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News Headlines for May 30, 2026
Big 12 building new replay center to speed reviews, add more transparency for fans
IRVING, Texas — The Big 12 Conference is making a major technology investment aimed at improving replay reviews, game management and fan transparency across college sports.
Disgraced former Des Moines superintendent gets 2 years in federal prison, faces deportation to Guyana
DES MOINES — A disgraced former superintendent of Iowa’s largest school district has been sentenced to two years in federal prison after admitting he falsely claimed to be a U.S. citizen and illegally possessed firearms while living in the country without legal status.
Velma Barnes, Plymouth’s beloved “town historian,” leaves generations of stories and love behind
PLYMOUTH — Velma Barnes, 85, of Plymouth, a North Iowa woman known by many as the town historian, died on May 23, 2026, leaving behind a legacy tied closely to family, memory and the community she called home.
Over the years, Barnes became known as Plymouth’s “town historian,” someone who carried memories of the community, its people and its past. In small towns, those stories matter. Barnes helped preserve that sense of place, holding onto the names, moments and family connections that help define a community across generations.
Cerro Gordo supervisors approve elected official raises, budget amendment at May 26 meeting
MASON CITY — The Cerro Gordo County Board of Supervisors approved fiscal year 2027 elected official salaries, employee payroll actions, tax abatements, a budget amendment and county road planning items during its regular meeting on May 26, 2026.
One of the larger actions of the meeting came when supervisors approved fiscal year 2027 salary recommendations for elected officials. The raises were approved at 2.75 percent for the county attorney, auditor, recorder, sheriff, supervisors and treasurer.
Jerry Barker, Britt grandfather, longtime IMT worker and loyal Eagles fan, leaves legacy of family and hometown pride
BRITT — Jerry F. Barker, a lifelong Britt-area man remembered for his devotion to family, steady work ethic and love of local sports, died Monday, May 25, 2026, at UnityPoint Health – Trinity Regional Medical Center in Fort Dodge. He was 70.
Suspect snared in downtown Mason City on meth, marijuana and probation violation charges
MASON CITY — A suspect was jailed early Saturday after Mason City police responded to a suspicious situation call downtown and arrested him on drug and probation-related charges.
Northern Iowa man killed, semi driver hurt after pickup crosses center line near Estherville
A Northern Iowa man was killed and a semi driver was injured Friday evening in a fiery two-vehicle crash east of Estherville.
Waldorf alum to fly World War I-era aircraft replica across 48 states, stop in Forest City
FOREST CITY — Waldorf alumnus and retired Air Force Col. Tim Tarris will take to the skies in a home-built replica of a World War I-era aircraft for a cross-country U.S. Army Air Corps Commemoration Flight beginning Monday, June 1, 2026.
Northern Iowa principal and track coach nabbed on felony sex charges involving student
WATERLOO — A Northern Iowa school principal, track coach, and theology teacher has been arrested after Waterloo police say detectives investigated an alleged inappropriate relationship involving a juvenile female student.
Waterloo police issued an update Saturday, May 30, 2026, saying detectives had filed an additional charge of grooming, also a Class D felony. Police said Tanney was being held in the Black Hawk County Jail.
MacNider Arts Festival brings “Sweet on Art” fun, live music and outdoor market to Mason City on June 13
MASON CITY — The Charles H. MacNider Art Museum will host its annual MacNider Arts Festival and Outdoor Art Market on Saturday, June 13, 2026, with a full day of free family activities, live music, local and regional artists, food and community fun.
This year’s festival theme is “Sweet on Art,” a tasty-treats inspired theme designed to encourage children to use their imaginations while creating colorful take-home art projects.
Craig Zipse, Northwood family man and hard worker who loved fixing vehicles, remembered
NORTHWOOD — Craig Edward Zipse, a Northwood man remembered for his work ethic, devotion to family and love of fixing vehicles, has passed away.
