The Greater Mason City Chamber of Commerce has been named a finalist for ACCE’s 2026 Chamber of the Year award, recognizing excellence and community impact.
- Visit Mason City Iowa
Mason City, Iowa will host the 2026 World Aerobatic Championship at Mason City Municipal Airport from August 24 to September 2, drawing elite pilots and visitors.
- Iowa Department of Transportation
Nighttime maintenance on I-380 in Cedar Rapids will run May 31 and June 1 from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m., with crash attenuators in use and doubled work zone fines.
- Internal Revenue Service
IRS releases an Excel-based look-back interest calculator to help tax professionals compute interest for long-term construction and manufacturing contracts under Form 8697.
- City of Waterloo
Moody’s has affirmed Waterloo’s Aa2 issuer rating, reflecting strong financial health, revenue growth, and liquidity that support lower-cost borrowing for the city.
- Governor of Iowa
Gov. Kim Reynolds extended a proclamation effective through June 11, 2026, easing Iowa hours-of-service rules for crews delivering motor fuels in the state.
- Governor of Iowa
About 120 Iowa National Guard soldiers will deploy to Washington, D.C., for six months starting in July to support public safety and America250 preparations.
Iowa DOT has updated traffic camera image and video URLs and outlines how data feed users can access current streams and stay informed about future changes.
Waverly Chamber Ambassadors honored four organizations with ribbon cuttings and awards, recognizing new services, expansion, and a major solar energy project.
Black Hawk County outlines early voting, Election Day polling places, absentee ballot return deadlines, and voter registration rules for the June 2 primary.
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Iowa Travel Industry Partners honors Mason City’s River City Riverwalk and The Music Man Square with 2026 tourism awards recognizing innovation and hospitality.
The IRS will offer in-person help at select Taxpayer Assistance Centers on Saturday, May 30, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., with most regular services but no cash payments.
Westbound U.S. 20/U.S. 75 ramp to southbound I-29 in Sioux City will close June 2 through Aug. 4 for bridge work, with a marked detour and safety reminders for drivers.
The 87th North Iowa Band Festival crowned new royalty, honored top marching bands and floats, and announced carnival hours and specials in downtown Mason City.
- Iowa Department of Transportation
Southbound I-35 between U.S. 30 and 126th Avenue will close overnight May 27-28 for bridge work, with a marked detour via U.S. 30, U.S. 69, and 126th Avenue.
- Governor of Iowa
Gov. Kim Reynolds orders Iowa flags at half-staff from sunrise to noon on May 25, 2026, for Memorial Day, honoring four Iowans killed in action.
- Governor of Iowa
Gov. Kim Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation for five Iowa counties after May 15 severe weather, activating individual grants and disaster case advocacy.
- Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa
The Sturdevant House Special Project Fund will support restoration, preservation, and educational programs at one of Waverly’s oldest historic homes.
- Internal Revenue Service
IRS CEO Frank J. Bisignano and Sen. Bernie Moreno visit Ohio to promote Working Families Tax Cuts on car loan interest, overtime pay and enhanced senior deductions.
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- North Iowa Area Community College
Registration is open for NIACC’s 2026 IDEA Camp, a one-day summer entrepreneurship program for North Iowa middle school students in Clear Lake and Charles City.
- Iowa Department of Transportation
Overnight closures on I-35/I-80 near Iowa 141 are scheduled May 26 and June 1 from 10 p.m. to 4 a.m. for truss work. Drivers should use detours and stay alert.
- Governor of Iowa
Gov. Kim Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation for eight Iowa counties after May 15, 2026 severe weather, activating state aid and individual assistance programs.
- Black Hawk County
Black Hawk County is seeking applicants for a one-year appointment to the Veterans Affairs Commission, requiring county residency, honorable discharge and monthly meetings.
- Governor of Iowa
Gov. Reynolds signed SF 2472, a property tax bill projected to save Iowa homeowners $4.2 billion over six years, along with a series of additional policy bills.
- Iowa Department of Transportation
U.S. 65 between Rockwell and Sheffield will close May 26 to Aug. 11, 2026, for a bridge replacement, with a signed detour and Iowa DOT 511 travel updates.
- Department of Transportation
Iowa 175 will close May 26–Sept. 30 west of Morrison for bridge replacement over Munn’s Creek, with traffic detoured via Iowa 14 and Grundy County roads.