UNI women’s basketball picked up its first victory of the season with a 51-50 at Creighton.
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Belmond man wins big Iowa lottery prize worth over $100K
CLIVE, IOWA – Belmond has a new lottery jackpot winner, and this lucky fellow is claiming a prize worth over $100,000 after he stopped at a local Casey’s.
OBIT: Isabel “Izzy” Nicole Tilley
Izzy passed away on Monday, November 17th, in Eagle Grove at the age of 18 years, due to recent health issues.
OBIT: Janette Sue Lien
Janette Sue Lien passed away peacefully on November 16, 2025 at the age of 72. She was well known in the community for her career as an educator in the Rudd-Rockford-Marble Rock School District having taught a variety of science classes over her nearly 37-year career.
Senator Joni Ernst aims to halt SNAP users from eating fast food courtesy of taxpayers
WASHINGTON – Senator Joni Ernst of Iowa says that after the Biden administration “massively expanded” the number of restaurants eligible to accept Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, she is releasing bombshell data exposing that $524 million has been spent, almost exclusively on fast food, in just nine states over the past two years – and she has a bill to shut it all down.
Women’s College Basketball: No. 19 Iowa Hawkeyes score neutral court victory over No. 7 Baylor, 57-52
ORLANDO, FLORIDA – No. 19 Iowa (5-0) defeated No. 7 Baylor (4-1) on Thursday night in the State Farm Field House in Orlando at the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association Showcase, 57-52.
Women’s College Basketball: No. 12 Iowa State Cyclones down Drake, 87-60
DES MOINES – No. 12 Iowa State (6-0, 0-0 Big 12) downed Drake (1-3, 0-0 MVC) on Wednesday night, 87-60, in the Cyclones’ first road test of the season.
The Cyclones got out to a 16-0 start in the game and never looked back in the dominant victory.
Trump’s health department releases report that says so-called “gender-affirming care” for kids is dangerous
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A report released this week (in the middle of “Transgender Awareness Month”) by President Trump’s Department of Health and Human Services says gender-affirming care is just plain bad for kids saying the ghastly treatment poses “medical dangers … to children.”
Kids with “gender dysphoria” that then get puberty blockers, cross-sex hormones and gender-affirming surgeries come down with significant, long-term damage, according to the report.
Are Electric Dirt Bikes Worth It? The Pros and Cons
The distinctive roar of a gasoline-powered dirt bike has been the soundtrack of off-road adventures for generations. But a new sound—or lack thereof—is emerging on trails and tracks: the near-silent hum of…
OBIT: Betty Jane Zemke Frimml
Betty Frimml, 80, of Iowa Falls, passed away Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center. No services are planned at this time.
OBIT: Delores Rose Franzen
Delores Franzen, 89, of New Hampton, Iowa, formerly of Lawler passed away peacefully on November 19, 2025, at Accura Health – Linn Haven Rehab & Healthcare in New Hampton surrounded by her family.
Winnebago County Courthouse: Supervisor meeting minutes and expense report for November 18, 2025
FOREST CITY – The following are the expenses paid by Winnebago county and Board of Supervisor meeting minutes for the period ending on November 18, 2025:
OBIT: Alvina G. Voss
Alvina G. Voss, 92, of Grundy Center, Iowa, passed away on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at Creekside Living in Grundy Center. Visitation will be held at Pleasant Valley Reformed Church on Monday, November 24, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. until time of the funeral service at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow at the church cemetery.
OBIT: Robert E. Bunn
Robert E. Bunn, 92, of Maynard, Iowa, died Wednesday afternoon, November 19, 2025, at Maple Crest Manor in Fayette, Iowa. There will be no funeral services.
College Football: UNI Panthers to take on Youngstown State Penguins on Senior Day
CEDAR FALLS — The Panthers wrap up the 2025 season on November 22 against the Youngstown State Penguins. This will be the 37th all-time matchup between these two teams with UNI leading the series 26-10 and 16-3 in Cedar Falls.
OBIT: Mary Jean Martin
Mary Jean Martin age 90 of New Hampton, IA died Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at MercyOne New Hampton Medical Center. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, November 21, 2025, at Holy Family Parish, New Hampton.
OBIT: George Mack
George Mack, age 99, of Algona, passed away Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at the Kossuth Regional Health Center in Algona. Funeral services will be 11 am Friday November 21st at Trinity Lutheran Church in Algona.
Keeping North Iowa Beautiful: The Hidden Hazardous Waste in Your Trash Can
If you live in North Iowa, you know that our connection to the land is different here. From the fishermen waiting for the catch of the day on the frozen expanse of…
Looking for Help with Car Detailing? Trust Those Who Use pH-Balanced Cleaners
The unpredictable weather in Calgary doesn’t just throw unwanted surprises at you — it affects your vehicle as well. Sudden sunshine, snow, and windstorms expose your car to dust, road salt, and…
Paul Charles Boehnke
Paul Charles Boehnke 67, passed away Friday, November 14, 2025 after his battle with ALS(Lou Gehrig’s Disease), at MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center, Mason City, IA surrounded by his loved ones. A Celebration of Life Visitation will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at Ward-Van Slyke Colonial Chapel.
