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Core competencies are the unique strengths and abilities that a business develops and excels in, allowing it to outperform competitors. These competencies can range from exceptional customer service to innovative product development,
Every little thing matters for making dining experiences great in restaurants. One important but often overlooked kitchen tool is the oil heater. It’s crucial for keeping deep fryers and other cooking gear
Maxine M. Kemp, 92, of O’Fallon, MO and formerly of Mason City, passed away Sunday, May 12, 2024. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:30 am, Friday, May 17 at Epiphany Parish – St. Joseph Catholic Church.
George W. Boyington, 83, of Clarion, passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at Bethany Life in Story City, Iowa.
Cary LaVerne Griffith, age 77 of Nashua, IA, died Tuesday, May 14, 2024, at Evergreen Arbor in the Bartels Lutheran Retirement Home from complications of Alzheimer’s disease.
Shirley Fay Fields, 68, of Hampton, passed away at her residence on Sunday, May 12, 2024. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, May 17, 2024, at Woodley Funeral Home in Hampton.
“This year’s report is a measure of good news for the millions of Americans who depend on Social Security, including the roughly 50 percent of seniors for whom Social Security is the difference between poverty and living in dignity — any potential benefit reduction event has been pushed off from 2034 to 2035.”
Keith Albert Ashland, 81, of Mason City, Iowa, passed away May 4, 2024 at MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center in Mason City. A memorial service will be held at 12:00 pm, June 19, 2024 at Ward Van Slyke Colonial Chapel.
MASON CITY – The NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center and North Iowa Area SBDC announced Bethany Fisher of The Trendy Pineapple Boutique in Garner, IA as the May 2024 Entrepreneur of the Month.
Companies are continuously looking for creative ways to improve flexibility and streamline operations in an era where the global workforce is more interconnected than ever. One such solution that has seen a
Power transmitting belts are crucial parts of many machines and equipment used in different industries. They help transfer power from one rotating part to another. These belts are found in industrial machines,
Our planet is grappling with numerous environmental concerns, one of which is food waste. An effective solution to this escalating problem arises from the consideration of food packaging. With roughly one-third of the
Losing a loved one is one of the most challenging experiences we face in life. It can leave us feeling lost, overwhelmed, and unsure of how to move forward. However, finding ways
HAMPTON – The following are the expenses paid by Franklin county and Board of Supervisor meeting minutes for the period ending on May 13, 2024:
CEDAR FALLS – Megan Franklin has begun her tenure as UNI’s Director of Athletics. A formal media conference was held in the McLeod Center on Tuesday to introduce Franklin to campus.
In 2023, 45% of traffic fatalities in Iowa were unbuckled. Cops are looking to change that with heavy enforcement.
Our Father, Edwin Leon Koehn was born to Herman and Hannah Jantz Koehn on February 26, 1937 at Cimarron, Kansas. He went to his eternal reward on May 13, 2024 at his home in Chester, Iowa surrounded by loved ones reaching the age of 87.
Gary Lee Leach, the son of Roger and Betty (Moore) Leach, was born on October 29, 1951, in Estherville, Iowa. He entered eternal rest on May 14, 2024, at the Valley Vue Care Center in Armstrong, Iowa at the age of 72 years.
CEDAR RAPIDS – A Cedar Falls office manager who stole approximately $250,000 in a two-year period was sentenced to over two years in federal prison.
Iowa is struggling to add new residents, and thousands of businesses are begging for workers. Some say immigrants would fill these gaps. Others say laws like this one relegate immigrants to second-class dwellers susceptible to mistreatment by society and their employers.
MASON CITY – A basement fire at a Mason City house chased the resident out into the yard as firefighters deal with the blaze.
Iowa farmers have collected over $39 billion in socialist farm subsidies over the last two decades, and many drive beautiful, brand-new pickup trucks and live in lavish rural homes, but they really do need more help.
DES MOINES – Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig will present the Wergin Good Farm Neighbor Award to the Chuck and Kay Struthers Family of Story County.
MASON CITY – A Mason City police officer who served over three decades in law enforcement is retiring today, the department announced today.
Jensen has more than 30 years of collegiate coaching experience, working alongside Bluder the past 24 years at Iowa and eight at Drake University.
IOWA CITY – University of Iowa Gymnastics Head Coach Larissa Libby has resigned from her position effective Friday, May 10.
Leona Pruisner, 95, passed away peacefully in the arms of family on May 13, 2024, wanting nothing more than to again be with her husband of over 73 years at the pearly gates.
Grace (Sorlien) Johnson, 96, of St. Ansgar passed away peacefully at the Good Samaritan Nursing Home on Thursday, May 9, 2024. Celebration of life services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, May 25, 2024, at the First Lutheran Church.
A funeral service for John D. Shaw, 71, of Fenton, will be held Saturday, May 18, 2024, at 10:30 AM, at the Fenton United Methodist Church.
Philip Wesley Erdmann, 95, of Osage passed away May 6 at MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center in Mason City. He was a resident of Evergreen Senior Living in Osage.
In the digital age, where communication and documentation are paramount, the ability to type quickly and accurately is a skill that holds significant value. Whether you’re a student completing assignments, a professional
When it comes to personal injury cases, time is often of the essence. Whether you’ve been involved in a car accident, suffered a workplace injury, or experienced harm due to medical malpractice,
Gary Victor May, 74, died on Sunday, May 12, 2024 at his home. A gathering will be held Friday, May 17, 2024 from 3:00 to 5:00 PM at the Clear Lake V.F.W., 219 Main Ave, Clear Lake.
David Allen Galindo, 58, of Mason City, passed away Saturday, May 11, 2024 at MercyOne Medical Center-North Iowa. Memorial services will be held at 10:30 AM, Monday, May 20, 2024 at Major Erickson Funeral Home.
DES MOINES – Gov. Kim Reynolds announced today that President Biden has approved Iowa’s request for a Major Disaster Declaration. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) are now authorized to provide assistance to Clarke, Harrison, Mills, Polk, Pottawattamie, Ringgold, Shelby, and Union Counties that were impacted by severe weather on April 26, 2024.
Robert (Bob) Lee Frascht, 75, of Charles City, passed away Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at Mayo Clinic Hospital. A funeral service for will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, at Hauser Weishaar Funeral Home.
MASON CITY – Three NIACC baseball players earned ICCAC Division II second-team all-region honors for the 2024 season.
SANDY, UTAH – Several Iowa NASP Archers qualified for and participated in the recent US Eastern and Western Nationals.
Doc Gilbert of Clear Lake, Iowa passed peacefully at home. A celebration of Doc will be on his 80th birthday as he was looking forward to a big party, Sunday May 19, 2024, from 1:00 – 4:00, at the historic Surf Ballroom.
A Celebration of life will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 1, 2024, at Hauser Weishaar Funeral Home in Charles City.