Audrey Dole, 90, of Iowa Falls, passed away on Monday, February 5, 2024 at Scenic Manor in Iowa Falls. Funeral Mass will be 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, February 10, 2024 at St. Mark Catholic Church in Iowa Falls.
Month: February 2024
UNI men’s hoops to host Missouri State in annual White Out Game
Panthers take on Bears in Wednesday night MVC home game matchup
College Basketball: #14 Iowa State holds off Texas, 70-65
AUSTIN, Texas – Tamin Lipsey took control of the game in the second half as No. 14 Iowa State held off Dylan Disu and Texas, 70-65, at the Moody Center Tuesday night for its first win in Austin since 2015 and just the third in program history.
5 Things to Keep In Mind When Starting a Business
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Ten Reasons You Can File a Claim Against Your Employer
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OBIT: Robert Eugene Carrott
Robert Eugene Carrott, 86, entered eternity to receive his new life through Jesus and be united with his soulmate Kay on, Saturday February 3, 2024, at MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center, Mason City, Iowa. A celebration of life for Robert will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday February 10, 2024, at Ward Van Slyke Colonial Chapel.
Cerro Gordo County Courthouse: Expense report and Supervisor meeting minutes February 5, 2024
MASON CITY – The following are the expenses paid by Cerro Gordo county and Board of Supervisor meeting minutes for the period ending on February 5, 2024:
House Republicans embarrassingly fail to impeach Homeland Security Director Mayorkas
WASHIGNTON, D.C. – Tonight, the U.S. House of Representatives failed in their attempt to impeach Homeland Security Director Alejandro Mayorkas, even with all four Iowa Representatives supporting it.
Northern Iowa young man hurt when Missouri trucker fails to stop in time
FAYETTE COUNTY – A young man from Northern Iowa suffered possible sever injuries and a totaled car when a Missouri trucker blew through a stop sign.
OBIT: Angela A Olsen
Visitation: Friday, February 9, 2024 at 5:00PM – 7:00PM at Henry-Olson Funeral Chapel-Estherville.
Iowa man found deceased in creek
DUBUQUE – An Iowa man was found deceased in a creek today, police said.
Clear Lake Police Department promotes Brandon Heinz to rank of Captain
CLEAR LAKE – Clear Lake police officer Brandon Heinz has been promoted to Captain, the city’s Chief of Police said today.
OBIT: Robert “Bob” R. Mills
Robert Mills, 81, of Northwood, passed away surrounded by family Sunday, February 4, 2024. Funeral Services will be 10am Friday, February 9, 2024 at First Lutheran Church, 309 9th St N, Northwood.
OBIT: Gary W. Ewing
On February 1, 2024, the lights dimmed on a remarkable life as Gary Ewing, the creative force behind countless theater and film productions and documentaries, took his final bow. A grand finale celebration of Gary’s life will take place at 2pm, Saturday February 10, 2024 at the Mason City Community Theater.
OBIT: Nancy B. Moen
Nancy Beverly Moen, 90, of Mason City, died Tuesday, January 30, 2024, at Country Meadow Place, following a nine-year struggle with dementia. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 AM Saturday, February 10, 2024 at Major Erickson Funeral Home.
Understanding Medical Malpractice and Navigating the Claim Process
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Breaking Taboos: The Psychology Behind Fetishes
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Common Sports Betting Mistakes to Avoid for Novice Bettors
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Iowa authorities warn of convicted robber who absconded from custody
DES MOINES – Richard Wilson (pictured at top), convicted of Robbery 2nd Degree and Theft 1st Degree in Polk and Story Counties, failed to report back to the Fort Des Moines Correctional Facility as required on Saturday.
Iowa Hawkeye women rise to #2 ranking in AP poll after two big road wins
IOWA CITY – The University of Iowa women’s basketball team is ranked No. 2 in the Associated Press Top 25 released on Monday. Iowa has spent 16 total weeks at No. 2 in program history.
