Hardin County Board of Supervisors Recap 11-19
The Hardin County Board of Supervisors moved through a full agenda Wednesday. The Supervisors approved the appointment of Gerald Echelberry as a driver for the Veterans Transport Service. County staff noted the federal onboarding process for volunteer
Regular Unleaded Unchanged Across Iowa; Diesel Sees Decline
Iowa motorists are seeing steady fuel prices this week. AAA reports the average price for regular unleaded gasoline in the state remains unchanged from last week at $2.76 per gallon. That’s up 3 cents from this time
Dann, Kathryn Joan of Allison – Funeral Service November 21st
Funeral Service for 77-year-old Kathryn Joan Dann of Allison will be Friday, November 21st at 2:00 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Vilmar. Burial will be in the Vilmar Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday from 1:00 to
Gov. Reynolds Signs Harvest Weight Proclamation
Gov. Kim Reynolds has signed a new proclamation temporarily increasing weight allowances for the transportation of grain, fertilizer and manure across Iowa. The order took effect today and remains in place through Dec. 19, 2025. Under the
Hampton City Council to Hold Workshop Thursday
The Hampton City Council will hold a workshop meeting Thursday and will discuss Chapter 55 of Hampton City Code, Animal Protection and Control. The council will consider amending language related to livestock/poultry after approving three requests for
Rockwell Resident Injured After Being Struck by Transit Bus in Mason City
A traffic incident occurred at the intersection of 3rd Street Northwest and North Washington Avenue in Mason City Tuesday afternoon, involving a 2017 Glaval transit bus. The Iowa State Patrol says the bus, driven by 79-year-old Ralph
Sailer Plans 2026 Supervisor Campaign as McVicker Steps Aside
Franklin County Republican Central Committee Chairman Larry Sailer recently announced that he will run for the District 1 seat on the Franklin County Board of Supervisors during the 2026 Midterm Elections. The seat is currently held by
Clarion Police Investigate Vandalism at Lions Park
The Clarion Police Department is investigating a vandalism incident reported Tuesday afternoon at Lions Park. Police responded to the park around 1:30 p.m. after receiving a report that juveniles were causing damage in the park. Clarion Police
Rohlwing, Lavola Jean of Clarksville – Funeral Service November 22nd
Funeral Service for 95-year-old Lavola Jean Rohlwing of Clarksville will be Saturday, November 22nd at 11:30 a.m. at the St. John Lutheran Church in Clarksville. Visitation will be Friday, November 21st from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. at
Ackley Council Issues Deadline on Park Lease, Approves Wage Increase
The Ackley City Council focused on several major items at last week’s meeting, beginning with next steps for the Prairie Bridges Park Board lease agreement. City Attorney Seth Schroeder requested direction, and the council reached consensus to