Lore Lin Kabrick, 69 of St. Joe, passed away Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at the Kossuth Regional Health Center. A private family gathering will be held for Lore in Union Township Cemetery.
Month: April 2024
College Baseball: Iowa Hawkeyes rally past Illinois State Redbirds, 8-7
IOWA CITY – The University of Iowa baseball team defeated Illinois State, 8-7, on Tuesday night at Duane Banks Field.
UNI pitcher Samantha Heyer claims her third MVC Honor of the season
After a 24-strikeout week, former Charles City star Samantha Heyer was named the Missouri Valley Conference Pitcher of the Week.
City of Mason City council meeting minutes and expense report – April 16, 2024
MASON CITY – The following are the city council meeting minutes and expenses paid by the city of Mason City for the period ending on April 16, 2024:
Winnebago County Courthouse: Supervisor meeting minutes and expense report for April 16, 2024
FOREST CITY – The following are the expenses paid by Winnebago county and Board of Supervisor meeting minutes for the period ending on April 16:
Northern Iowa woman sent to prison for 25 years after cops raid her house, find cash and meth
FAYETTE COUNTY – A Northern Iowa woman will spend a long time behind bars after cops raided her house twice and found plenty of drug dealing materials.
OBIT: James “Jim” P. Elbert
Jim was a National Guard member for over six years.
Hackers infiltrate Iowa Department of Transportation’s Twitter account
AMES – Social media users may notice a bit of a different spin on the Iowa Department of Transportation’s X (Twitter) account (@iowadot) this morning, after it was hijacked by hackers.
Winnebago offers factory tours in Forest City and Lake Mills
FOREST CITY – Winnebago, the flagship brand of outdoor lifestyle product manufacturer Winnebago Industries, is offering free tours of our industry-leading RV manufacturing facilities daily throughout the summer.
OBIT: Carol Tholkes
Carol Christine Tholkes, daughter of Philip and Christina (Bresson) Millard, was born on April 14, 1933 in Canby, Minnesota. She passed away on April 26, 2024 at the Good Samaritan Society in Estherville at the age of 91 years.
OBIT: Peggy Ann Mullen
Peggy Ann Mullen, age 75 formerly of Charles City, IA, died Saturday, April 20, 2024, at LaPorte City Specialty Care. No formal services will be held at this time.
OBIT: Ashley Rae Marlow
Ashley Marlow, 27 of Burt, passed away Monday, April 22, 2024, at her home. She was a member of the Burt Presbyterian church.
Cerro Gordo County Courthouse: Expense report and Supervisor meeting minutes April 29, 2024
MASON CITY – The following are the expenses paid by Cerro Gordo county and Board of Supervisor meeting minutes for the period ending on April 29, 2024:
Breaking the Habit: Effective Alternatives to Smoking
Breaking a highly addictive habit can be very difficult, but there are many ways to quit smoking for good. Millions of people struggle with this addiction, but millions also quit and stick…
Shotgun murder of sleeping Iowa man now snares another suspect
TRAER, IOWA – The case of an Iowa man who died from a shotgun blast while reclined in a chair has now yielded a second murder suspect.
Swaledale man sent to prison for possession of explicit child images portraying sadistic, masochistic conduct
SIOUX CITY – Thomas Alan Newman, age 60, from Swaledale, Iowa, received a 6-year prison term after an October 18, 2023, guilty plea to Possession of Child Pornography.
NIACC’s Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center to Host Youth Entrepreneurial Academy in June
The Youth Entrepreneurial Academy is a free event for participating students. Students will have the opportunity compete for $500 in business seed money.
OBIT: Phyllis A. Opkis
Phyllis Anne Opkis, 81 of Nora Springs, IA passed away Wednesday, April 24, 2024, at MercyOne Medical Center North Iowa. Funeral services will be held at 1 PM Tuesday, April 30, 2024, at Major Erickson Funeral Home.
Mason City to hold groundbreaking ceremony Tuesday morning for Prairie Rock Trails System/Riverhawk Trail
MASON CITY — Groundbreaking for the singletrack trail portion of the new Prairie Rock Trails (PRT) will be held Tuesday, April 30 at 10 am just north of the Alternative High School located at 19 North Illinois Avenue.
Iowa woman pleads guilty to dealing meth and fentanyl
SIOUX CITY – An Iowa woman is awaiting sentencing after a guilty plea to dealing meth and fentanyl.
