A Clear Lake man is facing up to 10 years in prison after allegedly accelerating his vehicle rapidly at a woman twice last month.
Joyner
According to court records, 30-year-old Laquan Paul Joyner has been charged with intimidation with a dangerous weapon -- injure/provoke fear, which is a class C felony.
The affidavit states that at around 6 p.m. Jan. 15 a woman went into the garage with the door open. Joyner's listed address, to retrieve a battery pack.
Joyner allegedly put his 1997 Ford Expedition in drive and accelerated rapidly at the woman twice. She later stated that she feared for her life during the incident.
The charges were filed Friday morning in Cerro Gordo County District Court. Joyner was convicted of domestic abuse and assault on persons in certain occupations in December.
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North Iowa Nine: Jazz, harvest and more
Enjoy the American Songbook and world music in Clear Lake and Mason City, or discover treasures of the harvest and history in Bolan and beyond.
The North Iowa Farmers Market will host its second annual Harvest Happening from 4-6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 13, at the corner of First Street Northeast and North Delaware Avenue in downtown Mason City.
The family event will feature vendors offering fall fruits and vegetables, such as pumpkins, gourds, squash and apples. There will also be free activities for all ages, including fall recipe demonstrations, pumpkin and face painting, a smoothie bike and a door prize raffle.
The market season will conclude Friday, Oct. 27.
Visit www.northiowafarmersmarket.com or @northiowafarmersmarket on Facebook for more information.
The Mason City High School Vocal Music Department begins its 91st season with a concert at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 17, at the North Iowa Community Auditorium.
The ensembles are conducted by Joel Everist and Sarah Bouska, with collaborative pianist Rachel Everist. Free admission.
Selections include “America the Beautiful” by the Chamber Choir; “Amani Utupe,” “Ye Banks and Braes,” “Climbin’ Up The Mountain,” and “Swingin’ With The Saints,” Mixed Chorus; “K’ Ayal Ta’arog,” “Three Madrigals,” “Requiem” (conducted by Nathan Lange, student teacher from Wartburg College), and “Little David Play On Your Harp,” Varsity Choir; and “Hlohonolofatsa,” “The Best of Rooms,” “Wie lieblich sind deine Wohnungen,” ”Deep River” and “Nyon Nyon,” Concert Choir, and “The Battle Hymn of the Republic,” combined choirs.
The CD “Flight Song” will be released at the concert.
Laurie Ryan Borgman, a fabric artist who uses vintage material to create pillows, is the artist of the month at Art on the Plaza, 11 S. Federal Ave., in Mason City. The public is invited to meet Borgman from 3 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 12. Light refreshments will be served.
Artist of the Month continues the second Thursday of every month featuring a new artist.
Find Art on the Plaza on its Facebook page, Art on the Plaza Gallery Owned.
Author and antiques expert Mark F. Moran of Iola, Wisconsin, will appraise antiques at the Fertile Public Library at 1 p.m. Oct. 15.
Items must be registered in advance. Contact the library help desk or call 641-797-278. Moran can also make home visits for people with large, fragile or multiple items. Call 715-281-5060 or email moranm1953@gmail.com.
Former senior editor of Antiques and Collectibles Books, Moran has been a contributing editor for Antique Trader magazine, and is author or co-author of more than 25 books on antiques and collectibles.
He has bought and sold antiques for more than 30 years, specializing in vintage folk art, Americana, and fine art, and has been an appraiser for more than 20 years.
The Anderson Brothers will perform at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 12, in E.B. Stillman Auditorium, 1601 Third Ave. N., for the next Clear Lake Area Concert Association show.
Virtuosos on clarinet and saxophone, Peter and Will Anderson have headlined at The Blue Note, Jazz at Lincoln Center, the Kennedy Center and New Orleans Jazz Festival.
Along with guitarist Alex Wintz, they provide a fresh perspective to classic pop and jazz tunes. Their coverage of the great American songbook is punctuated with jazz history, friendly narrative and witty banter.
Season memberships are $45 adult, $15 student and $95 for a family, available at the door, the Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce, the Clear Lake Arts Center, or by calling 641-357-6518. Single event passes are $25 at the door.
Bolan Schoolhouse & Cultural Center will host a “Pancakes & Pumpkins” fundraiser from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 14. A free-will donation for pancakes and picking a pumpkin from the patch will go toward operating expenses for the restored/renovated 1923 Barton No. 2 School. The two-level building can be rented by the public for holiday gatherings and more.
There will be items for sale, and railroad memorabilia displayed by Joe Nydegger.
Michael Feinstein will perform at 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 14, at the North Iowa Community Auditorium for the Performing Arts and Leadership Series' 20th Anniversary Season.
Tickets are at the NIACC Box Office, 1-888-466-4222, extension 4188, and online at www.niacc.edu/boxoffice.
Feinstein has built a dazzling career over the last three decades, bringing the music of the Great American songbook to the world, earning Grammy and Emmy Award nominations, and performing all over the world.
He was introduced to Ira Gershwin in 1977, and became his assistant for six years. Gershwin’s influence provided a solid base upon which Feinstein evolved into a captivating performer, composer and arranger of his own music.
To learn more, visit www.michaelfeinstein.com, or watch a video at www.niacc.edu/palvideos.
Main Street Mason City's first Fall Fest on Federal will be 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 14.
Featured events include Oak Leaf Comics & Collectibles' 40th Anniversary, with superheroes and super cars, inflatables, kids train and face painting.
Main Street will also host the First Annual Pet Costume Contest, partnering with the Humane Society of North Iowa and Lucy and Olive's. Judging is at 2:30 p.m., with awards at 3.
Vendors, food, music, and an information booth on the River City Renaissance Project will be located on North Federal Avenue between First and Third streets.
On the plaza, The Quarry & Tapas Bar Oktoberfest starts at 11 a.m. with a bean bag tournament, food, and five bands throughout the day.
Several scarecrows are located throughout Central Gardens of North in Clear Lake, contributing to the festival fall atmosphere. Ten scarecrows were constructed by area residents and groups. Central Gardens provided traditional t-forms to place the scarecrows in various spots in the garden. These creations will be on display through October. The gardens, located at 800 Second Ave. N., are open dawn to dusk. Admission is free.
