Grundy County Board of Supervisors to Meet on August 25th

The Grundy County Board of Supervisors will meet Monday, Aug. 25, at 9 a.m. at the Annex Building, 706 H Ave. in Grundy Center. County Engineer Jeff Skalberg is scheduled to present several items, including adoption of
Hampton Council to Discuss City’s Dog Code, Permit Process and East Park Proposal

Monday, Hampton mail carrier Matt Johnson is scheduled to meet with the Hampton City Council during their workshop meeting to request a review and possible revision to the current definition of “vicious dogs” as outlined in the
Iowa Department of Public Safety Launches New Sex Offender Website

The Iowa Department of Public Safety is launching a redesigned sex offender registry (SOR) website. The site introduces new features that aim to make it easier and more efficient for users to find the information they need.
Wright County Supervisors Table Law Enforcement Agreement with City of Dows

This week, the Wright County Board of Supervisors reviewed a 28E Agreement with the city of Dows for Law Enforcement services. Supervisor Betty Ellis explained it is a year-to-year agreement and that the city had already signed
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Iowa State Patrol Trooper Reminds Drivers: School Bus Safety is Everyone’s Responsibility

With the new school year around the corner, there are several safety tips to keep in mind as students return to the classroom. Iowa State Patrol Trooper Jared Arbegast covers District 9 in Iowa, which includes Franklin,
Cerro Gordo sheriff’s office arrests man after vehicle pursuit

The Cerro Gordo County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Marshalltown man after a vehicle pursuit. Alexander Jordan Kew, 32, formerly of Mason City, was arrested on suspicion of 2nd offense Eluding, Theft 1st Degree, and Driving While Barred
Franklin County Board of Supervisors to Consider Street Closures and Tax Abatement

The Franklin County Board of Supervisors will meet at 8:30 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 25, at the Franklin County Courthouse. Their meeting agenda includes a public hearing on vacating multiple streets in the town of Burdette, including
Clarksville Council Approves Water Rate Increase

Clarksville residents will see a rise in their water bills. At their meeting this week, the Clarksville City Council approved a 3% increase, with additional 1% annual increases planned for the following two years. According to minutes
Court of Appeals to Hear Wright County Case During Clear Lake Session

The Iowa Court of Appeals will hold oral arguments in Clear Lake next month as part of Constitution Day. The event takes place Wednesday, Sept. 17, at 9:30 a.m. in the E.B. Stillman Auditorium at Clear Lake