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News Headlines for July 16, 2026
Northwest Iowa cattle farm seeks permit to pump nearly 79 million gallons of water annually
PRIMGHAR — A northwest Iowa cattle-feeding operation is seeking state approval to drill another deep well and withdraw as much as 78.9 million gallons of water each year from an underground aquifer and nearby creek.
Cyclospora infections making people sick nationwide; Iowans urged to watch for symptoms
DES MOINES — Federal health officials are warning Americans, including Iowans, to be alert for a parasitic intestinal illness that has sickened people across the country.
The illness, known as cyclosporiasis, is caused by the microscopic parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis. It is typically spread when someone eats food or drinks water contaminated with the parasite.
Clear Lake petroleum terminal seeks renewal of state air-quality permit
CLEAR LAKE — The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is considering renewal of an air-quality operating permit for a large refined petroleum pipeline terminal in Clear Lake that helps supply gasoline, diesel, ethanol and other fuels to Mason City, Clear Lake, communities across North Iowa and the surrounding region.
According to the DNR, the Clear Lake facility has the potential to emit up to 180.88 tons of volatile organic compounds each year.
Five Iowans hurt after sheriff’s transport vehicle slams into SUV at highway intersection
OSKALOOSA — Five people, including two small children, were injured when a Mahaska County sheriff’s transport vehicle collided with an SUV and sent it crashing into a semi-truck at a southeastern Iowa highway intersection.
Gallup: More people worldwide say their communities are good places for minorities
ANYTOWN, USA – A new Gallup survey finds that more people around the world believe their communities are good places for racial, ethnic and other minority groups than at any point in the past two decades, signaling a gradual improvement in how people view inclusion where they live, and further enlightening that DEI is pointless and racism is nearly eradicated.
Mason City homeowner’s persistence helps prevent major house fire
MASON CITY — A Mason City homeowner’s determination to track down the source of a mysterious burning smell is being credited with preventing what could have become a devastating house fire Wednesday evening.
Cerro Gordo supervisors approve auditor pay increase, $428,176 in claims at July 13 meeting
MASON CITY — The Cerro Gordo County Board of Supervisors approved a temporary $10,000 annual pay increase for an employee in the county auditor’s office, authorized more than $428,000 in claims and reorganized several county funds during its regular meeting on Monday, July 13, 2026.
Cerro Gordo County Community Foundation awards more than $143,000 to 14 local projects
MASON CITY — Fourteen projects serving Cerro Gordo County will share more than $143,000 in grants awarded through the Cerro Gordo County Community Foundation’s 2026 funding cycle.
Mason City artist wins top honor in MacNider Museum’s Area Show: 50
MASON CITY — Mason City artist Dan Gamble has earned Best in Show honors in the Charles H. MacNider Art Museum’s Area Show: 50, a competitive exhibition featuring artists from across North Central Iowa and Southern Minnesota.
Gamble received the top award for his egg tempera on panel work, Untitled (Diptych). As Best in Show winner, he will be granted a solo exhibition at the museum in 2027.
Dennis Jackson, 79, of Terril, honored as Army veteran, lifelong farmer and community servant
TERRIL — Dennis Jackson, 79, of Terril, passed away Friday, July 10, 2026.
Visitation was held from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at Henry-Olson Funeral Chapel, 401 North Seventh Street in Estherville.
Northern Iowa teens pulled from burning car after train collision near Lakota
LAKOTA — Two Northern Iowa boys were seriously injured Tuesday afternoon when their car collided with a freight train and burst into flames just feet from railcars carrying ethanol, authorities said.
Democrat-appointed judge forces ICE to release convicted aircraft hijacker
WASHINGTON — A federal judge appointed by Democratic President Bill Clinton has forced immigration authorities to release a Cuban illegal alien convicted of hijacking an aircraft, returning a dangerous criminal to an American community despite an outstanding deportation order.
Morales (pictured at top) was convicted after taking part in the March 19, 2003, hijacking of a commuter aircraft in Cuba.
Authorities said Morales and others assaulted crew members and forced the pilot to fly the aircraft from Nueva Gerona, Cuba, to Key West, Florida.
Iowa City lands $23.5 million federal grant for Burlington Street Bridge replacement
IOWA CITY — A major Iowa City transportation project has secured more than $23 million in federal funding to replace the Burlington Street bridges and improve nearby roads, bicycle routes and pedestrian connections.
Police nab suspect in suburban Iowa park shooting that wounded two young people
After allegedly opening fire upon an occupied car in this quiet, upscale suburban Iowa park, a suspect has been arrested on an attempted murder charge more than a month after a late-night party left two young victims wounded.
Worth County supervisors approve $921,719 in claims, sheriff pay raises
NORTHWOOD — The Worth County Board of Supervisors approved more than $921,000 in county claims, signed off on several sheriff’s office pay raises and accepted financial reports during its regular meeting on Monday, July 13, 2026.
At the request of the Worth County Sheriff’s Office, supervisors approved four employee salary adjustments:
* Rick Anderson: $32.49 per hour effective Aug. 25, 2026.
* Teri Dorsey: $33.61 per hour effective July 14, 2026.
* Carol Mens: $22.18 per hour effective July 15, 2026.
* John Smith: $91,045.20 annually effective June 15, 2026.
Local child enticer convicted of OWI, marijuana possession after Iowa State Patrol arrest
MASON CITY — A Mason City man on the Iowa Sex Offender Registry for enticing teenage girls has been convicted of drunken driving and multiple drug possession charges stemming from an Iowa State Patrol traffic stop earlier this year.
According to the Iowa Sex Offender Registry, Leider’s convictions involved female victims between the ages of 14 and 17 in Cerro Gordo and Hardin counties.
Northern Iowa soaked by heavy rain as Iowa crops remain mostly strong
DES MOINES — Heavy rain drenched portions of Northern Iowa during the week ending July 12, while warmer and drier conditions across much of the state allowed farmers more time in their fields and kept Iowa’s corn and soybean crops in generally strong condition.
The latest Iowa Crop Progress and Condition Report showed farmers had 5.4 days suitable for fieldwork during the week of July 6-12. That was 1.6 days more than during the same period last year.
Northern Iowa meth dealer convicted after dark web drug operation, fentanyl pill seizure
A Northern Iowa meth dealer who bought illegal drugs on the dark web and distributed methamphetamine near an elementary school has been convicted on multiple federal drug-trafficking charges.
Trump administration warns banks against risky loans to illegal immigrants
WASHINGTON — The Trump administration is directing banks and credit unions to take a closer look at the financial risks of lending money to illegal immigrants and other borrowers who are not legally authorized to work in the United States.
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation and National Credit Union Administration issued joint guidance Monday, July 13, 2026, reminding financial institutions that a borrower’s immigration and employment circumstances can affect the ability to repay a loan.
Iowa mother jailed without bond in drowning death of 2-year-old, seeks bond reduction
An Iowa mother remains jailed on a felony child endangerment charge following the drowning death of her 2-year-old child, while her attorneys are asking a judge to reduce her bond.
Mason City man held without bond after alleged domestic strangulation
MASON CITY — A Mason City man accused of strangling and injuring a domestic partner during a potentially violent incident involving a child is being held without bond as he faces a felony and two additional criminal charges.
Charles City bicyclist airlifted after pickup truck collision
CHARLES CITY — A Charles City man suffered serious injuries Monday after the bicycle he was riding was struck by a pickup truck east of town.
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