CLAIMS June 4, 2019 Cerro Gordo County Alliant Energy, utilities 96.09 2 Amazon LLC, equip 62.66 1 Amazon LLC, purch serv 101.36 1 Amazon LLC, supplies 257.05 1 Clear Lake Ind Telep,…
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Jessica and Derek Balsley of The Art of Education University recognized as NIACC Pappajohn Center June Entrepreneurs of the Month
MASON CITY – The Art of Education University, founded by Jessica and Derek Balsley in 2011, is a local Iowa success story of building a global company in a rural community. Osage,…
Gov. Reynolds announces “This Is Iowa” campaign to encourage people to choose Iowa
DES MOINES – Today, Governor Kim Reynolds announced a new effort to encourage people from across the nation to visit, live and work in Iowa. The “This is Iowa” campaign is designed…
City of Mason City expense report for June 13, 2019
CITY OF MASON CITY Publication Report 6/13/2019 Payee Description Amount —————————————— ABSOLUTE WASTE REMOVAL MAINTENANCE MATERIAL 176.94 AERIAL SERVICES INC OTHER IMPROVEMENTS 17,862.00 AHA! PROCESS INC PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 3,500.00 AHLERS AND COONEY…
Mason City and Gatehouse have development agreement ready for 95-room hotel; City council to consider at next meeting
MASON CITY – Mayor Bill Schickel and City Administrator Aaron Burnett announced this morning that Mason City and Gatehouse have a development agreement ready for a proposed 95-room hotel as part of…
Reynolds highlights Iowa’s strong economy and workforce in White House roundtable
DES MOINES – Earlier today, Gov. Reynolds participated in a roundtable at the White House to discuss workforce freedom and mobility where she was able to highlight Iowa’s strong labor market and…
Another Mitchell county business fined for serving alcohol to minors
DES MOINES – Another Mitchell county business has been fined for serving alcohol to minors, recently, after two there businesses were fined at about the same time. On June 5, 2019, in…
Iowa Democrats pound President Trump for alleged damage does to farmers by tariffs
The following is a bulletin sent by Iowa Democrats on Tuesday, June 11, 2019: Donald Trump’s Broken Promises Are Failing Iowa Farmers Donald Trump promised Iowa farmers that he would strengthen trade…
Iowa breaks record for new business filings in a single month, again
DES MOINES – Secretary of State Paul Pate announces Iowans set a record for most new business filings in a single month, for the second month in a row. During May 2019…
Two Mitchell county businesses fined for serving alcohol to minors
DES MOINES – Two Mitchell county businesses have been fined for serving alcohol to minors, recently. On May 21, 2019, in Magistrate’s Court for Mitchell County, Iowa, the defendant, an employee of…
Disaster aid package finally passed by Congress; goes to President’s desk
WASHINGTON, DC– The U.S. House on Monday passed – on the fourth attempt – legislation to provide relief and recovery assistance for Americans affected by hurricanes, typhoons, wildfires, and other recent natural…
Gov. Reynolds not pleased with President Trump’s Mexico tariff
DES MOINES – Today, Gov. Kim Reynolds released the following statement regarding President Trump’s recent tariff threats on Mexico over migration: “We need to secure the border and address our nation’s broken…
USDA announces support for farmers impacted by unjustified retaliation and trade disruption
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will take several actions to assist farmers in response to trade damage from unjustified…
Pet cremation business in Rockwell fined over un-permitted incinerator
ROCKWELL – A pet cremation business in Rockwell has been fined for operating an un-permitted incinerator. The Iowa Department of Natural Resources says Valerie Lillibridge operates a business called Lasting Memories, located…
Bernie Sanders calls on DOJ to block National Beef takeover of Iowa Premium
DES MOINES – U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders today called on the U.S. Department of Justice to block National Beef—one of the “big four” meatpackers that control over 85% of the beef market—from purchasing…
Kraft Heinz plant in Mason City set for multi-million dollar expansion
MASON CITY – The Kraft Heinz plant in Mason City is approved for a multi-million dollar expansion, bringing new jobs. Councilman Paul Adams said Friday that Kraft Heinz has announced plans to…
Clear Lake’s Dairy Queen building demolished for likely Kwik Star
CLEAR LAKE – Clear Lake’s Dairy Queen building is being demolished today to make room for a likely Kwik Star convenience store. Clear Lake’s Dairy Queen closed back in September of 2017 and…
TechBrew comes to Limestone Brewers in Osage on Tuesday May 28, 2019
MASON CITY – TechBrew comes to Osage, Iowa for the first time on Tuesday, May 28, 2019. The event is being held at Limestone Brewers from 5pm-7pm. TechBrew is a monthly event…
Gov. Reynolds announces significant assistance for Iowa applicants seeking federal broadband investment
DES MOINES – Today, Gov. Kim Reynolds announced that Iowa applicants applying for the USDA “ReConnect” Grant Program will have a significant advantage in the application process due to the Governor’s Empower…
Joni Ernst calls on China to make a trade deal as tariff feud escalates
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Joni Ernst called on China to make a trade deal as President Donald Trump’s trade war escalated this week. China has retaliated with tens-of-billions of dollars in…
North Iowa CEOs to discuss future of technology in North Iowa at Surf Ballroom
MASON CITY, Iowa – Four of North Iowa’s CEOs will participate in TechTalk on May 17, 2019 at the Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake. The TechTalk will be a panel discussion event…
