HVAC and Safety Projects Moving Forward in West Fork School District
The West Fork School District is moving ahead with phase II of its HVAC improvement project, a key component of the bond passed by voters in November 2024. At the board meeting Monday, the school board finalized
Saturday, August 23
Girls Tennis
Pella Invitational – 9:00 a.m.
(Aplington-Parkersburg)
Franklin Co. Teen Wins Top Fashion Honors at State Fair 4-H Event
Franklin County’s Madison Dohlman won top honors at the 2025 Iowa 4-H Awardrobe Clothing Event during the Iowa State Fair. The Franklin County teen earned the Fashion Revue Award, sponsored by the Central Iowa Chapter of the
Meservey Council to Review Detour Plan
The Meservey City Council will hold a special meeting on Monday (Aug. 25) night to consider a change order tied to the city’s ongoing water project. A new water main is being installed that crosses the county
Miller returns to coach Hampton-Dumont-CAL Volleyball
The Hampton-Dumont-CAL volleyball team is gearing up for the season, having completed its second week of official practice. After stepping down from the position at the end of last season, Sarah Miller is back as the head
Falcon Volleyball brings momentum into 2025 season
The Aplington-Parkersburg volleyball program has entered the new season with the momentum of back-to-back state tournament appearances. With Head Coach Candace Kleespies entering her fourth season in the position, she says the foundation for continued success has
Spartan Tennis wins by sweep over Oelwein
The Grundy Center girls tennis team was dominant in Friday’s 9-0 home win over Oelwein. Playing eight-game pro sets, the Spartans gave up no more than three games in any match. Those winning by sweep included Aubrey
IGHSAU announces preseason volleyball rankings
2025 Preseason Volleyball Rankings Compiled by the Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Thursday, August 21 Class 5A School 2024 Record 1 Waukee Northwest 28-10 2 Pleasant Valley 35-2 3 Waukee 18-15 4
Clarion City Council Appointed New Council Member, Discussed Fire Department and Law Enforcement
The Clarion City Council Tuesday (August 19) appointed and swore in Elmarie Nel as a new council member. Nel will fill the seat vacated by Shayne Hennigar. The seat will be elected for the remaining two years