Each of the student entrepreneurs won $500 in Round 1, and will compete in the Finals for a chance to win $5,000.
Month: April 2024
Midwest Walleye Challenge prize winners announced
BOONE – Midwest Walleye Challenge participants from across the southern Midwest have submitted their first two weeks of walleye and sauger catches.
Tips for Getting the Best Commercial Painting Services
Whether you own a shop or a commercial building, you need to understand that keeping its facade fresh is an integral part of maintenance. Thus, it is essential to have it repainted…
Instant Gratification: Rapid Heat Delivery with Electric Radiators for Quick Comfort
We live in an age of immediate satisfaction where we yearn for quick solutions to our problems. This necessity also extends to the comfort of our homes. During those cold winter months,…
Transport and Logistics Services: 6 Tips on Finding the Right One for Your Needs
If your company relies on the services of a transport company, then there’s no need to remind you how essential it is to select the right one. This is important even if…
Iowa’s Kate Martin selected by Las Vegas Aces in 2024 WNBA Draft
NEW YORK – University of Iowa graduate student Kate Martin was selected by the Las Vegas Aces with 18th overall pick in the 2nd round of the WNBA Draft.
Charles City gas station and clerk fined hundreds of dollars for failing tobacco compliance sting
CHARLES CITY – A Charles City gas station and the clerk working at the store were fined hundreds of dollars after police conducted a tobacco compliance sting.
Charles City couple arrested after disturbance
CHARLES CITY – Police were called to a commercial area for a disturbance in Charles City this weekend, resulting in two arrests.
OBIT: Harvey L. Johnson
Harvey L. Johnson, 79, of Mason City, passed away on Saturday, April 13, 2024, at the MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center.
Caitlin Clark selected by Indiana Fever as first overall pick in 2024 WNBA Draft
NEW YORK – University of Iowa senior guard Caitlin Clark was selected by the Indiana Fever with 1st overall pick in the WNBA Draft. Clark is the first Hawkeye ever to be selected as the overall top pick.
OPINION: A strict abortion ban is headed for Iowa
On Thursday, the Iowa Supreme Court held oral arguments on the Iowa GOP’s six-week abortion ban that passed last summer in a special session. They’ll be handing down a decision sometime between now and the end of June. If they uphold the law and lift the injunction, a six-week ban could take effect right away.
NIACC to offer Brian Regan Live! performance on April 21
MASON CITY – The NIACC Performing Arts & Leadership Series presents Brian Regan Live! at the North Iowa Community Auditorium on the NIACC campus at 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 21st at 7pm.
Iowa State Cyclone men’s basketball adds three transfers
AMES – Iowa State head men’s basketball coach T.J. Otzelberger has announced the addition of three transfers to the 2024-25 Iowa State roster. Seattle transfer Brandton Chatfield, Northern Iowa transfer Nate Heise and Charlotte transfer Dishon Jackson will all join the Cyclones this summer.
Fort Dodge man who dealt two pounds of meth out of a hotel room faces a decade in prison
Law enforcement executed a search warrant of the suspect’s hotel room and observed him dumping a product in the toilet and located additional methamphetamine, cash, and drug distribution paraphernalia.
Donald Trump criminal hush money trial begins today
NEW YORK – Donald Trump is in a New York City courtroom Monday morning to begin the criminal trial in which he is accused of falsifying business records while paying an adult film actress via his attorney to avoid pre-election publicity about their affair.
Hancock county man flashes gun at neighbor mowing lawn, leading to search warrant and federal charges
SIOUX CITY – A Northern Iowa man behaved in a not-so-friendly way when he flashed a gun at his neighbor out mowing a lawn, leading to federal gun charges and a possible long prison sentence.
Online casino rating: how to choose a site and start playing
The number of gamblers continues to grow. People want to have the opportunity to spend their leisure time not only having fun, but also enjoying a worthwhile win. But to do so,…
Factors to Consider When Installing an Air Source Heat Pump in Your Home
When it comes to heating or cooling your home, you’ve got so many choices. One popular option is the air source heat pump. These pumps are more energy-efficient than traditional gas boilers….
4 Technological Innovations in Online Casinos
In our century, technology is developing faster than at any time in human history. Modern technologies continually change our lives literally every year, automating many simple processes, and making our work and…
Compensations for Workers: Useful Legal Handbook You Should Have In Mind
In today’s rapidly evolving workforce, it is essential for workers to be aware of their rights and entitlements when it comes to compensation for their work. This legal handbook serves as a…
Iowa State ranked as 17th-best college sports program in the country
AMES – An outstanding winter athletics season highlighted by national champions and NCAA Championship team success has propelled the Iowa State Athletics Department up to No. 17 in the Division I Learfield Directors’ Cup standings.
