Board Proclaims Healthiest State Walk Day, Sets Budget Hearing for Oct. 6
The Franklin County Board of Supervisors met in regular session Monday morning at the courthouse. During public comment, concerns were again raised about the proposed CO2 pipeline, and updates were shared on the courthouse roof contract. Supervisors
Former Iowa Falls Mayor Seeks Re-Election
Former Iowa Falls Mayor Gene Newgaard announced he is seeking another term in office. In a Facebook post, Newgaard said he filed nomination papers last week after encouragement from community members. He highlighted past accomplishments during his
Meth and Firearms Seized in Cerro Gordo County Investigation
The Cerro Gordo County Sheriff’s Office says an alleged narcotics trafficking investigation led to a major drug bust early Saturday morning. Around 3 a.m. on Sept. 20, deputies executed a search warrant at a rural McCallsburg residence
Harken, Philip of Phoenix, Arizona – Celebration of Life October 18
Celebration of Life for 78 year old Philip Harken of Phoenix, Arizona will be Saturday (10/18/2025) from 2:30 until 4:30 p.m. at the Ackley Rec Club. Burial will be in the Oakwood Cemetery in Ackley. Arrangements are
Three Arrested, Drugs and Guns Seized in Cerro Gordo County Investigation
Three Mason City men were arrested Friday evening following a drug investigation that led to a traffic stop and search warrant in Cerro Gordo County. Sheriff’s deputies stopped a vehicle on I-35 near Swaledale around 7:20 p.m.
RADIO IOWA NEWS BRIEF: Center for Intellectual Freedom Advisory Committee Approved
The Board of Regents has approved the 26-member advisory council for the proposed Center for Intellectual Freedom at the University of Iowa. Regent Nancy Dunkel asked that the vote be delayed as she had concerns about there
RADIO IOWA NEWS BRIEF: Iowa farmer named state director of USDA Rural Development
President Trump has appointed a farmer and long-time state legislator from Rockwell City to serve as State Director for U-S-D-A Rural Development. Radio Iowa says Mike Sexton and his wife raise sheep on their Calhoun County Farm,
Zimmerman, Jack of Sheffield – Funeral service October 4
Funeral service for 84 year old Jack Zimmerman of Sheffield will be Saturday (10/4/2025) at 10:30 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church in Sheffield. Burial will be in the Hillside Cemetery in Sheffield. Visitation will be
Iowa Democratic Party: Economic Struggles Deepen as John Deere Lays Off 141 Workers
John Deere has announced it will lay off 141 more workers in Iowa, a move that underscores ongoing struggles in the state’s agricultural and manufacturing sectors. The layoffs affect employees at the company’s Davenport and Dubuque facilities.
DeBerg, Willard of Ackley – Celebration of Life September 24
Celebration of Life for 91 year old Willard DeBerg of Ackley will be Wednesday (9/24/2025) at 4 p.m. at the Timbers Edge Wedding & Event Centre in Steamboat Rock. Funeral arrangements are under the guidance of Sietsema