2025-2026 Iowa Bicycle Map now available
The 2025-2026 Iowa Bicycle Map is now available in both paper and digital formats. The Iowa Department of Transportation is distributing the free paper version of the map at Iowa DOT rest areas and Iowa welcome centers.
Iowa’s Hands-Free Law is Now in Effect, What’s Next?
Iowa’s hands-free law went into effect July 1st, with an initial warning period through December 31st, 2025. The hands-free law prohibits drivers from using electronic devices while driving unless the device is in a hands-free setting. This
Iowa Falls native now the Hardin County EMC
McKenzie Burton is the new Emergency Management Coordinator for Hardin County. Burton worked in the emergency room at the hospital in Iowa Falls, before taking a job as a police dispatcher, and also helping out with the
Hardin Supervisors discuss members on an EMS Advisory Council
The Hardin County Board of Supervisors today reviewed a letter received from the Hardin County EMS Association that raised questions about the composition of the EMS Advisory Council. The advisory council is mandated by Iowa Code, and
Information being shared between Wright County offices concerning heavy rain
The spring and summer rains have been causing some issues with the secondary roads in the local area. Jeremy Abbas, the Assistant Wright County Engineer, told the Wright supervisors this week that when any repairs need to
Osteen, Larry of Hampton – Private Family Burial at a later date
Private family burial for 93-year-old Larry Osteen of Hampton will be held at a later date. Woodley Funeral Home in Hampton is caring for the family. Larry Osteen passed away Monday, July 14th at his daughter’s home
Young, David of Eldora – Memorial Service July 25th, 2025
Memorial Service for 84-year-old David Young of Eldora will be Friday, July 25th at 2pm at the First Congregational United Church of Christ in Eldora. Visitation will be Friday from 1-2pm at the church. Woodley Funeral Home
AGWSR School Board holds a regular meeting
Monday, the AGWSR School Board approved the EMC Insurance renewal for property/casualty coverage. The AGWSR board approved the 2025-26 student handbook. And this was the first regular board meeting for new Superintendent Ben Petty, who is also
Spaghetti Supper fundraiser to be held in Dumont today for Texas flood relief
Today The Shed Bar and Grill in Dumont will be doing a spaghetti supper, that will include the salad bar and garlic toast, for $14. All proceeds will be donated to The Community Foundation of the Texas
Hinderaker, Brenda Mae of Radcliffe – Celebration of Life July 25th, 2025
Celebration of Life for 65-year-old Brenda Mae Hinderaker of Radcliffe will be July 25th from 5-7pm at the Radcliffe American Legion Post. Burial will be in the Radcliffe Cemetery. Boeke Funeral Home in Radcliffe is assisting the