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News Headlines for March 3, 2026
Northern Iowa teens nabbed after alleged school threats
GUTHRIE CENTER – Two male teens allegedly made frightening threats to this Northern Iowa school and after they turned themselves in, police sent them to a detention center, charged with terrorism.
Rep. Jane Bloomingdale says over 40 bills are still under consideration in Iowa House
“After the first funnel week, committee work slowed and floor debate picked up,” Rep/ Bloomingdale said. “This week, we were on the House floor every day, moving more than 40 bills—most with unanimous or strong bipartisan support.”
One bill that is still alive wold rule “that a private institution may not establish, sustain, support, or staff a DEI office.”
Dani Ollenburg of Clear Lake launches campaign for Iowa House District 60
CLEAR LAKE — Dani Ollenburg, a lifelong Iowan and resident of the North Iowa community, officially announced her candidacy for State Representative in District 60 on February 22, 2026. Running as a Republican, Ollenburg emphasizes a platform rooted in limited government, accountability, and traditional Iowa values. Jane Bloomingdale is the current Republican incumbent in this seat.
OBIT: David Leo Bublitz
David Leo Bublitz, age 75, of Carpenter, Iowa, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at Baylor St. Luke’s Hospital in Huston, Texas. A funeral service will be held on Monday, March 9, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Grafton, Iowa.
Protected: Cops raid Northern Iowa woman’s home, find illegal drugs
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College Basketball: Iowa State Cyclones beaten at Arizona, 73-57
TUCSON, Ariz. – Sixth-ranked Iowa State (24-6, 11-6 Big 12) was unable to topple its third Top 5 team of the season as it fell at No. 2 Arizona (28-2, 15-2 Big 12) by a score of 73-57 Monday evening.
OBIT: Chad A. Cahill
Chad A. Cahill, 52, of Clear Lake, Iowa, passed away unexpectedly on February 26, 2026. A Celebration of life will be held in Clear Lake.
OBIT: Ricky Mahnesmith
Ricky Mahnesmith, 61, of Mason City, passed away on Saturday, February 22, 2026, at MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center. In accordance with Ricky’s wishes, cremation has taken place and no services will be held at this time.
Iowa State axes gymnastics program
AMES – The Iowa State University Athletics Department will discontinue its women’s gymnastics program and replace it with another sport that provides equal or additional participation opportunities for women, ISU Director of Athletics Jamie Pollard announced today.
OBIT: Dennis G. Marsh
Dennis G. Marsh, 82, passed away suddenly on Monday, February 23, 2026, at MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center in Mason City. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at St. Paul Lutheran Church.
Mason City police release names of deceased persons found in house
MASON CITY – The names of the three persons found dead in a Mason City house were released this afternoon.
Iowa OSHA recognizes IMT in Garner for safety practices
GARNER – This Garner manufacturer has gained recognition from state authorities for offering a safe workplace for their employees.
Homeland Security claims “historic progress” in clearing illegals from America
WASHINGTON – Under the leadership of President Donald Trump and Secretary Kristi Noem, Homeland Security claims to be restoring the rule of law, delivering the most secure border ever, removing dangerous illegal aliens, creating safer communities, strengthening cyber defense, fixing disaster response, launching initiatives that are reshaping American travel, and making America safer for generations to come.
Rep. Shannon Latham offers update on status of bills still under consideration in the Iowa Legislature
“Two headline-making bills that were passed by the Iowa House of Representatives in week seven of the 2026 legislative session include improving election laws and requiring commercial drivers to demonstrate English proficiency,” Rep. Latham said.
OBIT: Janice E. Stowe
Janice Elaine Stowe, formerly of Rockford, Iowa, received her wings on February 24, 2026, passing away peacefully in Oro Valley, Arizona, at the beautiful age of 77. A funeral service will be held at First Covenant Church in Mason City, Iowa at 11 a.m. on Friday, March 6, 2026.
Women’s College Basketball: No. 9 Iowa 81, Wisconsin 52
MADISON, Wis. – Behind a dominant double-double from center Ava Heiden and a stifling second-half defensive performance, the No. 9 Iowa Hawkeyes cruised to an 81-52 victory over Wisconsin at the Kohl Center on Sunday afternoon.
Women’s College Basketball: Iowa State Cyclones defeat Kansas State, 93-79
MANHATTAN, Kan. – Iowa State (22-8, 10-8 Big 12) took down Kansas State (15-16, 8-10 Big 12) in Bramlage Coliseum on Sunday afternoon, 93-79. The win secures the first-round bye in the 2026 Phillips 66 Big 12 Tournament as ISU will be the No. 7 seed in Kansas City.
UNI men’s basketball cruises to 75-53 win at Drake
DES MOINES – UNI men’s basketball’s defense stepped up to the plate on Sunday afternoon with 15 forced turnovers while holding Drake to 31% shooting as the Panthers rolled to a 75-53 road win over the Bulldogs inside the Knapp Center in Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) action.
OBIT: Roger “Buck” Newman
Roger “Buck” Dale Newman, 71, of Mason City, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, on Sunday, March 1, 2026. A Celebration of Life visitation will be held from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at Hogan Bremer Moore Colonial Chapel.
Three U.S. service members killed in Iran retaliation
TAMPA, FLORIDA – U.S. Central Command has reported this morning that three American soldiers have died, and others hurt, in retaliation strikes from Iran after yesterday’s devastating onslaught from U.S. and Israeli forces.
OBIT: Christeven Neil Schwarck
After a remarkably, almost unbelievably, full life, Christeven Neil Schwarck died peacefully at 92 years of age on Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at MercyONE in Mason City, Iowa, in a room filled with family and friends while thoughts and prayers flowed in from near and far. A celebration of his life will take place at the Surf Ballroom at 460 N Shore Dr in Clear Lake on Saturday, March 7, from 12:30-2:00 p.m. with a meal to follow.
OBIT: Keyona L. Johnson
Keyona Lynetta Johnson, 48, of Mason City, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at Major Erickson Funeral Home.
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