The colorful but invasive and destructive insect is native to Asia and was unintentionally introduced into Pennsylvania in 2014. SLF has now found its way to nearly 20 states.
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Suspect nabbed in connection to 7 car burglaries in Clear Lake
CLEAR LAKE – Clear Lake police nabbed a suspect after up to 7 car burglaries this month.
The Small Details That Make or Break a Premises Liability Case
An accident on someone else’s property often looks simple from the outside. Maybe a shopper slips near a grocery aisle or someone falls on a broken stair in an apartment building. It…
How One Wrong Move Can Change the Outcome of Your Bicycle Accident Claim
One small mistake can flip everything. A missing photo, a quick signature, or a single word said to an insurance adjuster can quietly shape the entire outcome of a bicycle accident claim….
OBIT: Tyler Brian Kober
Tyler Brian Kober, passed away on October 21, 2025, at the age of 33. A celebration of life memorial service will be held at 3:30 p.m., Sunday October 26, 2025, at Ward Van Slyke Colonial Chapel.
OBIT: Crystal Mae Djuren
Crystal Mae Djuren, 58, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2025, surrounded by her family after a courageous battle with lung cancer. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at Ward Van Slyke Colonial Chapel.
UNI soccer concedes two second half goals in loss to Evansville
Panthers outshoot Purple Aces but fall to Evansville, 2-0. UNI hosts Southern Illinois on Sunday.
OBIT: Beverly June Patrick
Beverly June Patrick, 82, of West Union, Iowa, passed away on October 23, 2025, at Copper Creek following a lengthy illness with heart disease.
OBIT: Jeffrey Hatfield
A private family burial will take place at the Malvern Cemetery in Malvern, Iowa.
OBIT: Jerry D. Graney
Jerry D. Graney, 92, of Mason City, passed away peacefully on October 21, 2025, at MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center.
OBIT: Gloria Johnson
Gloria Johnson, age 70 of Lytton, IA, passed away peacefully at home with family by her side on Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
Clear Lake man injured after Jeep rolls into ditch
CLEAR LAKE – A Clear Lake man was hospitalized Wednesday afternoon after he put his Jeep in a ditch near Clear Lake.
OBIT: Melanie Rose (McPhersen) Clay
Melanie passed away on Friday, October 17th, in Goldfield at the age of 60 years. A Celebration of Life will be Saturday, October 25, from 1:00 to 4:00 pm at the Eagle Grove Senior Center.
“The Big Election” puppet show coming to MacNider Museum on November 6
MASON CITY – The Eulenspiegel Puppet Theatre Company will present three showings of “The Big Election” on Thursday, November 6, in the Salsbury Room at the MacNider Art Museum at 10 am, 1 pm, and 6 pm. All shows will be free and open to the public.
OBIT: Dennis W Peterson
Dennis W. Peterson, age 72 formerly of Forest City, IA, passed away on Sunday, October 19, 2025 at the Westview Care Center in Britt. A visitation for Dennis will be held from 5:00 – 7:00 PM on Monday, October 27, 2025 at Schott Funeral Homes in Forest City.
Man found dead in Webster City house died from natural causes, police say
WEBSTER CITY – A man was found dead in a Webster City house, and after an investigation, the death was ruled by natural causes.
OBIT: Vergene Donovan
Funeral services for Mrs. Vergene Donovan, 101, of Spirit Lake, will be held Tuesday, October 28th, 2025, at 11:00 A.M., at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Spirit Lake, Iowa.
OBIT: Danny Brumley
A Celebration of Life Visitation for Danny Brumley, age 75, of Harris will be held on Saturday, November 1, 2025, from 4:00-6:00pm with military rites starting at 4:00pm all at the VFW Memorial Hall in Spirit Lake.
OBIT: Karen Knudtson
Karen Knudtson, 85, of Mason City, passed away on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Monday, October 27, 2025, at Trinity Lutheran Church.
OBIT: Jacob Doren “JD” Bricker
Jacob (JD) Doren Bricker, 84 of West Union, Iowa was called home to be with the Lord on October 5, 2025, after a fatal lawnmower accident.
