Anna Mae Bergan-Davis, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend, passed away on November 13, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Funeral services will be held at 11:00am on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at Notre Dame Catholic Church in Cresco.
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Iowa man caught for fifth time committing lewd acts
This convicted Iowa sex offender has been nabbed and convicted once again honing his skills in showing off his body to someone with absolutely zero interest in taking a gander, but a woman judge waived a fine, put him on the offender registry and sentenced him to “time served.”
College Basketball: Iowa State Cyclones sign another top 20 recruiting class
AMES – Iowa State head coach T.J. Otzelberger announced the signings of four preps for the 2026-27 season. This is the third time in five recruiting cycles under Otzelberger the Cyclones have turned in a Top 20 class in the country.
Protected: Mason City woman accused of dealing meth
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OBIT: Joshua Dean Hinders
Joshua Dean Hinders, age 45, went to heaven on November 10, 2025, at his home after a short battle with cancer (Lynch Syndrome). A Celebration of Life will be held at Sacred Heart Social Hall in Osage, Iowa on Saturday, November 15, 2025, from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
With the XRP ETF now approved, how can one earn $15,700 daily? Arc Miner offers a new solution for XRP cryptocurrency enthusiasts.
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse stated that approval of the XRP spot ETF is “only a matter of time” and expects the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to approve some applications by…
Women’s College Basketball: No. 21 Iowa Hawkeyes drub Drake Bulldogs, 100-58
IOWA CITY – No. 21 Iowa defeated Drake on Thursday evening in Iowa City, 100-58.
OBIT: Debora Lei Ruberg
Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Sunday, November 16th at Zion Lutheran Church, Humboldt. Funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m., Monday November 17th at Zion Lutheran Church, Humboldt.
Preserving Filipino Culture Through GameZone and Tongits Offline APK
Tongits has long been more than just a card game in the Philippines—it is a social institution, a pastime that has shaped family gatherings, neighborhood competitions, and even late-night get-togethers. For decades,…
All-Terrain Electric Rides: VICTRIP Fat Tire Ebikes & Electric Trikes for Off-Road Adventures
Looking for some fresh air on dirt, sand, or snow? All-terrain electric rides are game changers. VICTRIP offers a variety of durable, user-friendly machines. Each of VICTRIP’s Fat Tire Ebikes and Electric…
Digital Marketing Strategy for a Branding Agency
You’ve likely felt this before: your branding agency delivers showstopping work for clients, from bold identities to positioning frameworks that resonate. However, when it comes to telling your own story online, things…
October Revenue Hits $141.3 Million for Iowa Casinos, Up 6.2% From Last Year
Iowa’s commercial casinos closed October with a total revenue of $141.3 million, a 6.2% increase compared with $133.1 million recorded during the same month last year. The latest data from the Iowa…
OBIT: Marjorie L. Fitzgerald-Dixon
Marjorie L. Fitzgerald-Dixon, age 93, of Boone, passed away Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at the Israel Family Hospice House in Ames.
OBIT: Jeremy Erdmann
Jeremy Albert Erdmann, 53, of Spirit Lake, Iowa, passed away from cancer on November 12, 2025. A memorial service will be held at 11:30 AM on Monday, November 17, 2025, at First Lutheran Church in West Okoboji. A visitation will begin at 10:30 AM on Monday at the church.
Winnebago County Courthouse: Supervisor meeting minutes and expense report for November 12, 2025
FOREST CITY – The following are the expenses paid by Winnebago county and Board of Supervisor meeting minutes for the period ending on November 12, 2025:
Women’s College Basketball: No. 6 national recruit McKenna Woliczko signs with Iowa Hawkeyes
IOWA CITY – The No. 6 national recruit McKenna Woliczko (Vull-itch-KO) signed a scholarship agreement with the University of Iowa women’s basketball program, it was announced Wednesday by P. Sue Beckwith, MD, head coach Jan Jensen.
The San Jose, California, native is rated the sixth-highest prospect nationally and is the second-highest rated power forward in the 2026 class.
Northern Iowa “working class organizer” opens campaign to replace Ashley Hinson in Congress
Working-class organizer and folk musician Dave Bushaw announced today that he is running for Congress in Iowa’s 2nd District (seat held by Ashley Hinson, currently) as an independent candidate determined to put working people first and break free from a corrupt two-party political system that has left them behind.
OBIT: Daniel Bruce Watnem
Dan passed away on November 11, 2025 at Lakewood Ranch Hospice House.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says strengthening the treasury market will “build America’s golden age”
NEW YORK – America can be in position for a “golden age” if only it will invest in the treasury market, according to a speech by Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent given Wednesday before the Treasury Market Conference in New York.
OBIT: Tom G. Pierson
Tom Pierson, 76, of Eldora, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at MercyOne Waterloo.
OBIT: Leighton Weltz
Leighton Weltz, beloved husband, father and grandfather, small business owner and musician, passed away on November 12, 2025, at Care Initiatives Eldora Specialty Care in Eldora.
