Timothy Shimek of Waucoma died Saturday, September 27, 2025 at MercyOne Medical Center in New Hampton.
Funeral service will be held 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at Hugeback-Johnson Funeral Home & Crematory.
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Gleaming mosque opens in Iowa with help of “donors and waqifs” as police, fire, Iowa DOT, other authorities attend
A new, gleaming mosque opened to thousands in Iowa over the weekend, heralded as “a true marvel of Islamic architecture and design” and “donors and waqifs” were thanked for their contributions as sheriffs, police, fire, DOT, and emergency management personnel attended to make sure the event was a success.
Iowa squirrel hunter dies after accidental shooting
An Iowa teen out hunting squirrels was shot and killed by another hunter in a tragic accident over the weekend.
Worth County Courthouse: Supervisor meeting minutes and expense report for September 22, 2025
NORTHWOOD – The following are the expenses paid by Worth county and Board of Supervisor meeting minutes for the period ending on September 22, 2025:
Midwestern Moods: What a New Study Reveals About Relaxation at Home—and Why It Matters in North Iowa
A fresh national study by home-design research firm CopperSmith reveals a startling fact: most Americans aren’t unwinding at home as often as you might think. With unique insights into how, where, and…
The Most Common Infestations Treated by Pest Control Services in San Clemente
San Clemente is well known for its pleasant climate, ocean views, and vibrant neighborhoods. The same conditions that attract people also create favorable habitats for pests. Properties in this region face recurring…
How AI-Based Workflow Solutions Can Transform Businesses for Greater Efficiency
Business leaders across industries search for ways to streamline operations, reduce wasted resources, and accelerate decision-making. Traditional workflow systems can no longer keep pace with modern demands. This is where AI-based workflow…
What Makes FFPE Tissue Slides Valuable Resources for Medical Practitioners in Research
Medical research thrives on access to well-preserved biological samples. Among the most widely used resources, Formalin-Fixed Paraffin-Embedded (FFPE) tissue slides stand out for their stability, reliability, and versatility. These slides provide a…
College Soccer: No. 8 Iowa blanks Nebraska, 1-0
LINCOLN, Neb. – The No. 8 University of Iowa women’s soccer team defeated Nebraska, 1-0, on Sunday afternoon at Hibner Stadium. The Hawkeyes improve to 8-2-2 on the season and 3-1-1 in Big Ten Conference play.
People sitting on patio furniture in van killed or hurt in Northern Iowa auto collision
An van carrying folks sitting on patio furniture crossed a Northern Iowa highway’s center line and slammed into a young man’s Chevy Silverado pickup truck, and two people were killed and four hurt in the mayhem that followed.
Woman driver smashes into house and garage in Cedar Falls
CEDAR FALLS – Police chased a female driver in Cedar Falls Saturday afternoon, and after she smashed into structures and ran on foot, she was apprehended.
College Soccer: Iowa State Cyclones fall to Texas Tech, 2-0
AMES – Iowa State (4-3-2, 1-2-0 Big 12) dropped its second straight match Sunday afternoon, falling to Texas Tech (8-1-1, 2-0-1 Big 12) by a score of 2-0 to close the month of September.
OBIT: Karen Symonds
Karen Irene Symonds, 93, of Clear Lake, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at Heritage Care Center in Mason City.
OBIT: Roger Helgeson
Roger Dean Helgeson, age 91, of Kensett, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at Manly Specialty Care in Manly.
OBIT: Rose Fenske
Rose Fenske, age 95, of Cresco, Iowa passed away peacefully on September 27, 2025, at the Evans Memorial Home, which had been her home since May 2016.
OBIT: Larry Leroy Schmidt
Larry Leroy Schmidt, age 83, of Marion, Iowa, formerly of New Hampton, passed away on September 27, 2025. Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Friday, October 3, 2025, at the Hugeback-Johnson Funeral Home & Crematory in New Hampton.
OBIT: Elmer Jans Arends
Elmer J Arends age 89 of Nashua died Saturday, September 27, 2025 at MercyOne Medical Center in Mason City. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, October 3, 2025, at St. John Lutheran Church in Nashua.
College Football: Iowa State Cyclones tame Arizona Wildcats, 39-14
AMES – Iowa State played Arizona Saturday evening in a White Out Night game at MidAmerican Energy Field at Jack Trice Stadium in front of 61,500 fans and came away with a huge victory.
