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ST. ANSGAR — Linda Mae Bork, 80, of St. Ansgar, passed away Sunday, June 28, 2026, at Mitchell County Regional Health Center in Osage following complications related to Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency, a genetic lung disease.
In keeping with Linda’s wishes, no funeral service will be held.
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An Iowa driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries after authorities say his car was rear-ended at a railroad crossing, spun onto the tracks and was struck by a westbound locomotive.
FOREST CITY — The Winnebago County Board of Supervisors approved FY2027 appointments and pay increases, discussed courthouse fountain repairs, appointed a new conservation board member and reviewed road, drainage and public health updates during its June 23, 2026 meeting.
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CLEAR LAKE — A Northern Iowa fireworks employee was cited Tuesday after Clear Lake police say fireworks were sold to a minor during compliance checks ahead of the Fourth of July holiday.
The Clear Lake Police Department said officers conducted compliance checks on June 30, 2026, at all retail fireworks businesses in Clear Lake.
A Northern Iowa man with a history of serious drug convictions has been sentenced to 17 years in federal prison for meth trafficking in the Fort Dodge area.
Thomas Lee Clark Jr., 57, of Eagle Grove and Fort Dodge, was sentenced June 25, 2026, in federal court in Sioux City after pleading guilty earlier this year to meth distribution charges.
CEDAR FALLS — One of Iowa’s in-state wrestling rivalries is returning to the mat.
The University of Iowa men’s wrestling team will face Northern Iowa on December 11, 2026, at 7:00 PM inside the UNI-Dome in Cedar Falls, as Journeymen Wrestling presents “Dual in the Dome.”
OSAGE — A Northern Iowa auto crash near Osage sent two people to the hospital Sunday afternoon, including one person with life-threatening injuries, according to the Iowa State Patrol.
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Supreme Court handed the LGBTQ community a major legal setback Monday, ruling that states may bar transgender girls and women (MEN) from competing on girls’ and women’s school sports teams.
NORTHWOOD — The Worth County Board of Supervisors approved several resolutions ay the Monday, June 29, 2026, meeting, including action tied to a county zoning ordinance oversight involving solar projects and the creation of a new sheriff’s department weapons fund.
CHARLES CITY — A Northern Iowa driver fled the scene after a two-vehicle crash in Charles City that caused an estimated $13,000 in damage, police said.
CHARLES CITY — A Northern Iowa woman was arrested after police say officers were called to a Charles City disturbance involving a subject who was out of control.
MASON CITY — The Mason City Public Library has earned state accreditation from the State Library of Iowa, a recognition that officials say reflects the library’s commitment to strong public service, community access and high-quality operations.
AMES — Former Iowa State guard Tamin Lipsey is getting his NBA shot.
Lipsey has signed an undrafted free agent contract with the Indiana Pacers following the 2026 NBA Draft, giving one of the most accomplished players in Iowa State history a path into the professional ranks.
WASHINGTON — The United States, Israel and Lebanon have signed a new trilateral framework that American officials say could open a path toward ending the latest war on Israel’s northern border, restoring Lebanese sovereignty and dismantling Hizballah’s military infrastructure.
For Lebanon, the framework offers a possible route out of years of conflict, economic crisis and militia domination. For Israel, it offers a possible way to remove a persistent threat along its northern border. For the Trump administration, it represents another attempt to reorder the Middle East around deals that isolate Iran and its proxies.
DES MOINES — Eight rural Iowa historic properties will share $750,000 in preservation grants aimed at restoring old landmarks, strengthening local business districts and keeping community gathering places alive for future use.
A Northern Iowa felon caught with a stolen gun has been sentenced to eight years in federal prison after a burglary investigation led officers to a firearm hidden in the basement of his Cresco home.
An illegal immigrant living in Northern Iowa has been sentenced to federal prison after admitting he possessed child pornography, including material involving prepubescent minors and sexual abuse of children.
Jesus Aranda-Martinez, 25, a citizen of Mexico who had been living in Rock Valley, Iowa, was sentenced in federal court in Sioux City after pleading guilty on February 6, 2026, to one count of possession of child pornography.
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An Iowa man has been arrested after police say a hidden camera was discovered inside an Albia hair salon in an area that included a tanning bed.
According to police, the camera was disguised as an electrical outlet. Authorities said the device was positioned to record a portion of the salon that included a tanning bed.
PLYMOUTH — Kenneth F. “Kenny” Prazak, 96, of Plymouth, passed away peacefully Saturday, June 27, 2026, at the Nora Springs Care Center.
A visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 PM Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at Bride Colonial Chapel, 110 E. Spring St. in Manly.
OSAGE — Lorraine Agnes Klaes, 89, of Osage, passed away Saturday, June 27, 2026, in Osage, surrounded by her loving family.
A funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 AM Thursday, July 2, 2026, at St. Peter’s Catholic Church.
CLEAR LAKE — Duane Edward Schlichting, 77, of Clear Lake, passed away Friday, June 26, 2026.
A visitation will be held from 2:00 to 4:00 PM Sunday, June 28, 2026, at Ward-Van Slyke Colonial Chapel, 310 1st Ave. N. in Clear Lake.
GARNER — Teresa M. Preuschl, 88, of Garner, passed away Friday, June 26, 2026, at her home.
A funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 AM Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church in Duncan, with Fr. Paulraj Sellam officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
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SPIRIT LAKE — Franklin Charles “Frank” Edmunds, 75, of Spirit Lake, passed away Friday, June 26, 2026, at Lakes Regional Healthcare in Spirit Lake.
A memorial service will follow at 11:00 AM Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at Turner Jenness Funeral Home.
ALGONA — Tracy Vern Remy, 90, of Algona, passed away Friday, June 26, 2026.
A Celebration of Tracy’s Life will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, July 11, 2026, at New Hope Church in Algona.
ALGONA — Harlan E. Wittkopf, 79, of Algona, passed away peacefully Thursday, June 25, 2026.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Thursday, July 2, 2026, at New Hope Church in Algona.
ROCKWELL — Roger Lester Colson, 73, of Rockwell, passed away Thursday, June 25, 2026, at Oakwood Care Center after a nine-and-a-half-month battle with cancer.
A public visitation will be held from 1:00 to 3:00 PM Saturday, July 11, 2026, at the Rockwell Cooperative Telephone Association, 202 4th St. N. in Rockwell.