Protected: Iowa man accused of choking a pregnant woman
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Floyd County Courthouse: Supervisor meeting minutes for October 14, 2025
CHARLES CITY – The following are the expenses paid by Floyd county and Board of Supervisor meeting minutes for the period ending on October 14,, 2025:
Feds continue to crack down on illegal truckers after latest insane fatality
This illegal alien trucker drove his rig into oncoming traffic and killed an American citizen, as Homeland Security, ICE and participating law enforcement continue a crackdown on dangerous criminal truckers that may not understand traffic laws and English language road signs, putting citizens in peril.
Law enforcement in Buchanan county, Iowa, make arrests
INDEPENDENCE, IOWA – Law enforcement in this Northern Iowa county announced numerous recent arrests for week of Oct. 12-18, 2025 On Sunday, October 12, 2025 at approximately 6:30 am, Buchanan County Sheriff’s…
Iowa law enforcement seeks public help in locating wanted sex abuse suspect
Evidence indicates that 24-year-old Cyre Robinson (pictured at top) sexually abused and exploited the 13-year-old victim. Law enforcement efforts to locate Robinson have not produced results.
OBIT: Laurian “Lauri” Pederson
Laurian “Lauri” Ruth (Savage) Pederson, 67, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, October 20, 2025, at 10:30 a.m., surrounded by her family at Lakes Regional Healthcare in Spirit Lake.
Worth County Courthouse: Supervisor meeting minutes and expense report for October 20, 2025
NORTHWOOD – The following are the expenses paid by Worth county and Board of Supervisor meeting minutes for the period ending on October 20, 2025:
Pimps, johns and victims nabbed at seedy Iowa massage parlors
IOWA CITY – Possible pimps, prostitutes, human traffickers and johns were all snared in an operation that cops say rarely allowed the workers out of the sight of the alleged masterminds who made big money running their operations from seedy Iowa massage parlors.
Fort Dodge woman wins $50,000 lottery price on $1 ticket upgrade
FORT DODGE – For just one dollar, this Fort Dodge woman bought herself a shot at big bucks, and it really paid off when she won $50,000.
Iowa DOGE Task Force stresses streamlining of state government operations
DES MOINES – The final report and recommendations from the Iowa DOGE Task Force was released this week, and at a press conference, Governor Kim Reynolds was joined by chair Emily Schmitt to discuss the ongoing attempt to streamline government operations and spending.
OBIT: Stephen Allis
Stephen Kurt Allis, of Spencer, IA, died on October 21, 2025 at the Spencer Hospital, at the age of 62.
OBIT: Rosemary Diane Hilton
Rosemary Diane Hilton passed away peacefully at her home in Webster City, Iowa, on October 21, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was 83.
OBIT: Sandy Speltz
Sandy Speltz age 69 of Urbandale, IA, formerly of New Hampton, IA, died Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at Iowa Methodist Hospital in Des Moines.
OBIT: Sally Will
A memorial service for Sally Will, age 90, of Spirit Lake, will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at Turner Jenness Funeral Home in Spirit Lake.
OBIT: Marsha Lee Sloter
Marsha Sloter, 90 of Algona, passed away Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at the Kossuth Regional Health Center in Algona. Memorial services will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at 10:30 AM at Trinity Lutheran Church in Algona.
Tax Saving Strategies from Professional Platforms Explained for Everyday Taxpayers
Taxes can feel like a maze, but practical strategies can simplify the process. Professional platforms now offer tools and advice that make tax planning less intimidating. These services aim to help everyday…
OBIT: Marilyn Howard
Marilyn Howard, 93 of Iowa Falls passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 19. She was surrounded with love by her four children and spouses. Her death was of natural causes.
The Latest in Steel Building Thermal Solutions (and How They Cut Your Energy Bill)
The notion that a metal structure is difficult or expensive to heat and cool is a relic of the past. Modern pre-engineered steel buildings, like those provided by Buck Steel, are now…
Hometown Pride: How Minor League Teams Unite Iowa’s Sports Communities
Iowa may not have a franchise in the big leagues, but the state’s sports heartbeat certainly isn’t mute. In ballparks, arenas and rinks that run from Davenport to Sioux City, there are…
OBIT: Raymond Huftalin
Raymond LaVern Huftalin was born August 19, 1937, in Sycamore, Illinois and he passed away on October 19, 2025, in Osage, Iowa at home.