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Tyrese Haliburton bringing Indiana Pacers to Hilton Coliseum for NBA showdown with Timberwolves AMES — Former Iowa State superstar Tyrese Haliburton is coming home—and he is bringing the Indiana Pacers with him. The Pacers will face the Minnesota Timberwolves in an NBA preseason exhibition game at Hilton Coliseum at 6 p.m. Wednesday, October 7, 2026.... https://northiowatoday.com/2026/08/13/tyrese-haliburton-bringing-indiana-pacers-to-hilton-coliseum-for-nba-showdown-with-timberwolves/

Woman dies after being thrown from ATV at Iowa off-road park A 26-year-old Missouri woman has died after losing control of a four-wheel ATV and being thrown from the machine at a popular Iowa off-road recreation park.... https://northiowatoday.com/2026/08/13/woman-dies-after-being-thrown-from-atv-at-iowa-off-road-park/

Teen driver turns pickup into SUV’s path near Mason City, sending two elderly Garner residents to hospital MASON CITY — Two elderly Garner residents were taken to a Mason City hospital after a teenage driver allegedly turned a pickup truck across their path Wednesday afternoon, causing a collision just outside the city. The Cerro Gordo County Sheriff’s Office responded to the intersection of 265th Street and Lark Avenue at approximately 3:12 p.m. on August 12, 2026.... https://northiowatoday.com/2026/08/13/teen-driver-turns-pickup-into-suvs-path-near-mason-city-sending-two-elderly-garner-residents-to-hospital/

Joan Therese Marie Ryan, 94, of Mason City, remembered for fierce devotion to family and faith MASON CITY — Joan Therese Marie Ryan, 94, of Mason City, a resilient and deeply loving woman remembered for her strong Catholic faith and fierce devotion to those closest to her, passed away peacefully Thursday, August 6, 2026, at Good Shepherd Health Center. Joan’s funeral will be held Saturday, August 29, 2026, in Chicago. Additional service details were not announced. She will be laid to rest beside her husband, John, at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood, Illinois.... https://northiowatoday.com/2026/08/07/joan-therese-marie-ryan-94-of-mason-city-remembered-for-fierce-devotion-to-family-and-faith/

Rockwell police hunt suspected mail thieves after afternoon mailbox raid ROCKWELL — Police in the small Northern Iowa community of Rockwell are asking for the public’s help identifying people suspected of prowling through mailboxes and stealing packages Wednesday afternoon. The Rockwell Police Department said the alleged thefts occurred between approximately 4:45 and 4:51 p.m. on August 12, 2026.... https://northiowatoday.com/2026/08/13/rockwell-police-hunt-suspected-mail-thieves-after-afternoon-mailbox-raid/

Dorothy Doris Vance, 99, of Osage remembered for devotion to family and simple joys OSAGE — Dorothy Doris Vance, 99, of Osage, died peacefully Wednesday, August 5, 2026, at Osage Rehabilitation and Health Care Center. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, September 5, at Osage Cemetery, where Dorothy will be laid to rest. Hoff Celebrations – Champion Chapel of Osage is assisting the family.... https://northiowatoday.com/2026/08/06/dorothy-doris-vance-99-of-osage-remembered-for-devotion-to-family-and-simple-joys/

Cops nab alleged squatters in vacant Mason City apartment; pair linked to Cedar Falls organized retail theft cases MASON CITY — A broken window at a supposedly vacant Mason City apartment led police Thursday morning to two alleged squatters holed up inside, including a repeat theft defendant already tangled in criminal cases stretching from Mason City to Cedar Falls. Tristan Gerard Hillhouse and Emily Jo Kellogg were collared inside the apartment at 123 S. Monroe Avenue, with Hillhouse already wanted on a $2,000 cash warrant and facing pending accusations that include organized retail theft, a Mason City Menards theft, domestic abuse assault and other alleged criminal activity.... https://northiowatoday.com/2026/08/13/cops-nab-alleged-squatters-in-vacant-mason-city-apartment-pair-linked-to-cedar-falls-organized-retail-theft-cases/

DeLoss Bruce Baker, 96, of Mason City, remembered for faithful service, craftsmanship and devotion to family MASON CITY — DeLoss Bruce Baker, 96, of Mason City, a United States Navy veteran, skilled craftsman and devoted church servant, passed away peacefully Sunday, August 9, 2026, in Mason City. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, August 15, 2026, at Christ’s Church, 710 N. Kentucky Avenue in Mason City, with Pastor Curt Gallmeyer officiating. Visitation will begin at 1 p.m. Saturday at the church.... https://northiowatoday.com/2026/08/10/deloss-bruce-baker-96-of-mason-city-remembered-for-faithful-service-craftsmanship-and-devotion-to-family/

Perry W. Schaeffer, 82, remembered as beloved Garner science teacher and gifted craftsman GARNER — Perry Wayne Schaeffer, 82, a longtime Garner educator remembered for his curiosity, creativity and dedication to young people, passed away Monday, July 27, 2026. No public funeral, memorial service or burial information was announced.... https://northiowatoday.com/2026/07/29/perry-w-schaeffer-82-remembered-as-beloved-garner-science-teacher-and-gifted-craftsman/

