Written by: Colleen Frein, Greater Mason City Chamber of Commerce No one likes paying taxes. Business owners and homeowners feel the pressure, and efforts to reduce property taxes are understandable. As discussions continue at the Iowa Legislature, it’s worth pausing to consider what happens when cuts go too far, too...
North Iowa Band Festival Call for Marching Bands
For Release: February 10, 2026North Iowa Band Festival Call for Marching Bands MASON CITY, IA – The North Iowa Band Festival committee is looking for marching bands to join thecelebration and excitement of the 87th Annual North Iowa Band Festival parade on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at 10AM. The committee...
Chamber Announces 87th North Iowa Band Festival Theme
For Release: January 30, 2026 Chamber Announces 87th North Iowa Band Festival Theme MASON CITY, IA – The North Iowa Band Festival Committee is thrilled to unveil the logo for this year's theme for the 87th annual North Iowa Band Festival: "Bands, Birthdays, and Brass". This year, the 87th North...