Hampton-Dumont School Board to meet in regular session Monday

The Hampton-Dumont School Board Monday will review board goal statements. During a workshop session with the Iowa Association of School Boards in September, the H-D Board and administrative team engaged in a goal-review process to evaluate and
From hibernation to torpor: Iowa’s mammals prepare for winter

During a recent appearance on KLMJ’s Outdoors in North Iowa program, Franklin and Wright County Naturalist Aubrey Brandt explained how Iowa’s wildlife prepares for the state’s harsh winters and limited access to food and water. “Hibernation is
Ackley City Council addresses budget, water plant, and public works projects

The Ackley City Council met Wednesday taking action on key budget, administrative and infrastructure matters to support city operations and future planning. A budget amendment to the current fiscal year budget was approved, and a public hearing
Belmond City Council to meet in regular session Monday

The Belmond City Council will meet Monday to consider several financial and infrastructure items. Council members are expected to act on resolutions related to the issuance of $5.13 million in General Obligation Capital Loan Notes, including approval
Clarion-Goldfield-Dows School Board welcomes new members, approves board leadership

The Clarion-Goldfield-Dows School Board met Thursday and reviewed recent election results, welcoming Alison Marshall and SheRee Wharton as new board members. Both were sworn into office December 4th. The board recognized retiring members Elizabeth Severson for 16
Saturday, December 13
Girls Basketball
Garner Hayfield Ventura – 78
@ Clarion-Goldfield-Dows – 9
Boys Basketball
Garner Hayfield Ventura – 49
@ Clarion-Goldfield-Dows – 59
Boys Wrestling
Nashua-Plainfield Invitational
(AGWSR, BCLUW-South Hardin, West Fork)
Team Standings
1. Independence – 300
6. BCLUW-South Hardin – 66.5
7. AGWSR – 53.5
9. West Fork – 27
Keith Vry Invitational @ AP-GC
(AP-GC, Clarion-Goldfield-Dows, Dike-New Hartford, Hampton-Dumont-CAL)
Team Standings
1. Don Bosco – 258.5
2. Clarion-Goldfield-Dows – 250
4. Hampton-Dumont-CAL – 154.5
5. AP-GC – 141
9. Dike-New Hartford – 67.5
Ogden Dual Tournament
(North Butler-Clarksville)
North Butler-Clarksville – 18
Vs. Woodward Granger – 66
North Butler-Clarksville – 64
Vs. Kuemper Catholic – 12
North Butler-Clarksville – 48
@ Ogden – 30
North Butler-Clarksville – 52
Vs. Gilbert – 28
North Butler-Clarksville – 42
Vs. Carroll – 41
Third Place Match
Saydel Tournament – cancelled
(Iowa Falls-Alden)
Iowa Falls Council to address grant agreements, swear in officials

The Iowa Falls City Council Monday will consider setting the date and time for a public hearing on the proposal to enter into grant agreements with the Iowa Falls Chamber of Commerce/Main Street and the Iowa Falls
Iowa law enforcement steps up holiday impaired driving enforcement

The holiday season brings increased travel across Iowa, and safety officials are reminding drivers to make responsible choices behind the wheel. Impaired driving remains a serious concern, contributing to an average of 37% of fatal crashes statewide.
Wix, William of Allison – Funeral Service December 16th

Funeral service for 72-year-old William “Bill” Wix of Allison will be Tuesday, December 16th at 11:00 a.m. at St. James Lutheran Church in Allison. Burial will be held at a later date. Visitation will be Monday, December
Hampton-Dumont-CAL Basketball secured a thrilling sweep at Webster City Friday

The Hampton-Dumont-CAL girls and boys basketball teams brought home their first North Central Conference wins of the season with a pair of down to the wire games at Webster City on Friday, as aired on 104.9 KLMJ.