Gregory Paul Rayhons, 65, of Garner, remembered as devoted farmer, family man and servant of faith GARNER — Gregory Paul Rayhons, 65, of Garner, a devoted husband, father and grandfather whose faith and love of farming guided his life, passed away Saturday, August 8, 2026, surrounded by his family. A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, August 14, 2026, at St. Boniface Catholic Church, 660 Bush Avenue in Garner. Burial will follow at St. Boniface Cemetery, with military rites conducted by the Garner Veterans Ceremonial Unit.... https://northiowatoday.com/2026/08/09/gregory-paul-rayhons-65-of-garner-remembered-as-devoted-farmer-family-man-and-servant-of-faith/

Urgent search underway for missing 91-year-old Northern Iowa man LELAND — Authorities are asking the public to help locate a 91-year-old rural Leland man who disappeared along with his vehicle and may not have his cellular phone. The Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office issued the public appeal Wednesday, August 12, 2026, while searching for Ralph Westerberg. Westerberg was last seen by family members Monday evening, August 10.... https://northiowatoday.com/2026/08/12/urgent-search-underway-for-missing-91-year-old-northern-iowa-man/

Coral Frederick Schwarzenstein, 96, of Sumner, remembered as Korean War veteran, businessman and devoted family man SUMNER — Coral Frederick Schwarzenstein, 96, of Sumner, a Korean War veteran, longtime farm-equipment businessman and talented woodworker, passed away Thursday, August 6, 2026, at Community Memorial Hospital in Sumner. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, August 13, 2026, at St. John Lutheran Church in Sumner, with the Rev. Tracy Hinkel officiating. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, August 12, at Becker & Son Funeral Home in Sumner and for one hour before Thursday’s service at the church.... https://northiowatoday.com/2026/08/07/coral-frederick-schwarzenstein-96-of-sumner-remembered-as-korean-war-veteran-businessman-and-devoted-family-man/

John Robert Janssen, 35, of Nora Springs, remembered for his service, generous spirit and love of animals NORA SPRINGS — John Robert Janssen, 35, of Nora Springs, a United States military veteran remembered for his kind heart and readiness to help others, passed away Tuesday, August 4, 2026. A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, August 13, 2026, at First United Methodist Church, 202 N. Hawkeye Avenue in Nora Springs, with Pastor Brent Hamilton officiating. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at Sheckler Colonial Chapel, 114 N. Hawkeye Avenue in Nora Springs.... https://northiowatoday.com/2026/08/05/john-robert-janssen-35-of-nora-springs-remembered-for-his-service-generous-spirit-and-love-of-animals/

Iowa pours another $2 million in taxpayer-backed grants into ethanol and biodiesel pumps DES MOINES — Iowa is directing more than $2 million in public cost-share money to private fuel retailers for 38 projects intended to increase sales of E15 ethanol and biodiesel. Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig announced Thursday, August 7, 2026, that the Renewable Fuels Infrastructure Program Board approved the grants during its July 29 meeting. The latest spending package includes: 24 E15 projects receiving $1,426,732.11 14 biodiesel projects receiving $604,212.84 Total public cost-share awards of $2,030,944.95... https://northiowatoday.com/2026/08/11/iowa-pours-another-2-million-in-taxpayer-backed-grants-into-ethanol-and-biodiesel-pumps/

Cerro Gordo supervisors seek road-worker safety funding, approve $865,574 in claims MASON CITY — Cerro Gordo County supervisors endorsed a state funding application for new road-work safety equipment, approved four employee pay changes and designated three publications as the county’s official newspapers during a brief meeting Monday, August 10, 2026.... https://northiowatoday.com/2026/08/11/cerro-gordo-supervisors-seek-road-worker-safety-funding-approve-865574-in-claims/

Heavy rain soaks Northern Iowa as crops remain strong, but drought grips western counties DES MOINES — Heavy rain delivered more than two inches of moisture to portions of Northern Iowa during the week ending Sunday, August 9, 2026, while statewide corn and soybean crops remained overwhelmingly rated in good-to-excellent condition.... https://northiowatoday.com/2026/08/11/heavy-rain-soaks-northern-iowa-as-crops-remain-strong-but-drought-grips-western-counties/

Darlene Ann Stephani, 74, of Kensett, remembered for her caring heart, faith and devotion to family KENSETT — Darlene Ann Stephani, 74, of Kensett, a loving mother and aunt remembered for making others feel welcome and cherished, passed away Sunday, August 2, 2026, at Osage Rehabilitation and Health Care Center following an unexpected illness. She was under the care of St. Croix Hospice. A celebration of life was held Friday, August 7, 2026, at Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel in Mason City. A reception followed in the funeral home’s Denison Room. Darlene will be laid to rest at Manly Cemetery at a later date beside her beloved son, Danny Jo.... https://northiowatoday.com/2026/08/03/darlene-ann-stephani-74-of-kensett-remembered-for-her-caring-heart-faith-and-devotion-to-family/

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