Waterloo police find man on the ground, shot dead
WATERLOO – A man was fond shot to death in Waterloo, and police are seeking clues about his demise.
North Iowa Area Community College earns reaccreditation from the Higher Learning Commission
This achievement reaffirms the college’s commitment to academic excellence, continuous improvement, and its significant role in higher education within the community and beyond.
Forgotten controlled burn re-ignites, destroys Clear Lake garage
CLEAR LAKE – A forgotten controlled burn re-ignited near a rural Clear Lake garage, engulfing and destroying the structure causing tens-of-thousands of dollars in damage.
Floyd County Courthouse: Supervisor meeting minutes and expense report for April 8, 2024
CHARLES CITY – The following are the expenses paid by Floyd county and Board of Supervisor meeting minutes for the period ending on April 8, 2024:
OBIT: Kay Ann Ouverson
Kay A. (Kentner) Ouverson, 86, passed away peacefully in her home in Northwood, surrounded by family on Friday, April 12, 2024. Kay and Dale will be laid to rest 2:00 pm Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at Sunset Rest Cemetery.
OBIT: Sister Jeanette McCarthy
Sister was born on the farm near Titonka, IA, on August 9, 1938, and was 2nd of 16 children to Donald and Marian (Haan) McCarthy. Later she grew up at St Benedict, IA, and attended St Benedict Catholic School until 8th grade, then on to St Cecilia’s Academy in Algona, IA.
OBIT: Emmaline M. Sewick
A funeral service for Emmaline May “Emmy” Sewick, 90, of Algona, will be held Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at 10:30 AM at Trinity Lutheran Church in Algona.
The Future Is Digital: Unlocking the Power of Crypto Investments
In the quick-paced and ever-evolving panorama of finance, virtual property has emerged as an innovative pressure, reshaping how we take into account investments and wealth accumulation. With its capability for out-of-border transactions,…
Investing in the Future: How Bitcoin is Transforming the Investment Game
In the ever-evolving panorama of finance, conventional funding mechanisms are being challenged by the upward thrust of modern generations and new asset instructions. At the leading edge of this alteration is Bitcoin,…
Crypto Chronicles: Tales of Triumph in the World of Bitcoin Investment
In the dynamic and swiftly evolving world of finance, few phenomena have captured the imagination and sparked as much exhilaration as cryptocurrencies, with Bitcoin leading the way. Since its inception in 2009,…
Minnesota man accelerates to speeds topping 125 mph through Iowa, caught with plenty of weed
BREMER COUNTY – A Minnesota man raced through Iowa with a considerable load of weed before cops caught him south of Waterloo and now faces a swath of charges.
OBIT: Danny O’Donnell
Danny O’Donnell, 83, of Thornton, passed away Friday, April 12, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at Woodley Funeral Home in Thornton.
Iowa dairy farmers and poultry producers warned again of spreading avian flu, “evolving situation”
The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship is closely and continually monitoring the evolving situation, while reminding consumers that pasteurized milk and dairy products are safe to enjoy, despite warnings that avian flu is spreading.
Collision just outside Mason City sends woman to hospital
MASON CITY – A traffic collision Friday afternoon just outside Mason City sent a Britt woman to the hospital.
OBIT: Kim R. Marovets
Kim Renee Marovets, a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 10, 2024, at the age of 65, in Mason City. A visitation in honor of Kim Renee Marovets will be held on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at Hogan Bremer Moore Colonial Chapel.
Designing Smoking Shelters: Balancing Functionality with Aesthetics
As responsible members of the community, it’s important for businesses and organizations to take steps to ensure everyone’s comfort. One solution, is providing a designated smoking shelter for smokers, keeping them separate from…
Iowa man awaiting sentencing for dealing drugs allegedly tries to sell a t-shirt of meth to undercover cop
BURLINGTON – An Iowa man already awaiting punishment for dealing drugs tried to sell an undercover cop a t-shirt of meth and now the vice of justice is tightening upon him.
Former Iowa Hawkeye star Luka Garza finally gets full NBA contract
MINNEAPOLIS – The Minnesota Timberwolves announced the team has converted center Luka Garza’s two-way contract to a standard NBA contract. Garza is a former Iowa Hawkeye National Player of the Year.
Top Iowa fishing spots for the week of April 11, 2023
CLEAR LAKE – At Clear Lake, water temperatures are in the upper 40s. Water level is 11 inches below crest. The courtesy dock is in at the Ritz ramp. A temporary courtesy dock is in at McIntosh until new docks are installed.