Sanders promises moratorium on pension cuts
WASHINGTON – U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders today announced that if elected president, he will institute an immediate moratorium on cuts to pension benefits that are overseen by the federal government. In a…
Prescription drug prices must be disclosed in TV ads; Trump proclaims “historic transparency” for patients
WASHINGTON – On Wednesday, Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar announced a final rule from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) that will require direct-to-consumer television advertisements for prescription pharmaceuticals…
U.S. Beef, poultry and egg products gain new market access in Tunisia
WASHINGTON D.C. – U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer and U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue announced today that the government of Tunisia and the United States have finalized U.S. export certificates to…
Tom and Lorraine Winterink of Red Cedar Lodge recognized as NIACC Pappajohn Center April Entrepreneurs of the Month
MASON CITY – The NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center and the North Iowa Area SBDC are proud to announce Tom and Lorraine Winterink of Red Cedar Lodge as the April 2019 Entrepreneurs…
Cambrex completes highly potent API manufacturing facility in Charles City
EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ – Cambrex Corporation (NYSE: CBM), the leading small molecule company providing drug substance, drug product and analytical services across the entire drug lifecycle, today announced that it had completed…
‘Fat burning’ ads were deceptive, Iowa attorney general alleges; Chiro’s must make refunds
DES MOINES — Iowans who purchased a deceptive weight-loss plan can receive refunds after Attorney General Tom Miller reached agreements with two chiropractors. The chiropractors sold NutriMost, which promised that customers would…
Wignes Camera Collection Showcase presentation by Waldorf University History Club
FOREST CITY – The Waldorf University History Club in conjunction with the Winnebago Historical Society will host the Wignes Camera Collection Showcase on Saturday, April 13 from 2-4 p.m. in the Waldorf…
Brad and Angie Barber of Cabin Coffee Co in Clear Lake, Iowa honored among nation’s top small businesses
MASON CITY – The U.S. Small Business Administration announced the 2019 Small Business Persons of the Year winners. Iowa’s 2019 SBA Small Business Persons of the Year are Brad and Angie Barber,…
Alliant Energy claims customers in Iowa will receive $180 million in savings over five years from “new energy law”
CEDAR RAPIDS – The new energy efficiency plan for Alliant Energy’s Iowa customers will provide direct financial savings on their monthly energy bill, the company said Tuesday. The plan will also provide…
Winnebago announces partnership with National Park Foundation
FOREST CITY – For more than six decades, Winnebago Industries has created products that enable customers to explore America’s national parks. In recent days, Winnebago Industries, Inc. (NYSE: WGO), a leading outdoor lifestyle…
Waldorf University adds three new concentrations to business degrees
FOREST CITY – Waldorf University is pleased to announce the addition of three new concentrations to its Bachelor of Science in business administration (BSBA) degree programs. The university’s online BSBA program now…
Winnebago Industries Board of Directors approves quarterly cash dividend, names new board chairman
FOREST CITY – Winnebago Industries, Inc. (NYSE: WGO), a leading outdoor lifestyle product manufacturer, on Friday announced that on March 8, 2019, the Company’s Board of Directors approved a quarterly cash dividend…
Jussie Smollett axed from 20th Century Fox TV show ‘Empire’
CHICAGO – Shamed faker Jussie Smollett has been axed from his acting job on the set of the 20th Century Fox TV show ‘Empire’ after duping lefties into believing his far-fetched, concocted…
City of Mason City expense report, Feb. 21, 2019
CITY OF MASON CITY Publication Report 2/21/2019 Payee Description Amount —————————————— ADVANCED SYSTEMS INC EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE 110.19 ALERTS THAT WORK INC BUILDING IMPROVEMENTS 869.99 ALL STAR PEST CONTROL MISCELLANEOUS EXPENSE 125.00 ALLIANT…
Nashua investment adviser punished by Iowa Attorney General
DES MOINES — A Nashua investment adviser accused of illegally selling advice to veterans must change her business practices and pay a fine under a settlement with the Iowa Attorney General. The…
Derek and Lizanne Engh of North Iowa Lumber & Design recognized as NIACC Pappajohn Center February Entrepreneurs of the Month
MASON CITY – The NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center and the North Iowa Area SBDC are proud to announce Derek and Lizanne Engh of North Iowa Lumber & Design as the Entrepreneurs…
City of Mason City expense report, February 14, 2019
CITY OF MASON CITY Publication Report 2/14/2019 Payee Description Amount —————————————— ACTIVE911 INC RADIO MAINTENANCE 625.00 AMERICAN WATERWORKS REFUND 152.90 ARAMARK UNIFORM SERVICES OTHER SUPPLIES 978.09 ARNOLD MOTOR SUPPLY M/E SUPPLIES 97.59…
CERRO GORDO COUNTY CALENDAR YEAR 2018 SALARY LIST
CERRO GORDO COUNTY CALENDAR YEAR 2018 SALARY LIST James E Aberg 67,448.26 Wendy Renae Alcorn 60,507.20 Carrie A. Allen 40,176.41 Gary L Allen 47,761.72 Jeremy M Ames 50,122.37 Amber M Andersen 32,730.45…
Cerro Gordo county expense report, February 5, 2019
CLAIMS February 5, 2019 Cerro Gordo County Aberg, Jim, meals/mileage 553.18 1 Aberg, Jim, repair 81.43 1 Aberg, Jim, telephone 35.00 1 Accurate Analytical, lab tests 510.00 2 Airgas USA LLC, equip…