday January, 18 from 5-7pm.
College Basketball: Iowa’s Freeman earns 6th B1G 10 freshman of the week salute
IOWA CITY – University of Iowa forward Owen Freeman earned his second straight Big Ten Conference Freshman of the Week honor.
How to Stand Out in the Mailbox: Creative Ideas for Direct Mail Marketing
Direct mail has become one of the most important marketing strategies in the ever-changing digital market. It is being used to create maximum customer experience and increase sales. This guide reveals the…
User-Friendliness in Online Casinos: How Gambling Platforms Design Their Interfaces
The success of an online casino is significantly influenced by how user-friendly its interface is. With the industry’s relentless growth, digital casinos continually adapt to ensure their platforms are not only attractive…
International meth dealer from Waterloo sent to prison for 30 years
Meth was coming to Iowa from Mexico and California.
OBIT: Kathleen C. Best
Kathleen Cecelia Best, 68, of Mason City, IA, passed away Thursday, January 11, 2024 at MercyOne Medical Center-North Iowa.
Defense and second half run lead UNI men’s basketball to win at Murray State, 70-60
MURRAY, Ky. – A commanding 14-0 run on the back half of the second period and a lights out performance by Nate Heise propelled UNI men’s basketball to a 70-60 victory over the Murray State Racers on Sunday afternoon.
Iowa principal dies after school shooting in Perry
DES MOINES – A high school principal died Sunday after a courageous battle with injuries he suffered in the recent school shooting attack in Perry, Iowa.
Rep. Shannon Latham talks of cutting citizen boards in Iowa, AEA services to students, sponsored bills
The following is a legislative update from Republican State Rep. Shannon Latham, representing portions of Franklin, Hamilton, Story and Wright counties in Iowa House District 55:
Iowa caucuses set for Monday night in brutal cold
DES MOINES – The Iowa caucuses – where a few thousand motivated registered Republican voters pick their favorite Republican Presidential candidate – are set to be held Monday night, January 15 across the Hawkeye state.