Zipse, 63, died unexpectedly in his sleep on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at his home in Northwood. He was born on September 18, 1962, in Mason City, the son of John and Nalda Zipse.
Missing Iowa woman found dead in wooded ravine, police say foul play not suspected
A missing Iowa woman was found dead Wednesday afternoon in a wooded ravine area after police, family members and others searched for her, authorities said.
Mason City bike fest to showcase Prairie Rock Trails with riding, music, food trucks and competitions
MASON CITY — Mason City’s growing outdoor recreation scene will take center stage this weekend as the first annual Prairie Rock Trails Bike Fest brings three days of riding, competitions, clinics, live music and food trucks to town.
The event is scheduled for May 29-31, 2026, at Prairie Rock Trails Bike Park, 1500 Elm Drive, and other trail locations in Mason City.
Iowa Senator Joni Ernst says SBA money flowed to ‘Quality Learing Center’ and other questionable companies, calls for fraud investigation
WASHINGTON — U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst says federal small-business money flowed to companies now under scrutiny, including Minnesota’s infamous “Quality Learing Center” and dozens of questionable personal-care companies in Ohio.
Ernst, an Iowa Republican who chairs the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, said the Small Business Administration paid more than $231,000 to the Quality Learing Center, which she described as an abandoned operation exposed as a fraud front by YouTuber Nick Shirley.
Nebraska man snared after high-speed Northern Iowa pursuit ends with pickup rolling on railroad tracks
A Nebraska man sought for questioning in a burglary and theft investigation was injured after allegedly fleeing from a Northern Iowa deputy and rolling a pickup truck while trying to drive along railroad tracks, authorities said.
Mason City man seriously injured in Worth County motorcycle crash
WORTH COUNTY — A Mason City man was seriously injured Wednesday evening after his motorcycle left the roadway in Worth County, according to the Iowa State Patrol.
The crash happened at about 7:14 p.m. on May 28, 2026, on Highway 9 westbound near the intersection with County Road A45.
Mason City cops nab wanted woman with suspected cocaine after recent assault convictions
MASON CITY — A Mason City woman who recently pleaded guilty in two separate assault cases was nabbed by police after an officer found her incapacitated near McNider Campground.
No charges after Iowa driver hit children in school pickup lane, police say
No criminal charges will be filed after an Iowa driver struck and injured children in a school pickup lane earlier this year, police announced Thursday.
Iowa National Guard soldiers heading to Washington, D.C., for America’s 250th birthday security mission
DES MOINES — About 120 Iowa National Guard soldiers will deploy to Washington, D.C., this July as the nation’s capital prepares for massive crowds, heightened security and America’s 250th anniversary celebration.
Gov. Kim Reynolds announced the deployment, saying Iowa soldiers will support public safety, infrastructure and planning efforts as millions of visitors are expected in Washington during the semiquincentennial celebration of the United States.
Gail Harringa, Clear Lake woman remembered for family, faith and compassion
CLEAR LAKE — Gail Marion Harringa, a Clear Lake woman remembered by loved ones for a life centered around family and care for others, has passed away.
Harringa, 89, died peacefully on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at her home, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on May 25, 1936.
Sean Miller, formerly of Clear Lake, remembered for final gift of life through donation
CLEAR LAKE — Sean William Miller, formerly of Clear Lake, is being remembered after his death on May 16, 2026.
Miller, 35, was born on October 12, 1990. He had most recently lived in Denver, Iowa, and had ties to the Clear Lake community.
A Celebration of Life Visitation for Miller will be held from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday, May 29, 2026, at Ward Van Slyke Colonial Chapel, 310 First Avenue North in Clear Lake.
“Minnesota” women nabbed by feds in $21 million Medicaid fraud scheme
WASHINGTON – As Minnesota officials largely look the other way, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations cuffed two “Minnesota” women on charges of health care fraud after stealing more than $21 million from American taxpayers.
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