Scott A. Foos, 56, of New Hampton, Iowa passed away on March 21, 2026, at his home in New Hampton. A memorial visitation will be held on Sunday, April 19, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. at Abels Funeral and Cremation Service in Grundy Center.
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OBIT: Teddy Hayes
Teddy Duane Hayes, 82, of Webster City, Iowa, died April 8, 2026, surrounded by family after a ten year, plus, battle with dementia. A Celebration of Life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at MAC Life Church in Blairsburg.
OBIT: Glenna “Susie” Susan Kiel
Glenna “Susie” Susan Kiel age 93, mother of Sam Hilt, his wife Karla, and daughters Donna Hilt and Ruby Buehler. Susie passed on April 7, 2026 at Colonial Manor Care Facility. Prior to that, Susie lived at Cedar Vale assisted living for 8 years.
What to Know About Churchill Downs Racetrack Ahead of the Racing Season
The arrival of spring brings a familiar sense of excitement to the world of sports, especially as the calendar turns toward the first Saturday in May. For fans of Thoroughbred racing, there…
College Basketball: Iowa Hawkeyes finish 15th in final AP poll rankings
IOWA CITY – The University of Iowa men’s basketball team finished 15th in the final Associated Press rankings for the 2025-26 season. It is the program’s highest year-end ranking since the 2020-21 season when it was eighth.
Gov. Reynolds signs bill to reform foster care training and increase foster homes in Iowa
DES MOINES — Governor Kim Reynolds signed state legislation and a joint proclamation with the federal Administration of Children and Families (ACF) which aim to strengthen Iowa’s foster care system.
Women’s JUCO Basketball: NIACC’s Spotts earns 1st-team all-American honors
MASON CITY – NIACC sophomore Reggi Spotts has earned NJCAA Division II first-team all-American honors.
Spotts, who prepped at Mason City High, is the first NIACC women’s basketball all-American since Autam Mendez earned first-team honors and Sierra Morrow earned second-team honors in the 2019-20 season. She is the 15th NIACC women’s basketball player to be selected as an all-American.
Why Iowa Still Doesn’t Have Legal Online Casinos – OnlineUnitedStatesCasinos Explains Why
Iowa has long been considered one of the more established gambling markets in the Midwest. From riverboat casinos to a fully operational sports betting industry, the state has gradually expanded its gambling…
OBIT: Betty Holtz
Betty Holtz, 87, of Charles City, passed away Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at the 11th Street Chautauqua Guest Home in Charles City with her loving family by her side.
Winnebago County Courthouse: Supervisor meeting minutes and expense report for April 7, 2026
FOREST CITY – The following are the expenses paid by Winnebago county and Board of Supervisor meeting minutes for the period ending on April 7, 2026:
OBIT: Katherine Ann Bohl
Katherine “Kathy” Ann Bohl, 91, of Mason City, IA, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, under the care of MercyOne North Iowa Hospice at the Rockwell Community Nursing home.
What to Do If You’re Suddenly Relocated for Work and Locked Into a Lease
Your employer drops the news: you’re moving. New city, new role, start date in six weeks. The excitement lasts about five minutes before you remember you have eight months left on your…
OBIT: Lowell Rainey
Lowell Lavern Rainey Jr., 63, passed away on Monday, April 6, 2026 at Good Shepherd Health Care Center.
OBIT: Florence Catherine Boss
Florence Catherine Boss age 92 of Nashua, IA, died Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at her home.
Protected: Northern Iowa man nabbed after alleged heinous deeds with teen in Mason City
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OBIT: Lauri L Studer
Lauri Lyne Studer, born October 2, 1959, in Estherville Iowa to Norris Rierson and Janice Johnson Rierson. She passed away on April 7, 2026.
Mason City women accused of financially abusing a dependent adult
MASON CITY — A joint investigation into the exploitation of the vulnerable has led to criminal charges against two local caregivers accused of systematically draining a client’s resources for their own personal gain.
What security and privacy considerations should you discuss with an SEO Agency Old Toronto before starting a project?
When engaging an SEO Agency Old Toronto for your project, security and privacy considerations form a critical foundation for a successful and compliant partnership. Toronto businesses operate in a regulated Canadian environment…
Smart Gate Automation: How Remote-Controlled Gate Openers Are Changing Modern Homes
Modern living is shifting toward convenience and security through smart gate automation. By installing remote control gate opener solutions, homeowners can eliminate the manual task of opening heavy gates. These systems use…
Security Deposit Amounts Demystified for Property Owners
At your portfolio size, cash controls are not just about rent collection. They shape how you manage liability, liquidity, and compliance across multiple entities. Security deposits sit at the center of that…
Brandmydispo Expands Access to Custom Mylar Bags for Startups and Growing Brands
Brandmydispo has solidified its place within the custom packaging industry by providing flexibility in order quantities, the ability to create a completely unique design with customer assistance, and increased access to various…
The Art of the Long Weekend: Redefining Leisure in the Heart of the Capital
The long weekend city break is having a serious moment. Travelers are choosing fewer big trips and more frequent three-day escapes that actually fit into real life. Athens has quietly become one…
OBIT: Mavis Corella Halvorson Olson
Mavis Halvorson Olson passed away at the Lake Mills Care Center on her birthday, April 7, 2026, at 105 years young!