Protected: Young adult struck by car and severely hurt in Cedar Falls
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Protected: Iowa Harley-Davidson rider suffers sever injuries in crash
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OBIT: Gerald Daniel Squier
Gerald Daniel Squier, 72, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2025, in Overland Park, KS. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at The Bridge Church, 913 S Main Street, in Charles City.
Pusoy Dos Online: Keeping Tradition Alive in a Digital Age
There is something uniquely Filipino about sitting at a table, shuffling a worn deck of cards, and sharing laughter over a round of Pusoy Dos. For decades, this card game has been…
Northern Iowa water protection project earns Decorah DNR worker Watershed Coordinator of the Year Award
DECORAH – Sophia Campbell, the DNR’s Watershed and Source Water Protection Coordinator at the Decorah Fish Hatchery, was named the recipient of the prestigious Iowa Watershed Coordinator of the Year Award from the Iowa Agriculture Water Alliance (IAWA).
OBIT: Margy Etta Avery
Margy Etta Avery, 98, of Clear Lake, Iowa, passed away on Friday, September 26, 2025, at the Oakwood Care Center.
UNI volleyball opens MVC play with competitive win at UIC
Panthers win fifth straight conference opening match in four sets over the Flames. UNI visits Valparaiso on Saturday.
OBIT: Troy Huhe
Troy Allen Huhe, 60, of Ridgeway, Iowa passed away on September 26, 2025, following complications from a fall, spending a week in the hospital surrounded by his loved ones.
OBIT: Sharon Jackson
Sharon Jackson, 82, of Webster City died Friday, September 26, 2025 at Van Diest Medical Center. Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, September 29, 2025 at Foster Funeral & Cremation Center.
OBIT: William Geil
William Geil, 87, of Iowa Falls, passed away Friday, September 26, 2025 at Scenic Manor. Funeral services will be 11:00 AM Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at the First United Methodist Church in Iowa Falls.
OBIT: Beverly Nedved
Beverly A. Nedved, 92, of Mason City, passed away Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at the Good Shepherd Health Center. A funeral service will be held on Friday, October 3, 2025, at 2 p.m., Trinity Lutheran Church.
OBIT: Robert D. Nelson
Robert D. Nelson, 93, of Mason City, passed away Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving family. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at 11 a.m., at Trinity Lutheran Church.
The Art of Balancing Creativity and Academic Rigor
Introduction: Why This Balance Matters In today’s fast-paced academic world, students are often caught between two forces – creative expression and strict academic expectations. On one hand, creativity helps bring originality, personal…
Panther volleyball holds off Valparaiso on the road
UNI moves to 2-0 in MVC play after a hotly contested victory in Indiana. Panthers visit Drake on Tuesday.
College Cross Country:No. 1 Iowa State Cyclone men claim team title at Gans Creek Classic
AMES – The No. 1 Iowa State men’s cross country team made a statement at the Gans Creek Classic on Friday morning. The Cyclones had five scorers finish in the top 20 at the loaded field in Columbia for a team win with 47 points to runner-up Virginia’s 107.
OBIT: Dale Dennis Gettis
Dale Dennis Gettis, 98, of Mason City, Iowa, passed away Thursday, September 25, 2025, at MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center. A funeral service will take place at Major Erickson Funeral Home, 111 N Pennsylvania Ave, with Pastor Chris McComic officiating, on Monday, September 29, 2025.
Protected: Northern Iowa farmer escapes injury in rolling tractor accident
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ICE nabs Des Moines Superintendent of Schools
DES MOINES – ICE swooped into Iowa’s capitol city, invaded the state’s largest school district and nabbed their leader on unspecified charges, and now officials are scrambling to figure out what is next.
OBIT: Carol Christeson
Carol Christeson, 83, of Webster City died Wednesday, September 24, 2025 at Crestview Nursing and Rehabilitation. Private graveside services will be held at Graceland Cemetery.
OBIT: Mary Jane Walters
Mary Jane (Walker) Walters, 82, of Boone, passed away Thursday, September 25, 2025, in Boone.
OBIT: Betty L. Anderson
Betty L. Anderson, 94, of Clear Lake, passed away Thursday, September 25, 2025, at Concord Care Center. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, September 29th at Cataldo Funeral Chapel.
OBIT: Esther “Esty” Marie Steil
Esther “Esty” Steil, 82 of West Bend, passed away Thursday, September 25, 2025, at the Humboldt County Memorial Hospital in Humboldt. A celebration of life is pending and will take place in the future.