Clear Lake Mirror Reporter

The Clear Lake Fire Department responded to a vehicle fire shortly after 2 a.m. Tuesday, May 10, on Interstate 35 at the exit 188 northbound off ramp.  A 2015 Chevy 3500 Flatbed truck pulling a trailer loaded with boat trailers, was fully involved when firefighters arrived. No injuries were reported and the truck and contents are a total loss with an estimated value of loss of $90,000.  The vehicle was owned by Mid American Trailer Company out of Lebanon, Mo.

The Ventura City Council has approved a dredging project for the Venetian Village Canal, located on the lake’s north shore.

At its Monday, April 25 meeting the Council heard from consulting engineer Jason Petersburg, of Veenstra & Kimm, as well as members of the Venetian Village Canal Association.

Charles B. Crane, 59, of Clear Lake, died Thursday, May 5, 2016, at Muse-Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit in Mason City.  Per Charle's wishes, his body has been cremated and services are pending.

Steven Keith Ashland, 65, of Clear lake, died Wednesday, May 4, 2016 at the I.O.O.F. Home in Mason City.  Per Steven's wishes, his body has been cremated and an inurnment will be in Clear Lake Cemetery.  Family suggests memorial contributions to Trees Forever or Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation.