CEDAR FALLS – Grant applications can now be submitted to the Cerro Gordo County Community Foundation’s 2020 grant cycle. The deadline to submit applications is 11:59 p.m. April 1, 2020. Grants are…
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City of Mason City expense report for Jan. 9, 2020
CITY OF MASON CITY Publication Report 1/9/2020 Payee Description Amount —————————————— A1-PORTABLES MISCELLANEOUS EXPENSE5 60.00 ABSOLUTE WASTE REMOVAL MISCELLANEOUS EXPENSE 2,566.56 ADORAMAEQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE 3,050.10 AHLERS AND COONEY PC PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 9,635.34 ALLIANT…
Iowa Utilities Board demands Alliant Energy refund $7.5 million to customers while approving rate increase
DES MOINES – The Iowa Utilities Board (IUB) issued its final decision order in docket RPU-2019-0001 regarding a request from Alliant Energy/Interstate Power and Light Company (Alliant) to increase Iowa retail customer electric…
Katie Wold recognized as NIACC Pappajohn Center December Entrepreneur of the Month
MASON CITY – The NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center and the North Iowa Area SBDC are proud to announce Katie Wold of Three on the Tree as the December 2019 Entrepreneur of…
City of Mason City expense report for January 2, 2020
CITY OF MASON CITY Publication Report 1/2/2020 Payee Description Amount —————————————— ADAMS SHARPENING TOOLS AND SUPPLIES 18.00 ARAMARK UNIFORM SERVICES SUPPLIES & LAUNDRY 451.92 ARNOLD MOTOR SUPPLY M/E SUPPLIES 24.04 ATLANTIC COCA-COLA…
Gov. Reynolds encourages MLB to support Iowa’s MiLB teams
DES MOINES – Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds has contacted MLB Commissioner Robert Manfred urging him to support Iowa’s MiLB teams and the vital role they play for communities across the state. The…
IDR releases new state tax reform guidance
DES MOINES – In 2018, the Iowa legislature enacted Senate File 2417, a state tax reform bill that includes extensive changes to the state’s tax structure. The Department has released updated guidance…
City of Mason City expense report for Dec. 26, 2019
CITY OF MASON CITY Publication Report 12/26/2019 Payee Description Amount —————————————— ——————————– ———— ACCORD ARCHITECTURE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 18,058.18 BERNIE LOWE & ASSOCIATES INC MEDICAL SERVICE 4,469.00 BLICK ART MATERIALS OTHER SPECIAL EVENTS…
Consumers were deceptively charged monthly fee, Iowa attorney general alleges
DES MOINES — All Iowans who purchased the “Miracle Scraper” ice scraper — including those unknowingly enrolled in an auto membership club — will receive complete refunds under a settlement reached with the Iowa Attorney General’s Office. Iowa Attorney General Tom…
DEA and FDA shut down 44 websites advertising illegal vaping cartridges
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration today announced the seizure of 44 website domains offering to sell illicit vaping cartridges containing THC and other…
City of Mason City expense report for Dec. 19, 2019
CITY OF MASON CITY Publication Report 12/19/2019 Payee Description Amount —————————————— ALL STAR PEST CONTROL MISCELLANEOUS EXPENSE 110.00 ALLIANT UTILITIES-IPC ELECTRICITY 50,721.20 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES OFFICE SUPPLIES 126.82 AMERICAN WATERWORKS ASSOC DUES…
House overwhelmingly passes USMCA trade deal
DES MOINES – Thursday, Gov. Kim Reynolds released the following statement after the U.S. House of Representatives voted to ratify the U.S. Mexico Trade Agreement (USMCA): “Today’s vote is a strong step…
Iowa politicians furious after Trump’s EPA undermines promises in new ruling
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Iowa politicians sounded off on President Trump’s EPA rule that allows for disappointing results with required amounts of ethanol production. Gov. Kim Reynolds issued the following statement in response…
Governor’s Empower Rural Iowa Initiative adopted recommendations for consideration
DES MOINES – This week, the Governor’s Empower Rural Iowa Initiative officially adopted its recommendations to present to Governor Kim Reynolds for the 2020 legislative session. The task forces considered ideas from…
Democrats irked as Republicans vote against a commitment to keeping school funding up with inflation
DES MOINES – The Iowa School Finance Formula Review Committee last week adopted six key Democratic recommendations. Republicans, however, voted down three other key proposals. This committee of Legislators meets every five…
City of Mason City expense report for Dec. 12, 2019
CITY OF MASON CITY Publication Report 12/12/2019 Payee Description Amount —————————————— ABSOLUTE WASTE REMOVAL REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE 308.69 ADVANCED SYSTEMS EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE 256.24 AFFORDABLE TOWING MISCELLANEOUS EXPENSE 570.00 AHLERS AND COONEY PC…
Governor Reynolds says USMCA trade deal “a positive step forward for Iowa’s entire economy”
DES MOINES – The United States, Mexico, and Canada have reached an agreement to modernize the 24-year-old NAFTA into a 21st century, high-standard agreement. The new United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) will support…
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue issues statement after USMCA agreement reached
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue issued the following statement after United States Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer and Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi announced agreement on the U.S.-Mexico-Canada…
3 Top Cyber Security Measures For Your Business
Keeping your business safe from the devastating effects of cybercrime should be a top priority. An organization’s reputation and very existence are at stake when a hack attack or a data breach…
City of Mason City expense report for December 5, 2019
CITY OF MASON CITY Publication Report 12/5/2019 Payee Description Amount —————————————— A1-PORTABLES MISCELLANEOUS EXPENSE5 60.00 ABSOLUTE WASTE REMOVAL MISCELLANEOUS EXPENSE 2,776.70 ACTION TOWING MISCELLANEOUS EXPENSE 275.00 ADVANCED SYSTEMS INC COPY CHARGE 433.73…
Gov. Reynolds announces second round of Employer Innovation Fund awardees, encourages employers to apply in third round
DES MOINES – This week, Governor Reynolds announced 22 recipients of the Employer Innovation Fund, a matching grant that helps employers provide postsecondary training and education opportunities for their employees. The second…
Gov. Reynolds highlights Second Chance Initiatives at Workforce Policy Board Mtg
DES MOINES– Today, Governor Kim Reynolds highlighted her efforts to reduce recidivism in Iowa during the American Workforce Policy Advisory Board Meeting. Reynolds highlighted her 2nd chance initiatives and how those tie…
Gov. Reynolds signs executive order to support biofuels industry
DES MOINES– Today, Governor Kim Reynolds signed Executive Order 5 (EO5) requiring all new contracts for the purchase of state vehicles with diesel engines to have written support from the manufacturer to…
City of Mason City expense report for Nov. 27, 2019
CITY OF MASON CITY Publication Report 11/27/2019 Payee Description Amount —————————————— AHLERS AND COONEY PC PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 4,923.00 ALL STAR PEST CONTROL LABORATORY SUPPLIES 60.00 ARAMARK UNIFORM SERVICES UNIFORM RENTAL 411.47 ARNOLD…
Top Paying Healthcare Jobs in the US in 2019
There has never been a better time to pursue a career in the healthcare sector. The healthcare industry is booming and there is no shortage of demand for talented healthcare professionals. People…
USDA invests $41.6 million in rural broadband for Missouri and Southern Iowa families
BETHANY, Mo., Nov. 15, 2019 – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) Administrator Richard Fordyce recently announced USDA has invested $41.6 million in high-speed broadband infrastructure that will create…
Brittany Low recognized as NIACC Pappajohn Center November Entrepreneur of the Month
NORTHWOOD – The NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center and the North Iowa Area SBDC announced Brittany Low of Fringe & Lace by Brittany as the November 2019 Entrepreneur of the Month. Fringe and Lace…
City of Mason City expense report for November 21, 2019
CITY OF MASON CITY Publication Report 11/21/2019 Payee Description Amount —————————————— ACCORD ARCHITECTURE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 7,708.80 ADVANCED SYSTEMS INC EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE 94.42 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES MISCELLANEOUS EXPENSE 86.09 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES OFFICE…
City of Mason City expense report for November 14, 2019
CITY OF MASON CITY Publication Report 11/14/2019 Payee Description Amount —————————————— A1-PORTABLES MISCELLANEOUS EXPENSE5 60.00 ABSOLUTE WASTE REMOVAL MISCELLANEOUS EXPENSE 3,272.10 ACCENT-CIGNA SERVICE EXPENSES 73.50 ADAMS SHARPENING M/E REPAIRS 12.00 ALL FLAGS…
Simple Ways To Boost Your Home’s Value
Homeowners tend to consider expensive projects like a kitchen or bathroom remodel when searching for ways to increase their property value. However, boosting your home’s value may be easier than you think,…
USDA announces its intent to ensure adequate sugar supply
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently announced that it fully intends to take appropriate actions to ensure an adequate supply of sugar to the U.S. market. In recent…
USDA invests $7.2 million in rural broadband in Iowa and South Dakota
HAWARDEN, IOWA – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation Bill Northey recently announced USDA has invested $7.2 million in high-speed broadband infrastructure that will create or…
Gov. Reynolds demands action from FERC on propane supply issue
DES MOINES – Today, Gov. Kim Reynolds reached out to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Neil Chatterjee concerning the propane supply issue in Iowa and the devastating impact it’s having…
Iowa delegation ends trade mission to Japan
DES MOINES – Gov. Kim Reynolds, Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig, and Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) Director Debbie Durham wrapped up a 24-member trade mission delegation to Japan this week….
City of Mason City expense report for Nov. 7, 2019
CITY OF MASON CITY Publication Report 11/7/2019 Payee Description Amount —————————————— ABARR, REBECCA EXHIBIT COSTS 150.00 ABSOLUTE WASTE REMOVAL REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE 332.69 ADVANCED SYSTEMS INC COPY CHARGE 137.54 ADVANCED SYSTEMS INC…
Donald Trump ordered to pay $2 million for using charity foundation to further his election; Iowa event for veterans was a sham
WASHINGTON, D.C. – A judge ruled Thursday that President Donald Trump must pay a $2,000,000 penalty for using his Trump Foundation charity to further his 2016 presidential campaign. The New York Attorney General’s…
Winnebago completes $270 million acquisition of Newmar
FOREST CITY – Winnebago Industries, Inc. (NYSE: WGO), a leading outdoor lifestyle product manufacturer, today announced that it has completed the previously announced acquisition of Newmar Corporation (“Newmar”), a leading manufacturer of…
Mason City High School students to participate in Career and College Exploration Day
MASON CITY, Iowa – Mason City High School students will be gearing up for their futures on Thursday, November 14, during an all school career and college exploration day. Career and college…
Winners announced at the 2019 NIACC Pappajohn Center Entrepreneur Gala
MASON CITY – The 2019 Pappajohn Entrepreneur Gala celebrated North Iowa’s entrepreneurs on October 29, 2019 at a special recognition event at North Iowa Area Community College in Mason City. Entrepreneurs and…
City of Mason City expense report for Oct. 31, 2019
CITY OF MASON CITY Publication Report 10/31/2019 Payee Description Amount —————————————— ACCORD ARCHITECTURE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 9,016.92 ADVANCED SYSTEMS COPY CHARGE 138.54 AFFORDABLE TOWING MISCELLANEOUS EXPENSE 275.00 AHLERS AND COONEY PC PROFESSIONAL SERVICES…