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Twin Lakes Today
By the People, for the People
1 Dead, Multiple Injured After Iowa College Baseball Team's Bus Crash
The charter bus carrying 33 people went off the road and rolled into a ditch in Calhoun County, Iowa.
Published on Feb. 12, 2026
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One person was killed and multiple others were injured when a charter bus carrying the Iowa Lakes Community College baseball team crashed in Calhoun County, Iowa on Wednesday morning. The bus had 33 people on board when it went off the roadway and rolled into a ditch. The cause of the crash remains under investigation by the Iowa State Patrol.
Why it matters
Tragic bus crashes involving college sports teams are rare but impactful events that can deeply affect local communities. This incident raises questions about road safety, vehicle maintenance, and emergency response protocols for transporting student-athletes.
The details
According to the Iowa State Patrol, the charter bus carrying the Iowa Lakes Community College baseball team crashed just after 11 a.m. in the Twin Lakes area of Calhoun County. The bus went off the roadway and rolled into a ditch. Of the 33 people on board, one person was killed and multiple others suffered serious injuries. The extent of the injuries has not been released. The cause of the crash is still under investigation.
- The accident occurred just after 11 a.m. on Wednesday, February 12, 2026.
- The Iowa Lakes Community College baseball team was scheduled to play against North Arkansas College on Thursday, February 13, 2026 in Harrison, Arkansas.
The players
Iowa Lakes Community College
A community college located in Estherville, Iowa that fields a baseball team.
North Arkansas College
A college located in Harrison, Arkansas that the Iowa Lakes Community College baseball team was scheduled to play against on the day after the crash.
Iowa State Patrol
The law enforcement agency investigating the cause of the bus crash.
What they’re saying
“The safety and well-being of our students and staff remain our highest priority. The College is actively supporting those affected and communicating directly with families.”
— Iowa Lakes Community College (College statement)
“Our hearts are heavy as we grieve alongside the Iowa Lakes College community. The loss of a life is a tragedy that reaches far beyond one campus. We extend our deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of the individual who passed away, and we are lifting up in prayer those who were injured and all who are affected.”
— Dr. Rick Massengale, President, North Arkansas College (College statement)
What’s next
The Iowa State Patrol continues to investigate the cause of the bus crash. Officials have not released the identity of the person killed or details on the extent of injuries to the other passengers.
The takeaway
This tragic incident underscores the importance of rigorous safety protocols and emergency preparedness when transporting student-athletes. The Iowa Lakes Community College and broader higher education community are coming together to support those affected by this devastating loss.
