Republicans come to Clear Lake in final push

(Above) New Jersey Governor Chris Christie spoke to about 350 persons at the Clear Lake Fire Station Saturday evening.-Reporter photo by Chris Barragy.

Clear Lake Bakery adding workforce to meet growing demand

Clear Lake Bakery, proud manufacturer of cookies for a variety of esteemed companies, including Michael’s Bakery Products LLC and Bonzers, is growing rapidly.

“We are adding more lines in 2016 and our sales are expected to double from 2014,” said Elizabeth Mann, director of operations.  “The workforce is also projected to continue to increase.”

Blizzard warning forces changes

A major winter storm was bearing down on Iowa Monday, causing many schools, organizations, businesses and travelers to alter their plans in anticipation of a blizzard.

Republicans come to Clear Lake in final push

(Above) New Jersey Governor Chris Christie spoke to about 350 persons at the Clear Lake Fire Station Saturday evening.-Reporter photo by Chris Barragy.

Mary Ellen Charest

Mary Ellen Charest, 85, of Clear Lake, Iowa died Monday, Jan. 25, 2016 at Oakwood Care Center in Clear Lake, Iowa.

A funeral service was held at 11 a.m. Friday Jan. 29, 2016 at the Ward-Van Slyke Colonial Chapel, Clear Lake, with the Rev. Ed Bard officiating.  Burial was in Memorial Park Cemetery, Mason City.

The family suggests memorials to Hospice of North Iowa.

Mary Ellen Charest

Mary Ellen Charest, 85, of Clear Lake, Iowa died Monday, Jan. 25, 2016 at Oakwood Care Center in Clear Lake, Iowa.

A funeral service was held at 11 a.m. Friday Jan. 29, 2016 at the Ward-Van Slyke Colonial Chapel, Clear Lake, with the Rev. Ed Bard officiating.  Burial was in Memorial Park Cemetery, Mason City.

The family suggests memorials to Hospice of North Iowa.

Samuel Bealor Swartz, Jr.

Samuel Bealor Swartz, Jr., 84, of Clear Lake, Iowa died Thursday, Jan. 28, 2016, at his home.

Per Sam’s wishes, his body has been cremated and a Celebration of Life will be from 2-6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 6, 2016, at his home, 5851 S. Shore Dr., Lot 20, Clear Lake.

Family suggests memorial contributions to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.

Remember When 2-3-2016

(Above) Poodle skirts and pompadours were popular again in 1991 at the Surf Ballroom for the annual Winter Dance Party.  The crowd danced to the tunes of Carl Perkins, Wanda Jackson, Jack Scott, the D.C. Drifters and the Sun Rhythm Section entertained the crowd.

25 Years Ago

January 1991

Remember When 2-3-2016

(Above) Poodle skirts and pompadours were popular again in 1991 at the Surf Ballroom for the annual Winter Dance Party.  The crowd danced to the tunes of Carl Perkins, Wanda Jackson, Jack Scott, the D.C. Drifters and the Sun Rhythm Section entertained the crowd.

25 Years Ago

January 1991

Samuel Bealor Swartz, Jr.

Samuel Bealor Swartz, Jr., 84, of Clear Lake, Iowa died Thursday, Jan. 28, 2016, at his home.

Per Sam’s wishes, his body has been cremated and a Celebration of Life will be from 2-6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 6, 2016, at his home, 5851 S. Shore Dr., Lot 20, Clear Lake.

Family suggests memorial contributions to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.

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