AP Homecoming Coronation happening Thursday

The Aplington-Parkersburg Homecoming Coronation will take place Thursday at 7:30 p.m. inside the auditorium. Queen candidates: Emma Haan, Holly Haugstad, Ella Buttjer, Ellie Reints, Ava Eddy King candidates: Kolbon Hoppenworth, Noah Harbaugh, Trevan Thomas, Titan Verrett, Sully
Path to Citizenship: La Luz Centro Cultural Offers New 10-Week Course

La Luz Centro Cultural in Hampton is offering its first U.S. Citizenship class. The 10-week course started September 2nd. Participants meet every Tuesday and Wednesday night in English to help permanent residents prepare for their naturalization interview
Hampton Council Discusses Poultry Permit Process, Dog Registration

At the recent Hampton City Council workshop meeting, resident Jennifer Gruelke requested permission to keep poultry on her property in southern Hampton. Gruelke said she was recently approached by a police officer about chickens at her residence.
Wednesday, September 24
Girls Tennis
1A Region 7 Semifinal
Independence – 0
Vs. Dike-New Hartford – 5
(@ Byrnes Park, Waterloo)
Hampton Council to Discuss No-Parking Zones, Brush Site Plan, and License Fees

The Hampton City Council will meet in regular session Thursday, Sept. 25 at City Hall. On the agenda, the council will hear a report on water treatment plant improvements, including a $1,995 pay estimate from Henkel Construction,
Governor Calls Dec. 9 Special Election to Fill House District 7 Seat

Governor Kim Reynolds has set Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2025, as the date for a special election in Iowa House District 7. The election follows the resignation of Representative Mike Sexton, who was appointed by President Donald Trump
No Injuries Reported in I-35 Crash Triggered by Pig in Road

A crash on Interstate 35 in Franklin County was caused Tuesday, Sept. 23, when a vehicle stopped to avoid a baby pig in the roadway. Franklin County Sheriff Aaron Dodd tells Radio On The Go News the
IVCCD Partners with Toys for Tots to Brighten Holidays

The Iowa Valley Community College District is teaming up with Toys for Tots to help spread holiday cheer. From October 1 through December 10, donations of new, unwrapped toys will be accepted at several campus locations, including
CAL School District Sets Sept. 30 Special Election for Board Seat

The CAL Community School District will hold a special election Sept. 30 to fill a District 1 board seat. All eligible voters in District 1, which includes parts of Franklin and Wright counties, are encouraged to cast
Dike-New Hartford District to Hold Community Meetings on Possible K-4 Changes

The Dike-New Hartford Community School District will hold two informational meetings this fall to discuss potential changes to how Kindergarten through 4th grade students are assigned between the Dike and New Hartford campuses. District leaders say the