George A. Case passed away on March 15, 2024 at 85 years old in Clear Lake, Iowa, with his loving wife, Edith by his side. Mr. Case will be laid to rest in Clear Lake, Iowa.
Month: March 2024
Iowa man avoids prison after indecent contact with a child
SIOUX CENTER – An Iowa man police found to have had indecent contact with a child at his home will avoid prison for his crime, authorities announced.
OBIT: Vernon W. Haag
Vernon William Haag, 96, of Bancroft, formerly of Ledyard, passed away on Saturday, March 16, 2024, at Accura Healthcare of Bancroft.
College Basketball: Iowa Hawkeyes host Kansas State on Tuesday in NIT First Round
IOWA CITY – The third-seeded University of Iowa men’s basketball team will host No. 4 seed Kansas State in the first round of the National Invitation Tournament on Tuesday at 8 p.m. (CT) on Mediacom Court inside Carver-Hawkeye Arena. The game will be televised on ESPN.
Mason City Riverhawks look to add new Volleyball coach Mikayla Klenk
MASON CITY – The Mason City activities department announced that pending board approval, the next Head Volleyball Coach of the Mason City Riverhawks will be Mikayla Klenk.
College Basketball: Iowa State secures #2 seed, heads to Omaha for NCAA Tournament
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – For the 23rd time in school history, the Iowa State men’s basketball team has earned a bid to the NCAA Tournament. The Cyclones have reached 10 NCAA Tournaments since 2012, one of 10 teams in the field this year to do so.
Gov. Reynolds and First Gentleman invite Iowans to Terrace Hill’s Annual Egg Hunt on the Hill
The Egg Hunt on the Hill event is for children ages 1 to 10, and children must be accompanied by an adult. This is a free event. Families wishing to attend must RSVP by e-mail only to molly.thompson@governor.iowa.gov.
Women’s College Basketball: Hawkeyes earn No. 1 Seed, host First Four Winner
Iowa will take on the winner of 16-seed’s Holy Cross and UT-Martin, which will take place in Iowa City on Thursday. The Hawkeyes (29-4; 15-3) will face the winner of the play-in game on Saturday. Iowa’s games are already sold out.
Reatlors set to feel the sting after major settlement threatens their obscene commissions?
MASON CITY – Did you pay your realtor too much money when you bought or sold your home? A major settlement involving the National Association of Realtors may diminish the obscene payouts realtors make – and save you money next time. Are folks beginning to realize that you don’t even need a realtor to sell a home – only a FOR SALE sign, a bank and a Facebook account? Is this a totally antiquated service that should be further sanctioned?
OBIT: Jennifer Evans
Jennifer Lyn Evans, 47, of Iowa Falls, IA passed away at her home in Iowa Falls, IA on March 14th, 2024.
NIACC Board to have dinner and closed interview with presidential candidate Nicholas Ouellette
MASON CITY – The NIACC Board of Directors is scheduled to meet Tuesday, March 19, 2024.
City of Mason City employee salaries paid in 2023
MASON CITY – The following is the list of salaries paid to employees of the City of Mason City in 2023:
OBIT: William Higgins
William “Bill” Steven Higgins, the son of Carl and Bonnie (Stapleton) Higgins, was born on August 2, 1949, in Estherville, Iowa. He died Sunday, March 10, 2024, at the Avera Holy Family Hospital in Estherville at the age of 74 years.
Choosing a Motorcycle Accident Lawsuit Lawyer: What You Need to Know
Riding a motorcycle can be an exhilarating experience, but unfortunately, accidents can happen. If you find yourself in the unfortunate situation of being involved in a motorcycle accident, one of the most…
Casino Game Design: What Makes a Game Truly Addictive?
The development of casino games is a complex process, which is faced with many tasks. One of these tasks is to create a unique, warming design that will attract a stream of…
Exploring the Connection Between Mental Health and Addiction
Researchers have explored the relationship between addiction and mental health for a long time and have concluded that there is a significant connection between the two. Recent research estimates that people with…
Mason City police report vandals launch new rock-throwing spree
MASON CITY – Vandals took a night off and resumed a rock-throwing spree in Mason City, police say, causing damage on half a dozen streets.
College Baseball: Hawkeyes complete series sweep of Western Illinois
IOWA CITY – The University of Iowa baseball team run ruled Western Illinois in both halves of a doubleheader on Saturday at Duane Banks Field. The Hawkeyes won the first game, 17-7, in eight innings and the second game, 19-9.
OBIT: Reyna Guerrero
Reyna (Aguilar) Guerrero, 62, of Hampton, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at Franklin General Hospital. Woodley Funeral Home of Hampton is caring for Reyna and her family. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, March 18, 2024, at Woodley Funeral Home in Hampton.
OBIT: Rita A. Stevenson
Rita A. Stevenson, 91 of Mason City, passed away March 13, 2024. A private family service and burial will be held at a future date.