Clear Lake police nab suspect in elderly scam incident
CLEAR LAKE – This young male suspect allegedly scammed en elderly Ventura resident out of at least $1,000 and was nabbed hundreds of miles away and transported to face justice.
Fort Dodge felon sent to federal prison for illegal gun possession
SIOUX CITY – This Fort Dodge felon is guilty in an illegal gun stash crime and now will serve a stretch in federal prison.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio says Russia will not let up in Ukraine and Europe won’t be dictating U.S. defense moves
HAMILTON, CANADA – Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a press conference Wednesday at a Canadian airport and addressed a range of foreign policy issues that are pressing the Trump Administration at this time.
College Basketball: Iowa Hawkeyes sign 4-star recruit Ethan Harris
IOWA CITY – Ethan Harris has signed a scholarship agreement with the University of Iowa men’s basketball program, it was announced Wednesday by head coach Ben McCollum.
The Camas, Washington, native is rated as a four-star recruit and as the No. 65 overall recruit in the Class of 2026. He is the top-ranked player in the state of Washington according to 247Sports Composite.
Iowa man gets 9 years after attempting to deal meth and fentanyl
This Iowa drug lord was on his way to Colorado to snatch up more meth and fentanyl when cops gave chase, and after a wild pursuit and the discard of hundreds of fent pills, he was caught and introduced to cold, hard justice.
Steps That Can Help Businesses Bounce Back Quickly from Roof Damage
What happens when a storm hits your commercial property and water starts seeping through the ceiling? For most business owners, a damaged roof means disrupted operations, potential inventory loss, and safety hazards….
OBIT: Stephen G. Cahalan
Stephen Gerard Cahalan, age 73, beloved husband and father, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, November 10, 2025, at his home. Visitation will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, November 14, at St. Joseph Church of Epiphany Parish.
OBIT: Ralph Paul Smith
Ralph Paul Smith, 95, of McIntire, Iowa, passed away Saturday, November 8, 2025, at the Mitchell County Regional Health Center in Osage. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11:00 a.m., Thursday, November 13, 2025, at Sacred Heart Oratory in Meyer, Iowa.
Worth County Courthouse: Supervisor meeting minutes and expense report for November 10, 2025
NORTHWOOD – The following are the expenses paid by Worth county and Board of Supervisor meeting minutes for the period ending on November 10, 2025:
Women’s College Basketball: Iowa State’s Audi Crooks scores 43 in win over Valparaiso, 97-50
AMES – No. 16 Iowa State (4-0, 0-0 Big 12) picked up the victory over Valparaiso (0-3, 0-0 MVC) by a score of 97-50 Wednesday night inside Hilton Coliseum. Audi Crooks had her way tonight, scoring a school-record 43 points and seven rebounds in just 20 minutes.
OBIT: Harvey Eugene Mosher
Harvey Mosher, age 91 of Riceville, Iowa passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at the MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center in Mason City, Iowa. A Celebration of Harvey’s Life will be held at the 10th Hole in Riceville, Iowa from 12:00 – 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 6, 2025.
OBIT: Duane Harvey Vrieze
Duane H. Vrieze, 85, of Forest City passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at MercyOne Medical Center in Mason City. Upon his wishes he will be cremated and a private family service is scheduled for Saturday at his home.
MercyOne Air Med helicopter conducts emergency landing after bird shatters windscreen
MASON CITY – A medical helicopter out of Mason City’s MercyOne Hospital struck a bird up in Worth county while on a flight, causing damage and an emergency landing.
New Iowa snowmobile law streamlines permit requirements for residents
CLEAR LAKE – Iowa snowmobilers are no longer required to purchase and display an annual trail user permit, according to a new law that went into effect July 1, 2024. The law folded the trail user permit into the annual snowmobile registration fee, which will now be $30 plus administration fees. The previous price for each type was $15.
OBIT: Sherry Wagner
Sherry Wagner, 77 of Dakota City, passed away Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at her home. A Celebration of Sherry’s Life will be held on Sunday, February 1, 2026, from 1:00 PM until 4:00 PM at the Rutland Community Center in Rutland.
OBIT: Joann Evans
Joann Evans age 62 of Nashua, IA died Monday, November 10, 2025. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
OBIT: Kerry Kleinschmidt
Kerry Joel Kleinschmidt, 74, of Carpenter, Iowa, passed away Tuesday, November 11, 2025. Kerry’s life will be celebrated privately.
OBIT: MayBelle Doolaard
MayBelle Doolaard, a beloved resident of the Village of Ackley, Iowa, passed away on November 10, 2025, at the age of 103. A visitation to honor MayBelle’s life will take place on November 21, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Abels Funeral and Cremation Services in Eldora.
OBIT: Ann Kathryn Flatjord
Ann Flatjord, 62, of Jerico, Iowa, passed away peacefully on November 10, 2025, at her home surrounded by loved ones after a brief battle with cancer. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, November 14, 2025, at Immanuel Lutheran Church – Crane Creek, rural Lawler.