Where Companies Keep Equipment During Downtime
Every business has times when machinery sits idle. Tools used for a construction project might be kept in storage until the next job. Depending on the type of machinery, it can take…
OBIT: Thomas A. Clouse
Thomas A. Clouse, 53, of Mason City, passed away Sunday November 16, 2025 in Mason City. Graveside services will be held at a later date at Memorial Park Cemetery.
Democrat Congresswoman faces 53 years in prison for ripping off FEMA funds
A federal grand jury in Miami has returned an indictment charging Democrat Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick and several co-defendants with stealing federal disaster funds, laundering the proceeds, and using the money to support her 2021 congressional campaign. If convicted, Cherfilus-McCormick faces up to 53 years in prison.
“Using disaster relief funds for self-enrichment is a particularly selfish, cynical crime,” said Attorney General Pamela Bondi. “No one is above the law, least of all powerful people who rob taxpayers for personal gain. We will follow the facts in this case and deliver justice.”
How to Protect Your Hands from Frostbite This Winter in Iowa
When the temperature dips below freezing in Iowa, especially in the northern regions, the risk of frostbite becomes more than just a cold-weather nuisance it becomes a real health threat. Hands are…
Convicted felon feeds Mason City police a tall tale, now faces serious charges
MASON CITY – This convicted felon on probation for her previous crimes fed Mason City police a tall tale about her stabbed hubby, but cops were having none of her games, and she now faces yet another serious charge that could land her in an Iowa prison.
OBIT: Harry T. Eichinger
Harry T. Eichinger, 77, of Mason City, died Friday, November 14, 2025. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:30 am Thursday, November 20, 2025 at Epiphany Parish – St. Joseph Catholic Church.
Rockwell man hurt when struck by transit bus in Mason City
MASON CITY – A Rockwell man crossing a street in downtown Mason City was struck by a transit bus Tuesday afternoon, and took an ambulance to the hospital.
OBIT: Kole William Broderick
Kole William Broderick, age 30, passed away on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at 7:19 p.m. in the Critical Care Unit at Iowa Methodist Medical Center. A private family service will be held on Friday, November 21, 2025, at Hoff Celebrations – Champion Chapel. A celebration of life will take place at the Osage American Legion from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. on Friday, November 21, 2025.
OBIT: John W Colloton
John W. Colloton, 94, passed away peacefully at home on November 14, 2025. John was born February 20, 1931, in Mason City, Iowa.
Safety tips for paddling in cold weather on Iowa waterways
Winter paddling can provide solitude, exercise and an opportunity to see amazing winter beauty. The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) recommends that paddlers be prepared to paddle in cold weather.
President Trump welcomes Saudi Crown Prince, signs “series of landmark agreements” with the kingdom
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Tuesday, President Donald J. Trump and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (pictured at top in the White House) finalized a series of landmark agreements that deepen the U.S.-Saudi strategic partnership.
In a major expansion of this partnership, the Crown Prince announced that Saudi Arabia will be increasing their investment commitments in the United States to almost $1 trillion.
Trump Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins says McDonald’s food is “affordable” and served with “real ingredients”
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Just days after fellow oligarch / health secretary RFK, Jr. told chonky, flubbery, double-chinned Americans to lay off the fast food, Trump ag secretary Brooke Rollins took an entirely different route, as she lavished praise on notorious gut scrambler McDonald’s, telling confused rubes the food is affordable and made to be healthy.
Canadian olympian and prolific drug dealer sought by U.S. authorities
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs is announcing a reward offer increase under the Narcotics Rewards Program (NRP) of up to $15 million for information leading to the arrest and/or conviction, in any country, of Canadian narcotics trafficker Ryan James Wedding.
OBIT: Daniel M. McLaughlin Jr.
Daniel McLaughlin Jr., 77, of Mason City and Clear Lake, passed away Monday, November 17, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, November 24, 2025, at Epiphany Parish – St. Joseph Catholic Church.
OBIT: Willie Howard Grant
Willie Howard Grant, 72, of Mason City, passed away on November 12, 2025.
Boost Local Business Outreach with Google Maps Lead Extraction Tools
Reaching the right businesses is essential for effective marketing and sales campaigns. Manually collecting contact information from Google Maps is not only tedious but also prone to errors. Google Maps Scraper tools…
OBIT: Howard Allan Metzger
Howard Allan Metzger was born in Estherville, Iowa on April 15, 1967 to John Metzger, Jr, and Alice (Sherling) Metzger. He passed away surrounded by his family at Good Samaritan Nursing Home in Estherville, after a short illness, on November 17, 2025 at the age of 58.
OBIT: Larry Ernest Kruse
Larry E. Kruse Sr., 84, of Forest City passed away peacefully after an illness on November 18, 2025 at his home. Upon Larry’s wishes he will be cremated and no services will be planned.
How Iowa’s Gamers Are Adapting to Global Casino Tech
Iowa’s gaming culture has always been strong, but has also steadily evolved through the years. The state legalized riverboat gambling back in 1991. However, by 2004, its legislators had already passed a…
Waterloo domestic abuse felon sent to federal prison after caught with high-capacity rifle
A violent, two-time convicted Waterloo felon who possessed a gun with a high-capacity magazine was sentenced to federal prison this week.