A desperate mother who had allegedly been subjected to unthinkable torment and torture by a foreign-born suspect slipped a note to her child to take to school, begging for someone to call 911, and after a bus driver handed the plea to Northern Iowa cops, authorities raced to make a rescue.
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OBIT: Harlan “Wayne” Toppin
Harlan “Wayne” Toppin, 96, of Clear Lake, passed away Thursday, September 25, 2025, at Concord Care Center in Garner, Iowa.
OBIT: Larry Reuben Peterson “Hoot”
Larry Reuben Peterson “Hoot”, age 83, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at West View Care Center in Britt, Iowa. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 2, 2025, at Corwith Cemetery.
OBIT: Diane Tubbs
Diane Tubbs, 71, of Iowa Falls, passed away on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at the Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at the First Christian Church in Iowa Falls.
OBIT: David Lewis Duncan
David Lewis Duncan, 63, passed away at his home on Thursday, September 25, 2025.
OBIT: Geraldine Boos-Bravener
July 12, 1934 ~ September 25, 2025 Geraldine Boos-Bravener , age 91, formerly of New Hampton, Iowa, passed away on September 25, 2025, at Denver Sunset Home. Funeral service will be held…
College Soccer: No. 8 Iowa Hawkeyes fall to No. 20 Wisconsin, 2-1
MADISON, Wis. – The No. 8 University of Iowa women’s soccer team fell to No. 20 Wisconsin, 2-1, on Thursday night at McClimon Soccer Complex. The Hawkeyes move to 7-2-2 on the season and 2-1-1 in Big Ten Conference play.
OBIT: Teana Marie Massee
Teana Marie Massee was born in Mason City, Iowa, daughter of Kirk and Caroline (Jacobsen) Massee. She passed away unexpectedly September 14, 2025 at her home. A celebration of life will be announced at a later date.
College Soccer: UNI ties Murray State in 1-1 road contest
MURRAY, Ky. — Allison Flies halted Murray State’s attempt at a win on Thursday afternoon with a goal in the final four minutes of action, giving the UNI soccer team a 1-1 draw with the Racers at Cutchin Field in Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) play.
College Soccer: Iowa State defeated by Colorado in Boulder, 3-1
BOULDER, Colo. – For just the second time this season, Iowa State (4-2-2, 1-1-0 Big 12) conceded more than one goal, falling to Colorado (7-1-2, 1-0-1 Big 12) on the road in its first away conference match of the season, 3-1.
The Future of Gaming: Why Slot Platforms Are Gaining Popularity
Ten years ago, most industry chatter orbited around consoles, PCs, and a few mega‑franchises. That center of gravity has shifted. Online slot platforms, once a side aisle in the broader gaming store,…
OBIT: Dean E. Meyer
Dean E. Meyer, 87 of Kensett passed away peacefully Tuesday, September 23, 2025 surrounded by family at the Lutheran Retirement Home in Northwood.
OBIT: Douglas Stephen Foxhoven
Douglas Stephen Foxhoven, 67, of Estherville, Iowa, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2025. He was born on March 14, 1958, in Spencer, Iowa, to Alvin and Mary Foxhoven.
President Trump lambasts United Nations after escalator, teleprompter malfunctions
NEW YORK – During a visit to the United Nations this week, President Donald Trump experienced a series of technical issues with an escalator, a teleprompter, and a sound system. The incidents occurred as he arrived to address the 80th session of the General Assembly, and after a very frank 2-hour speech, lambasted the struggling international agency for their alleged conduct.
OBIT: Joan Jane Moynihan
Joan Jane (Brooks) Moynihan, age 95, of Northwood, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her family.
Dr. Ben Carson sworn in as National Nutrition Advisor at U.S. Department of Agriculture
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced that Dr. Benjamin S. Carson, Sr., M.D., was sworn in as the National Advisor for Nutrition, Health, and Housing at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) on Wednesday.
“There is no one more qualified than Dr. Carson to advise on policies that improve Americans’ everyday quality of life, from nutrition to healthcare quality to ensuring families have access to safe and stable housing,” said Secretary Rollins.
OBIT: Michael Alan Bonin
Michael Alan Bonin, 67, of Iowa Falls, Iowa passed away September 24, 2025 at Eldora Specialty Care in Eldora, Iowa.
Iowa Hawkeye men’s basketball team to perform at outdoor campus courts in October, free to public
IOWA CITY – The University of Iowa Athletics Department will host “Hawkeye Hoops from Downtown presented by HyVee” on Friday, Oct. 17, at the outdoor basketball court behind Burge Residence Hall (pictured at top). The event is free and open to all. Parking is available in any of the downtown Iowa City parking ramps.
OBIT: Janice Ellen Lindner
Janice E. Lindner, 77, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loving family. A memorial visitation will take place on Sunday, September 28th, 2025.
Floyd County Auditor requests audit of absentee precinct after tight election
CHARLES CITY — Floyd County Auditor and Commissioner of Elections, Morrigan Montagne, has formally requested the Floyd County Board of Supervisors to authorize an Administrative Audit of the Absentee Precinct following a procedural discrepancy in the recent election.