Iowa lottery says a $500,000-winning ticket purchased in Mason City
A $500,000-winning Powerball Double Play ticket was purchased at the Kwik Star convenience store at 1502 S. Federal Ave. in Mason City, according to the Iowa Lottery. In the case of the Mason City ticket, it matched the first five numbers but missed the Powerball in Saturday’s Double Play drawing to win a $500,000 prize. It was the only ticket in the country to win a $500,000 prize that night.
Step into Style: Ways to Elevate Your Interior Space
Your home is your sanctuary, a reflection of your personality and style. Elevating your interior space not only enhances its aesthetic appeal but also creates a welcoming and comfortable environment for you…
Man armed with knives allegedly attacks Fort Dodge police, who shoot him dead
FORT DODGE – An emergency call describing an out of control person who had hurt a dog brought police to a Fort Dodge house, and a deadly encounter unfortunately ensued.
Women’s College Basketball: UNI falls to Drake in MVC Semifinals, 92-83
In overtime, Drake opened with a 15-3 run to take a 90-78 lead and never looked back.
College Basketball: #7 Iowa State defeats #1 Houston, 69-41, wins Big 12 Championship
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Iowa State (27-7) blitzed No. 1 Houston (30-4) on its way to a 69-41 victory Saturday evening at T-Mobile Center as it won the Big 12 Championship for the fifth time in the last 10 tournaments and the sixth time overall.
Remote Northern Iowa house raid nets young man’s high-powered rifle, drugs and thousands in cash
GRUNDY CENTER – Marijuana, mushrooms, prescription drugs, paraphernalia, thousands in cash and an AR-15 rifle for good measure were all confiscated in a remote Northern Iowa house raid that put a young man behind bars.
Iowans to protest at State Capitol on Monday, demand equal pay for women
DES MOINES – Women allegedly make just 84 cents for every dollar men earn in Iowa, and some labor supporters are fed up and ready to march on the Capitol.
Kim Reynolds points to school superintendents who are “frustrated with AEAs” and “excited for reforms”
DES MOINES – The office of Governor Kim Reynolds is pointing to two Northern Iowa school superintendents who have had enough of the current use of Area Education Agencies (AEAs) and are eager for reforms.
College Basketball: Iowa State advances to Big 12 Championship game, tonight on ESPN
KANSAS CITY – No. 7 Iowa State will face No. 1 Houston in the 2024 Phillips 66 Big 12 Championship Saturday night after beating Baylor Friday. Tip-off is at 5 PM on ESPN.
Senator Waylon Brown of Osage promotes “historic” 2022 tax cut
“We continue seeing the benefits of the tax policies we have passed,” Brown said. “Just last week, Iowa was rated as the best state for retirees.”
OBIT: Patricia Ann Schoning
Patricia Ann Schoning, 86, of Sheffield, passed away March 14, 2024, at the Rockwell Community Nursing Home. The disease that took her life was slow.
Cops raid Iowa drug dealer’s lair, discover wide inventory and DMT lab
BURLINGTON – Authorities had been spying an alleged Iowa drug maker and dealer for months and finally raided his lair, where they discovered a drug lab and a wide inventory of illegal substances.
Iowa woman found dead after suspect hurt in car accident
SCOTT COUNTY – An Iowa man was hurt in a car accident and as police investigated, they learned that he had murdered a woman, leading to the discovery of her body.
Iowans encouraged to celebrate Iowa Ag Week from March 17 to March 23
The weeklong statewide celebration, which includes National Ag Day on March 19, will highlight the immense importance of agriculture to the state, its people, economy and way of life.
Waterloo man sent to prison for 5 years after stealing millions from his employer
CEDAR RAPIDS – A Waterloo man stole upwards of $3.4 million from his employer over about 5 years and now will have plenty of time behind bars to think about his crimes.
OBIT: Jeremy D. Dotzler
Jeremy Duane Dotzler, a beloved husband, son, brother, and uncle, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, March 13, 2024, at his home in Manly, Iowa. He was 38 years old.
The Different Types and Categories of Online Gambling Games and Options that Baji Live Offers
Online gambling is a popular and exciting form of entertainment that allows you to enjoy the thrill of betting and winning from the comfort of your home. Whether you are a fan…
Beyond Tobacco: Exploring Modern Alternatives to Traditional Cigarettes
In a world increasingly focused on health and wellness, the traditional tobacco industry is seeing a significant paradigm shift. The rise of alternative, less harmful products is paving the way for a…
Women’s College Basketball: UNI drops Illinois State, 79-75, advances to MVC Semifinals
UNI will take on the Drake Bulldogs in the MVC Semifinals after a 79-75 victory over Illinois State.
College Basketball: Iowa State head coach T.J. Otzelberger named semifinalist for coach of the year award
ATLANTA, Ga. – Iowa State men’s basketball head coach T.J. Otzelberger has been named a semifinalist for the 2024 Werner Ladder Naismith Men’s College Coach of the Year.