A forward-thinking vision for North Iowa Despite facing challenges during a pandemic, Vision North Iowa partners are optimistic for the future as the area works towards recovery Posted: Feb 24, 2021 8:30 PM Updated: Feb 25, 2021 6:10 AM Posted By: Alex Jirgens MASON CITY, Iowa - North Iowa has had to face its fair share of challenges due to the events of the last year. During today's State of North Iowa report, Vision North Iowa leaders and partners came together to hear about the area's response throughout 2020. Businesses in the tourism, retail and personal services sectors were hit hard financially as a result of impacts from stay-at-home orders, mandated closures and capacity limits.