OBIT: Robert “Bob” Leo Carney
Robert Leo Carney, 86, passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at HallMar Village in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, surrounded by his loving family. A 4th Degree Knights of Columbus Rosary will be said at 3:00 p.m., followed by a scriptural wake service on Sunday, April 12, 2026, at Ward-Van Slyke Colonial Chapel.
OBIT: Randy A. Sobolik
Randy Sobolik, age 55, of Cresco, IA, died on Monday, April 6, 2026 at his home. A rosary will be recited at 3:30 p.m. Thursday, April 9, with visitation to follow from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home.
How a Vacation Home in the Cyclades Doubles as a Smart Investment
Owning a vacation property in the Greek islands is no longer just a lifestyle dream. It has become a well-documented investment strategy that generates real returns. The Cyclades, with islands like Paros,…
State of Iowa fuels industrial growth in Osage with $1 million expansion loan
OSAGE — The state of Iowa has approved a $1,000,000 loan to support a significant industrial expansion in Osage, signaling a major boost for the Mitchell County economy.
OBIT: Patsy Ruth “Pat” Myers
Patsy Ruth “Pat” Myers, 89, of Mason City, Iowa, passed peacefully on Friday, April 3, 2026, at Heritage Care Center, surrounded by the care and comfort of those around her. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM, Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at First Assembly of God.
College Softball: Iowa State Cyclones blast #14 Arizona, 12-10
AMES – In one of the wilder games of the season, Iowa State (22-15, 4-8 Big 12) used a seventh-run seventh to come from behind and beat No. 14 Arizona (29-9, 11-4 Big 12) by a score of 12-10 on a chilly day at the Cyclone Softball Complex.
OBIT: Robert “Pritch” Pritchard
Pritch passed away on April 6, 2026 at his home in Spencer. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Beverly Schultz of Meridian, Idaho.
UNI Panther football to host Spring Game on April 25 inside the UNI-Dome
CEDAR FALLS — UNI football fans are invited to celebrate this year’s spring season with UNI’s 2026 Spring Game, hosted inside the UNI-Dome on April 25, free of charge.
The casino ads showing up in local feeds don’t look like ads anymore
It’s getting harder to tell what’s an ad and what’s not in North Iowa’s social media and news feeds. Casino and sports betting promotions have started blending in with everything else, sometimes…
OBIT: Evan Joe Schmidt
Evan Joe Schmidt age 61 of Chester, IA, died Sunday, April 5, 2026, at Mayo Clinic Hospital, Saint Mary’s Campus in Rochester, MN. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, April 10, 2026, at Hugeback – Johnson Funeral Home & Crematory in Elma.
OBIT: Raymond Vandeventer, Jr.
Raymond C. Vandeventer, Jr., 78, of Charles City, passed away Monday, April 6, 2026 at his home.
OBIT: Robert “Bob” Lee Connor
Robert “Bob” Connor, 89 of Livermore, passed away Sunday, April 5, 2026, at his home. A celebration of Bob’s life will be held on June 27, 2026, at 11:00 AM at Victory Church located at the Humboldt County Historical Museum Church.
OBIT: Terri Henrickson
Terri Henrickson, 63, of Kamrar died Monday, April 6, 2026 at her home. No services are scheduled at this time.
OBIT: Craig Mark Wills
Craig Mark Wills, 74 of Eldora, Iowa passed away peacefully on April 6th 2026 in his home with family by his side.
OBIT: Paul M. Charlson
Paul Marlin Charlson, age 81, of Clear Lake, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at Good Shepherd Health Center following a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease. A celebration of Paul’s life will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, June 5, 2026 at Trinity Lutheran Church.
Mason City students have strong showing at spelling bee competition
MASON CITY – The Mason City Community School District (MCCSD) had several students participate in the 5th Annual Regional Competition for the National Civics Bee sponsored by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and hosted by The Greater Mason City Chamber.
OBIT: Dave Keithley
Dave Keithley, 82, of Boone, passed away on Sunday, April 5, 2026, at Boone County Hospital.