Border patrol agents rescue migrants stuck inside a storm drain
LAREDO, TEXAS – Laredo Sector Border Patrol agents working their assigned duties rescued migrants found inside a storm drain.
Northern Iowa woman and aspiring rapper sent to prison for gun possession
SIOUX CITY – An Estherville woman who partakes of the green and likes to make rap music entered a guilty plea to a federal firearm charge and now has been sent to prison.
Iowa’s Caitlin Clark is again named Big Ten Player of the 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. She has garnered weekly honors a conference-best eight times this season.
Gov. Reynolds announces appointments to Iowa’s boards & commissions
DES MOINES – Gov. Reynolds announced new appointments to Iowa’s boards and commissions.
OBIT: Joanne C. Sberal
Joanne C. Sberal, matriarch of the Sberal clan, passed away Sunday, February 4, 2024, at the age of 96, at the Sheffield Care Center surrounded by her family.
Iowa prison inmate serving 110-year sentence dies at age 44
CORALVILLE – An Iowa prison inmate serving a very long sentence died at a young age while incarcerated.
OBIT: Beverly Bangs
Beverly Bangs, 91, of Iowa Falls, passed away on Friday, February 2, 2024 at Eldora Specialty Care. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. on Wednesday, February 7, 2024 at the Alden United Methodist Church.
UNI’s top-ranked Parker Keckeisen picks up third Big 12 Wrestler of the Week nod
CEDAR FALLS – UNI’s Parker Keckeisen has been named the Big 12 Conference’s Wrestler of the Week, as announced by the league office on Tuesday afternoon. The selection is the third time that the Panther standout has received the honor, and first time this year.
Man convicted of intimidation fails to return to Fort Dodge halfway house
FORT DODGE – Darren Scott Lehrkamp, convicted of Intimidation with a Dangerous Weapon in Greene County, failed to report back to the Fort Dodge Residential Center as required yesterday.
Law enforcement in Buchanan county, Iowa, make arrests
INDEPENDENCE, IOWA – Law enforcement in this Northern Iowa county announced numerous recent arrests.
Garner man hurt early Monday morning in auto accident
VENTURA – A Garner man was taken to Mercy Hospital in Mason City this morning after he rolled his vehicle south of Ventura.
OBIT: Elaine T. Rourke
Elaine Rourke, 68 of Mason City passed away surrounded by family Friday, January 26, 2024 at MercyMedical Center Des Moines. A Celebration of Life Service will be held 2:00 pm Friday, February 9, 2024 at Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel.
The Heat is On: Exploring Tempered Glass in High-Temperature Environments
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Light and Airy: The Benefits of Natural Illumination through Glass Partitions
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5 Best Fundraising Ideas to Boost Your Nonprofit’s Success
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Suspect faces felony after desecrating Baphomet Altar inside Iowa Capitol
DES MOINES – A Mississippi man has been charged with third-degree criminal mischief in violation of individual rights after he allegedly destroyed an alter to Baphomet that was peacefully displayed inside the Iowa Capitol building.
College Basketball: UNI throttled by Murray State, 71-43
CEDAR FALLS – First half turnovers by the home team and a hot-shooting opponent painted a tough picture for the UNI men’s basketball team as the Panthers dropped a difficult home contest to the Murray State Racers on Saturday at the McLeod Center by a score of 71-43.
OBIT: Joyce Marie Toppin
Joyce Marie Toppin, 89, passed away on Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center. A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 am Wednesday, February 7, 2024 at Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel.
Women’s College Basketball: Iowa defeats Maryland, 93-85
COLLEGE PARK, MARYLAND – No. 3 Iowa (21-2, 10-1) defeated Maryland (12-10, 4-7), 93-85, inside a sold-out Xfinity Center on Saturday night.
OBIT: Kay Marie Gale
Kay Gale, age 69, of Algona, passed away on Saturday February 3, 2024 at the Kossuth Regional Health Center in Algona. Private graveside services at Cedar Cemetery in Fonda will be held at a later date.