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Garage fire in Mason City leads to total loss
(ABC 6 News) – UPDATE: there were no reported injuries for a fire that happened Monday evening in Mason City. According to the Mason City Fire Department (MCFD), the fire broke out around 9 p.m. at 116 15th St. NE. According to the Mason City Fire Department, they have...
Mason City Library tax levy in danger
(ABC 6 News-) Under a new Iowa law, cities and other local government entities will see a cap on the amount they are able to levy directly from taxpayers, meaning the Mason City Public Library could soon be facing cuts to the amount it can dedicate toward the purchase of new materials.
Fireworks safety for the Fourth of July
(ABC 6 News) — While fireworks may be part of American tradition, they can also cause serious property damage, injuries, or worse when mishandled. Those selling fireworks say that they try to reduce the risk by explaining how to safely light them off and by avoiding selling to children.
Charles City Rotary Hands Out Awards, Recognition
The Charles City Rotary Club held its 2024 “Pass the Buck Awards and Recognition Night” last week. Outgoing President Bill Feller said the annual event is a celebration of Rotary’s mission. Linda Klemsrud received the Paul Garthwaite Memorial Award as Rotarian of the Year. Mike Molstead was...
Inspection of Closed Main Street Bridge in Charles City Could Determine Future
The future of the Main Street Bridge in Charles City, closed by flooding since June 23rd, could be determined by an upcoming inspection. Mayor Dead Andrews says the bridge was closed and remains closed for cautionary reasons. Andrews says the City hopes to have bridge inspectors, Calhoun-Burns & Associates, in...
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