The issue arose during Tuesday’s special election for the Floyd county board of supervisors for the district 2 seat, in which Democrat Frank Rottinghaus defeated Republican Joshua Neupert, 275-273. Votes in the Absentee Precinct were inadvertently counted in Test Mode instead of Election Day Mode, Montagne, says, prompting the need for verification to uphold the integrity of the election process.
ICE facility attacked by sniper, leftist rhetoric blamed
WASHINGTON – Wednesday morning, a sniper opened fire from a nearby rooftop on a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Dallas field office, and Trump Administration officials are blaming rhetoric from the left for the carnage.
OBIT: Doris Schealler
Doris Schealler, the daughter of Henry and Dora (Luke) Wobbe, was born on her parents’ farm west of Graettinger on April 16, 1927, in Graettinger, Iowa. She died on September 24, 2025, at Avera Holy Family Hospital in Estherville at the age of 98 years.
OBIT: Debra Mittrucker
Deb Mittrucker, 69, of Spencer, passed away on September 23, 2025. Visitation will be 5 – 7 pm Friday October 3rd at the church.
5 Simple Ways Businesses Organise Wear and Tear Costs
Assets such as machinery, property, and vehicles steadily lose value. For businesses, understanding how this decline occurs provides clarity on overall performance. Without proper systems in place, records can look inflated, and…
Guatemalan man accused of violence in Charles City
CHARLES CITY – Possible violent behavior has landed a Guatemalan man (who can’t seem to get a valid driver’s license) behind bars in Charles City.
President Trump battles Tylenol, says it’s toxic, as lefties mock his claims
This week, President Donald Trump triggered a public controversy by claiming that pregnant women’s use of Tylenol could lead to an increased risk of autism, prompting lefties to pop the pill with reckless abandon and the release of a bad-natured fake meme about a dead predator.
OBIT: Paul Alex Wagner
Paul Alex Wagner, 41, of Mason City, passed away unexpectedly at home due to complications of Parkinson’s Disease.
OBIT: Yvonne A. Greiman
Yvonne A. Greiman, 95, of Garner, passed away Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at Concord Care Center in Garner. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at Peace Reformed Church south of Garner.
OBIT: Carol Hinders
Carol Hinders, 70, of Allison, passed away on September 23, 2025 at Waverly Health Center. Funeral services will be at 10:30, Saturday September 27th at Trinity Reformed Church in Allison.
OBIT: Julie Mohler
Julie Ann Mohler, 76, passed away Monday, September 22, 2025 at the University of Iowa Hospital after a battle with cancer. Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 PM on Wednesday October 1, 2025, at Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel.
OBIT: Mallory Jean (Thul) Lalor
Mallory passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, September 21, 2025. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, September 26, 2025, 10:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Eagle Grove.
College Basketball: Iowa State Cyclone star guard Tamin Lipsey out for weeks with knee injury
AMES – Iowa State starting point guard Tamin Lipsey suffered a Grade 2 MCL Sprain to his right knee in practice on Tuesday, Sept. 23. Lipsey will be sidelined 4-6 weeks.
OBIT: Jerry Lee Smith, Sr.
Jerry Lee Smith, Sr., 82, of Mason City, IA, passed away Sunday, September 21, 2025 at Good Shepherd Health Center. As per Jerry’s wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no services held at this time. Memorials may be directed to the family of Jerry Smith, Sr.
Who You Can Sue for a Truck Accident With the Help of Queller, Fisher, Washor, Fuchs & Kool
New York City is famous for its busy streets, tall buildings, and many different neighborhoods. Every day, many types of vehicles share the roads, including big trucks. These trucks help move goods,…
Why You Need a Lawyer From Bagen Law Accident Injury Lawyers After a Catastrophic Accident
A catastrophic accident is an accident that results in very severe injuries. These injuries can severely alter your life and even make you unable to work, walk, or even live without daily…
OBIT: Jeanette Margaret Hanson
Jeanette Margaret Hanson was born on April 1, 1936, the only daughter of George Oscar and Margaret (Loring) Weber in Ayrshire, Iowa. She passed away surrounded by her family on Monday, September 22, 2025, at Mill Pond in Ankeny, Iowa at the age of 89 years.
OBIT: Elaine Schwaller
A funeral service for Elaine Schwaller, age 86, will be held Saturday, September 27, 2025, at 10:30 AM at Grace Lutheran Church in Spirit Lake.
Man convicted of attempted assassination of President Trump
WASHINGTON, D.C. – A federal jury today convicted Ryan Wesley Routh, 59, of Hawaii, for attempting to assassinate President Donald J. Trump when he was a major presidential candidate in a planned sniper attack at Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Florida.
Police take female baby from Northern Iowa man after he crashes into semi
A female baby was taken from a Northern Iowa man after he crashed his GMC Envoy into a semi, and the child was given to the department of human services while he is investigated.
OBIT: Pamela Hunt
Pamela Hunt, 71, of Dows, passed away on Sunday, September 21, 2025. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, September 29, 2025, at Oak Hill Cemetery in rural Popejoy.