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A Comprehensive Guide to Choosing the Right Internet Provider
Let’s be honest, choosing the right Internet Service Provider (ISP) is not as simple as it sounds. Jumping straight to internet plans without analyzing other factors is like going to the grocery
OBIT: Darcy E. Ostercamp
Darcy E. Ostercamp, 63, of Mason City, passed away Sunday, January 25, 2026, at the IOOF Home surrounded by family. A celebration of Darcy’s life will be held on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at 1 p.m., at the All Vets Center, 1603 S. Monroe Ave., with Pastor Shane Philpott officiating.
OBIT: Gregorio Sohs
Gregorio Sohs, born on March 13, 1948, in Awakuh, Micronesia, passed away January 24, 2026 at MercyOne North Iowa.
Osage man nabbed on child pornography charges
OSAGE – An Osage man has been the subject of a police investigation for months, and after a search warrant was executed, the suspect was arrested on four felony charges of possessing child pornography.
OBIT: Gunner Gage Theilen
Gunner G. Theilen, 26, of Swaledale, Iowa, passed away unexpectedly at home on Saturday, January 24, 2026. A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, January 30, 2026 at Major Erickson Funeral Home.
OBIT: Beatrice “Jane” Ramon
Beatrice “Jane” Ramon, 77, died Monday, January 26, 2026, at the Osage Rehabilitation Center in Osage, Iowa.
OBIT: Zelda M Groh
Zelda M. Groh, 80, of Manly passed away peacefully Saturday, January 24, 2026, at her home.
Winnebago County Courthouse: Supervisor meeting minutes and expense report for January 20, 2026
FOREST CITY – The following are the expenses paid by Winnebago county and Board of Supervisor meeting minutes for the period ending on January 20, 2026:
OBIT: Gary Gerhard
Gary Gerhard, 88, of Greene, formerly of Marble Rock, passed away peacefully on January 23, 2026, at the Nora Springs Care Center. Visitation will be Tuesday, January 27, from 4–7 p.m. at Woodley Funeral Home in Greene, Iowa. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, January 28, at St. Mary’s Church in Roseville, Iowa.
OBIT: Deborah Ann James
Deborah James, age 64, of St. Ansgar, Iowa, sadly passed away on January 21, 2026. Deb was born on January 30, 1961, in Mason City, Iowa. She graduated from St. Ansgar High School in 1979.
Northern Iowa man and his parents nabbed in Wisconsin after absconding with child
ALGONA – A Northern Iowa father and his parents have all been arrested after a young child from Kossuth county was taken to Wisconsin in violation of a judge’s orders.
OBIT: Randall “Randy” Ellman
Randall “Randy” Lee Ellman, aged 64, of Charles City, Iowa, passed away on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at his home.
Comprehensive Understanding of ABA Therapy: Principles, Techniques, and Benefits for Lifelong Development
Introduction to ABA Therapy ABA therapy, or Applied Behavior Analysis therapy, is a widely recognized and evidence-based approach used to support individuals with developmental challenges, particularly those on the autism spectrum. Its
Iowa man found dead in a frigid creek after missing for months
This missing Iowa man was tragically found dead in a frigid creek just blocks from the State Capitol building.
OBIT: Diane Lynn Williams
Diane Lynn Williams, 67, of Mason City, passed away Saturday, January 24, 2026, at MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center surrounded by her loving family. Per Diane’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a celebration of life will be held at a later date to be announced.
Protected: Iowa fair board president accused of swiping thousands faces upcoming trial
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Missing Clear Lake teen found safe
CLEAR LAKE – The Clear Lake Police Department sought help from the public in locating a missign ten girl, but thankfully, she was found safe.
Democrats proudly introduce Black and Brown Caucus at the Iowa Legislature
DES MOINES – Today at a press conference in the state capitol building, Democrats proudly introduced the Black and Brown Caucus, comprised of elected officials in the Iowa Legislature who are vowing to advance the interests of persons of color.
“Our vision has expanded and we want to specifically embrace brown Iowans… They have the experience of being seriously discriminated against and they are the largest minority in the state.”
College Wrestling: No. 3 Iowa State pins No. 15 South Dakota State, 29-7
HUMBOLDT, IOWA – No. 3 Iowa State topped No. 15 South Dakota State, 29-7, Sunday afternoon in front of a standing room only crowd at Humboldt High School.
Iowa teen battles cops while armed with gun, faces felony
This Iowa teen is facing serious charges after he allegedly brought a gun to a family-friendly sports venue to harass someone, and then battled police officers when they tried to arrest him.
OBIT: Amber Pedersen
Amber Rae Pedersen, age 40, peacefully passed away on January 24, 2026 at Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa surrounded by her family. Celebration of life services are currently pending.
Governor Kim Reynolds celebrates as Iowa’s GDP among nation’s best
DES MOINES – Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds is celebrating today as she reports that Iowa’s gross domestic product (GDP) is soaring to new levels, a possible indication that the state’s lagging economy is rebounding.