Maxine Ellen Domek Thompson, was called home to her Heavenly Father on September 14, 2025, peacefully surrounded by the family she so deeply cherished.
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OBIT: Ron’ Rolland D Engebretson
Rolland ‘Ron’ Engebretson, 85, of Sheffield, passed away Sunday, September 14, 2025, at his home. Private family graveside service will be held at Hillside Cemetery, Sheffield.
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Northern Iowa authorities rescue 14 dogs from unsafe house
Police and animal rescue authorities converged upon this Northern Iowa house and nearby camper and discovered over a dozen dogs living in filthy conditions, leading to their rescue and charges brought against four persons.
According to the Animal Rescue League of Iowa, “Our team arrived to find dogs in a house and four dogs trapped in the bathroom of a camper on the same property. In both areas, feces, urine and other debris covered the floors. The smell was overwhelming, and our rescuers’ eyes burned as they removed each dog.”
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OBIT: Jean Peters
Jean Peters age 94 of Charles City died Saturday, September 13, 2025 at Chautauqua Guest Homes in Charles City.
OBIT: Mary Lee Moothart
Mary Lee Moothart age 79 of New Hampton passed away peacefully at Kensington Place Assisted Living in New Hampton. Funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at Hugeback-Johnson Funeral Home & Crematory.
OBIT: Russell Kaplan
Russell Kaplan, 94, passed away on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at Hansen Family Hospital. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. on Friday, September 19, 2025, at the Surls Funeral Home in Iowa Falls.
Protected: Iowa suspect charged with murder after fatal shooting
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College Football: UNI Panthers outlast Eastern Washington Eagles, 17-14
The UNI Panther football team moved to 2-1 after a 17-14 victory over Eastern Washington.
College Football: #14 Iowa State 24 – Arkansas State 16
JONESBORO, ARKANSAS – The Iowa State Cyclones traveled to Jonesboro, Arkansas on Saturday to lock horns in Centennial Bank Stadium in front of 22,348 fans with Arkansas State, and once again defeated the Red Wolves, 24-16.
OBIT: Johnie William Mehmen
Johnie William Mehmen age 82 of Charles City, IA died Thursday, September 11, 2025, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at St. John Lutheran Church in Nashua.
OBIT: John Boedecker
John L. Boedeker III passed away on Friday, September 12, 2025, at MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center in Mason City.
Services are currently pending.
OBIT: Marjorie Ann Preston
Marjorie (Simpson) Preston, passed peacefully from this life, on September 13, 2025, leaving behind a beautiful legacy of faith, family, and unwavering strength that will echo for generations.
OBIT: Michael Dean Anderson
Michael Dean Anderson, 73, of Des Moines, Iowa passed away September 13, 2025 at Azria Health Park Place in Des Moines, Iowa. There will be a graveside service for Michael Anderson 11:00 am Wednesday, September 24, 2025 at Union Cemetery in Iowa Falls.
OBIT: Eric Haakenson
Following a prolonged, fierce battle with a rare form of meningitis diagnosed too late, Eric V. Haakenson, 70, of Lake View passed away Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025.
OBIT: Donald Eugene Kline
Donald Eugene Kline, 91, of Boone, passed away Saturday, September 13, 2025, in Boone.
OBIT: Claude “Sonny” Lowe
Claude “Sonny” John Lowe, age 77 of Sac City, IA, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at Loring Hospital in Sac City.
Mason City woman accused of endangering her children faces fresh charges after another child bitten by her dog
MASON CITY – This Mason City woman allegedly nearly caused possible unthinkable outcomes for her kids during a drunken clown show in her shiny PT Cruiser, and after cops installed her into an ice cold jail cell to pursue sobriety, her dawg allegedly bit a babysitter’s child, leading to puncture wounds and fresh charges, and when she got out of jail, salty phrases were delivered to the NIT newsroom voicemail.
OBIT: Kathrine Kelley
Kathrine Kelley, 90, of Duncombe died Saturday, September 13, 2025 at Van Diest Medical Center. A private family Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
OBIT: Danny D. Brunsvold
It is with deep sadness that the family of Danny David Brunsvold announces his passing on September 9, 2025, at the age of 78, following a long and courageous battle with prostate cancer. All are welcome to attend a celebration of Danny’s life on Monday, September 15, 2025, at Elk Creek Lutheran Church, rural Kensett.
OBIT: Susan M. Frelund
Susan (Sue) M. Frelund, 82, of Mason City, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 10 at the IOOF Home in Mason City. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at 11 a.m., at St. John’s Episcopal Church.
Iowa motorcyclist killed in utility pole collision
A young Iowa man was tragically killed Saturday when his 1983 Yamaha motorcycle left the road and struck a utility pole in a remote location.
Panther volleyball falls to No. 4 Louisville in four sets
OMAHA, Neb. — The UNI volleyball team dished out five service aces and notched nine team blocks on Saturday, stealing a set from No. 4 Louisville before coming up short against the reigning NCAA runner-up in a 3-1 loss in the 2025 Bluejay Invitational.
The Role of Automation in Modern Search
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OBIT: James Donald Kerr
James D. Kerr, 101, of Tripoli, died Friday, September 12, 2025, at Bartels Lutheran Retirement Community in Waverly.
OBIT: Kenneth Russel Underberg
Kenneth Underberg, age 97 of Livermore, passed away on Thursday, September 11, 2025 in Nevada, Iowa. Funeral Service will be 10:30 AM Saturday, September 20, 2025 at Lentz Funeral Home in Algona.
OBIT: Dennis Howard Burkholder
Dennis Burkholder, 81, passed away peacefully Friday, September 12, 2025. Following a private family interment at Oakland Cemetery in Forest City, a celebration of Denny’s life will be held at Sunnyside Farms on Saturday, October 11.
OBIT: Merlin Bentley
Merlin passed away September 12, 2025, in Bluffton at the age of 83.
Panther volleyball rolls past Rice in three-set sweep
OMAHA, Neb. — UNI volleyball’s offensive and defensive units shined on Friday afternoon as the Panthers picked up a 3-0 sweep over the Rice Owls in the opening match of the 2025 Bluejay Invitational at Creighton’s D.J. Sokol Arena.
OBIT: Jayne I. Seeberger
Jayne Irene Seeberger, 72, of North St. Paul formerly of Mason City, passed away on Thursday, September 11, 2025.
Simplify Your Store’s Billing: Free GST Software in India with Inventory & Sales Features
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OBIT: Mary Ellen (Smith) Christensen
March 21, 1923 ~ September 11, 2025 (age 102)
OBIT: Paula Marie (Ogan) Olson
Paula passed away on Thursday, September 11th, at Mercy Medical Center, DSM at the age of 74 years.
OBIT: Philip Harken
Philip Harken, 78 of Phoenix, Ariz., passed away surrounded by his loving family on Sept. 10, 2025. A Celebration of Life will take place on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 2:30 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. at the Ackley Rec Club.
OBIT: Kaylin Naomi Ingersoll
Kaylin Naomi Ingersoll, 34, of Mason City, Iowa, left us far too soon.
OBIT: Fred Koschmeder
Fred Koschmeder Jr., 72, of Riceville, Iowa, went home to the Lord on September 11, 2025.
OBIT: Terry L Olson
Terry L. Olson, age 70, died on Friday, September 5, 2025 at Lake Mills Care Center in Lake Mills, Iowa. Celebration of Life services will be held at 4:00 P.M., Saturday, September 20, 2025 at Schott Funeral Home.