Clarion-Goldfield-Dows Preparing FFA Students for Trip to Kosovo in March

Clarion-Goldfield-Dows FFA students, along with advisor Angie Charlson and superintendent Joe Nelson, are gearing up for an educational trip to Kosovo in March. Clarion has a sister-city relationship with Junik, Kosovo which was established in 2022. The
Weatherwax, Viola of Grundy Center – Memorial Service at a Later Date
Memorial service for 91-year-old Viola E. Weatherwax of Grundy Center will be held at a later date in Niobrara, Nebraska. Abels Funeral and Cremation Service, Engelkes Chapel in Grundy Center is assisting the family. Viola E. Weatherwax
Alexia, Glenda of Grundy Center – Celebration of Life at a Later Date
A celebration of life for 74-year-old Glenda L. Alexia of Grundy Center will be held at a later date. Abels Funeral and Cremation Service, Engelkes Chapel in Grundy Center is assisting the family. Glenda L. Alexia passed
Gas, Diesel Prices Up Slightly Across Region

Fuel prices continue to inch upward across Iowa and the local area. According to a press release from the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship, AAA lists the statewide average for regular unleaded gasoline at $2.96
Franklin County Emergency Management Coordinator Joel McWilliams Appointed as New Chief Deputy Sheriff

Franklin County Emergency Management Coordinator Joel McWilliams was appointed as chief deputy sheriff in the Franklin County Sheriff’s Department during the board of supervisors meeting August 4th. McWilliams has served as emergency management coordinator since September 2020
Butler County Authorities Locate Stolen Tractor

The Butler County Sheriff’s Office recently investigated the report of a stolen Kubota tractor—only to discover the machine had originally been taken from a dealership in Indiana. Authorities say the tractor has changed hands multiple times since
New Arrest Warrant Issued for Parkersburg Sex Offender

The Butler County Sheriff’s Office has issued an arrest warrant for 46-year-old Chriz Hilton Wooten of Parkersburg for failing to register as a sex offender. Wooten is classified as a Tier 3 offender on the Iowa Sex
Allison Woman Arrested on Felony Assault, Weapons Charges

An Allison woman was arrested Tuesday evening following a domestic-related incident. According to the Butler County Sheriff’s Office, 46-year-old April Louisa Simkins was taken into custody around 7:45 p.m. at a residence on 250th Street near Allison.
Possible Break-In Reported Near Hubbard

The Hardin County Sheriff’s Office received the report of possible criminal mischief or property damage late Tuesday night near Hubbard. According to dispatch records, the call came in just before 11:30 regarding a residence in the 26-thousand
Suspect captured after manhunt in killing of 4 family members in Tennessee

The suspect wanted in connection with the killing of four people and the kidnapping of a baby in Tennessee was taken into custody on Tuesday after a week-long manhunt. Austin Robert Drummond, 28, was taken into custody