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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 lazy because they’d become bored. You know that spell in between playing ball and school starting where we just… survived. Turns out, it’s called the... Read More
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 Read More
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. Read More
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 people tend to tie their piles and piles of stuff to their self-worth. Rather than viewing our many objects as “mine” we tend to view... Read More
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 new possibilities throughout North Iowa. With this growth, coupled with the increasing popularity of remote employment, we are seeing an influx of new residents into... Read More
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? Read More
Working from Home in North Iowa
Once upon a time, where we lived was determined by the location in which one procured a job. For many undergraduate students, the pressure seemed to mount during their final semester of college. Choices must be made, and often sacrifices, in order to get out into the working world and secure your future. Back then... Read More
The Best North Iowa Small Town Schools
Thankfully, Jane Fischer and her team of associates are skilled realtors, specializing in accommodating the needs of those who are looking for that perfect small-town fit. A place to call home, raise a family, and enjoy the countless perks of rural North Iowa. Read More
North Iowa Community College-NIACC- Hidden Gem
By Rachel Smith Wumkes It’s a question asked of kids at every age… what do you want to be when you grow up? When they’re little, the answer is usually something outrageous, like a professional football player, or an astronaut. As they age, however, the question seems to become increasingly difficult. You can’t just blurt... Read More