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KIMT News 3 says goodbye to Meteorologist Hunter Donahoe

After over two years at KIMT News 3, KIMT Storm Alert Weather 3 Meteorologist Hunter Donahoe is leaving to pursue a new chapter in his life journey.

Mason City, IA · 1d

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Franklin County supervisors deny six property tax refund claims

The Franklin County Board of Supervisors denied six property tax refund claims Tuesday involving pressure tanks and small bulk tanks. The board unanimously rejected four claims submitted by New Cooperative and two from Growmark Inc. The claims sought refunds for property taxes the companies said were erroneously paid. Supervisors also...

Franklin County, IA · 2d

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2 Hurt in Crash at 270th Street and Balsam Avenue Near Ventura

VENTURA, Iowa — Two people were taken to a Mason City hospital after a two-vehicle crash north of Ventura on Wednesday, according to the Cerro Gordo County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies responded at about 12:11 p.m. Nov. 4 to the intersection of 270th Street and Balsam Avenue. According to...

Ventura, IA · 1d

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Lake Mills man sentenced for Mason City drug arrests

MASON CITY, Iowa - Getting caught with illegal drugs in Cerro Gordo County results in probation for a Lake Mills man. Michael John Roberts, 68, pleaded guilty to possession with intent to deliver methamphetamine and possession of marijuana-3rd or subsequent offense. Roberts was pulled over on Indianhead Driver near the...

Mason City, IA · 2d

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Mason City council starts process of establishing charges for recycling violations, damage to garbage carts

MASON CITY — The City Council in Mason City this week passed on first reading changes in city code to establish applicable administrative fees and charges for recycling violations or damage to city-issued carts as part of the new Cart Smart garbage and recycling program. One of the ongoing...

Mason City, IA · 8h

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Clean Up in Aisle Five, Deer

“Clean up in aisle five” took on new meaning last weekend for a north Iowa grocery store. Mason City Police Mike McKelvey says they were notified shortly after 11 AM Sunday (Nov. 1) that a large buck had just crashed through a window at Hy Vee East on South Illinois Avenue. Callers reported the deer was running around in the dining area of the store and that a five-year-old boy was injured and bleeding from his head.

Mason City, IA · 1d

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Cerro Gordo County Election Results

The Cerro Gordo County election results saw Jacob Welper win by nearly 700 votes in the State Representative District 59 rqace. In the District 60 race, Dani Ollenburg took the seat. The County Board of Su[pervisors had Casey Callanan win the District 2 seat. The County Treasurer will be Nikki Fessler and the County Recorder will be AnnMarie Legler. The County Attorney will be Kaitlyn Kemna Ausborn.

Cerro Gordo County, IA · 2d

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Rain Delays Highway 122, I-35 Road Projects in North Iowa

MASON CITY, Iowa — Recent rain is slowing several North Iowa road construction projects as crews wait for conditions to dry out, according to the Iowa Department of Transportation. DOT spokesman Pete Hjelmstad said wet weather has delayed plans to shift traffic to the outside lane on the Highway...

Mason City, IA · 1d

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Music meets magic at North Iowa auditorium on November 17

MASON CITY, Iowa — A magician who blends live music with illusions is bringing his show to North Iowa next month. Chris Funk will perform "Redefining Wonder" at 7 p.m. Nov. 17 at the North Iowa Community Auditorium on the NIACC campus. First Citizens Bank and Visit Mason City are presenting the show as part of the 2026-2027 NIACC Performing Arts & Leadership Series.

Mason City, IA · 18h

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Half-Dozen Apply for North Butler/Clarksville Shared Superintendent Post

A half-dozen applicants have thrown their hat in the ring to become the next shared superintendent for the North Butler and Clarksville school districts. Last month, the North Butler and Clarksville School Boards voted not to renew the probationary administrator contract of Bryan Boysen, which expires at the end of the current school year on June 30, 2027. Boysen became the shared superintendent of the two districts on July 1, 2024.

Clarksville, IA · 1d

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Incumbent Rusty Eddy Defeats Write-In Challenge in Butler County

Incumbent Republican Rusty Eddy secured re-election Tuesday (11/3) to the Butler County Board of Supervisors in District 3—which includes Aplington, Parkersburg, and New Hartford—garnering 1,350 votes (70.83%) to defeat a write-in campaign that collected 556 votes (29.17%) across all 3 reporting precincts. The contest carried late local interest...

Butler County, IA · 2d

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Sixteen Broncos named to all-district teams

Belmond-Klemme recently held its postseason football banquet, recognizing several players for their contributions during the 2026 season. Seven Broncos earned first-team all-district honors, including Wyatt Buseman, Parker Dougherty, Saul Duran, Brody Heifner, Blaze Paulsen, Max Swisher and Braeden Wright. Five players received second-team all-district honors, including Carver Buchanan, Liam Fournier,...

Belmond, IA · 1d

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Clear Lake Events November 5-11, 2026

Holiday shopping season is here! 🎄 Several Clear Lake shops are kicking things off with holiday open houses tonight and throughout the weekend, complete with special deals, festive treats, and plenty of reasons to shop local. Check out our blog for all the details!. And with Veterans Day coming...

Clear Lake, IA · 1d

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Celebrating Veteran-Owned Businesses in Clear Lake

We’re proud to recognize the veterans who have served our country and continue to make an impact right here in Clear Lake through local businesses and community organizations that are part of the Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce. From construction and retail to specialty foods and martial arts, these Chamber members represent the many ways veterans contribute to our local economy and community.

Clear Lake, IA · 2d

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Mack, Cerwinske, Byrne, Thomson, Salmon Record Election Victories

A member of the Charles City School Board will join the Floyd County Board of Supervisors come January 1st, while a former Supervisor is returning to office in Chickasaw County. Unofficial results show Democrat Josh Mack as the winner in the race for the District 2 Supervisor seat in Floyd...

Floyd County, IA · 2d

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Know The Foe 1A Quarterfinals: #6 Clarion-Goldfield-Dows at #2 West Lyon

SIOUX CENTER, Ia. — The Clarion-Goldfield-Dows Cowboys football team returns to the grid iron on Friday Night, as they make the long trip to Northwest Iowa to take on the West Lyon Wildcats in the quarterfinal round of the Class 1A Playoffs at the Open Space Athletic Complex in Sioux Center. CGD enters at 9-1 and ranked #6, while West Lyon enters at 9-1 and ranked #2. Friday’s meeting is the 2nd all-time between the 2 programs, as West Lyon won a 2A First Round playoff matchup against the Cowboys in 2023 by a score of 50-0. West Lyon enters Friday fresh off a 35-0 shutout of Hinton in the 2nd round, as the Wildcats only blemish is to the lone undefeated team in Class 2A in their county rivals at Central Lyon/George-Little Rock 14-13 in week 2. The defending 1A State Champions are led by senior quarterback Easton DeJong, who’s thrown for 1,124 yards and 16 touchdowns, while rushing for another 689 yards and 8 touchdowns. DeJong’s favorite target has been junior River Kramer, who’s caught 26 passes for 622 yards and 10 touchdowns, junior Jaxton DeJong was 12 catches for 183 yards and 3 touchdowns, as senior Daxtyn Metzger has 8 catches for 178 yards and 3 scores. The rushing attack has two dependable backs, as sophomore Chasyn Westra has 739 yards and 7 touchdowns, as River Kramer has also spent time in the backfield, rushing for 646 yards and 10 touchdowns. The offensive line is a hallmark of West Lyon football, and the Wildcats have another strong unit, anchored by seniors Jerrence Knoblock and Micah Van Beek.

Sioux Center, IA · 23h