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Making Christmas Dreams Come True

Making Christmas Dreams Come True People often use the phrase “like a kid at Christmas” when describing their excitement level.  It makes perfect sense, really.  When I hear it, my…

Celebrating World Kindness Day

Celebrating World Kindness Day by Rachel Wumkes Celebrated each year on November 13th, World Kindness Day is an international holiday formed in 1998 to promote kindness throughout the world.  The…

Mason City Chamber Earns Prestigious Award

Chamber of Commerce organizations work in a variety of ways to support local businesses, helping them grow and thrive in every economic atmosphere.  Some work is done behind the scenes,…

End of Summer Fun in North Iowa

We’ve officially entered the dog days of summer.  As a kid, I used to wonder what that term meant.  I always thought it had something to do with youngsters being…

North Iowa Staycation

With inflation on the rise across America, many families are feeling the crunch in their bank accounts. Between gas and groceries, the squeeze is tightening on disposable incomes, making our vacation budgets dwindle into oblivion. But that doesn't necessarily mean you have to skip the scheduled summer-time fun! By: RACHEL WUMKES

Mason City & The Music Man

There’s nothing quite like the sound of a marching band. The toot of the trumpet. The deep timbre of the trombones. The cadence of the drumline as they pass by in their perfectly straight lines. The rich history of marching bands runs deep in Mason City. In fact, over Memorial Day weekend, there was an entire weekend celebration dedicated to these bands.

De-Cluttering in North Iowa

By: Rachel Wumkes For years, Americans have been accumulating stuff, thinking the more options we have available at our fingertips, the more satisfied our lives will be.  Studies have shown…

Working in North Iowa – Job Availability

By Rachel Wumkes It is truly an exciting time in North Iowa.  Touted as a premier location in the Midwest, businesses and investors are seizing the opportunity to expand, growing…

Getting your home ready to sell

Your Home – How Smart Do You Want It?

Technology for the home is growing and changing at a furious pace. Options can be overwhelming if you want to delve into the world of smart homes. Where do I start?