15 million Americans have medical bills on their credit reports, feds say
The 15 million Americans disproportionately live in the South and low-income communities. Collectively, they have more than $49 billion in outstanding medical bills in collections.
College Football: Seven Iowa Hawkeyes find pro careers after 2024 NFL Draft
IOWA CITY – A total of seven Iowa Hawkeye football players have landed pro careers so far after the the 2024 NFL Draft.
OBIT: Martha J. Butterfiled
Martha J. Butterfield, 92, of Mason City, died Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at Mercy One, Mason City. Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at Fullerton Funeral Home.
OBIT: Dennis L. Venz
Dennis Venz, 66, of Eldora and formerly of Iowa Falls, passed away Saturday, April 27, 2024 at UnityPoint Health – Allen Memorial in Waterloo.
College Baseball: Hawkeyes split Sunday games with Nebraska
LINCOLN, NEBRASKA – The University of Iowa baseball team split a pair of games with Nebraska on Sunday afternoon at Hawks Field at Haymarket Park. Iowa lost the first game, 12-2, in seven innings before winning the nightcap, 4-1.
Mason City street to be closed this week for utility installation
MASON CITY – A Mason City street will be closed starting Monday morning for utility installation.
OBIT: Calvin Floyd Armstrong
Calvin died Thursday, April 18, 2024, at the Mayo Clinic Hospital, St. Mary’s Campus in Rochester, Minnesota. Services for Calvin are pending at this time.
OBIT: Betty Jane Collins
Betty Jane Collins, beloved music teacher and devoted mother, passed away on April 22, 2024, in Ames, Iowa.
Gov. Kim Reynolds and Lt. Gov. Adam Gregg release public schedule for this week
DES MOINES – Gov. Kim Reynolds and Lt. Gov. Adam Gregg released their public schedule for the week of Monday, April 29, 2024 – Sunday, May 5, 2024.
How do addiction therapies support individuals in transitioning to sober living environments?
Addiction is a complex and challenging condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide. Overcoming addiction requires a simple approach, with therapy playing a crucial role in supporting individuals as they transition to…
Zoom Attention Tracker: A Game-Changer for Virtual Events
In the realm of virtual events, keeping the audience engaged is a monumental task. Enter the Zoom attention tracking feature, a tool designed to revolutionize how hosts gauge participant engagement during online…
How High-Pressure Cleaners Are Revolutionising Industrial Maintenance
High-pressure cleaners, also known as pressure washers, have become indispensable tools in the realm of industrial maintenance. These machines utilise the power of pressurised water to remove dirt, grime, and persistent stains…
Business Boost: 6 Roofing Tips to Shield Your Company’s Success
If your business is in the roofing industry, you should know how crucial it is to stay ahead of the curve. Your company’s success relies heavily on the quality of your work,…
Iowa trooper caught in tornado, Reynolds declares disaster
MINDEN, IOWA – An Iowa State Patrol trooper is lucky to be alive after being caught in a tornado that ripped through a small town.
OBIT: Charles “Charlie” Tantow
Charles “Charlie” Gene Tantow, 92, of Manly, Iowa, passed away Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center. A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 pm Monday, April 29, 2024 at Ward-Van Slyke Colonial Chapel.
OBIT: Richard J. “Dick” Kloberdanz
Richard J. “Dick” Kloberdanz, 86, of Mason City died Friday, April 26, 2024 at the IOOF Home in Mason City. A Memorial Mass will be held 10:30 am Thursday, May 2, 2024 at Epiphany Parish – St. Joseph Catholic Church.
Northern Iowa man behind bars facing attempted murder charge after police standoff
DECORAH – Police surrounded a home in this Northern Iowa town after a badly injured victim was able to alert police to an assault.
Mason City man dead after wrong-way, head-on collision with semi
CLEAR LAKE – A fatal accident Saturday night on Interstate 35 at Clear Lake took the life of a Mason City man.
OBIT: Donna Marie Schubert
Donna M. Schubert, age 89, formerly of Algona, passed away peacefully on April 27th after an 18-month long journey with cancer at her home in Waukee, IA surrounded by her family. Memorial service will be 11:00 AM on Monday, May 6 at the First United Methodist Church in Algona.
OBIT: Dr. John H Miller
John Miller, DVM, passed away April 27, 2024, at Methodist Medical Center, Des Moines. Memorial Services will be held on Friday, May 10, 2024 at 11:30 AM at Woodley Funeral Home and Crematory in Hampton.