Franklin County Conservation hosting Moonlight ski event next Saturday
A unique winter recreation opportunity is returning to Franklin County later this month. Franklin County Conservation will host its annual Moonlight Ski and Shoe on Saturday, January 31st, at Maynes Grove south of Hampton, giving participants a
Wright County Supervisors review Healthy Harvest update, approve road agreements
The Wright County Board of Supervisors Monday received a written annual update from Andrea Evelsizer of Healthy Harvest of North Iowa, outlining programs held in 2025 and events planned for 2026. Evelsizer also requested the county consider
RADIO IOWA: Senator proposes tougher penalties for excessive speeding
A bill moving through the Iowa Legislature would allow state and local law enforcement officers to immediately confiscate a driver’s license after stopping a vehicle traveling more than 100 miles per hour. Sen. Mark Lofgren, a Republican
Alden City Council sets agenda for Jan. 26 meeting
The Alden City Council will consider a mix of budget planning, intergovernmental agreements and park improvements when it meets Monday, Jan. 26. The council is scheduled to take up a 28E agreement with the Alden–Grant Lee Township
Sheffield City Council recap from Jan. 12 meeting
The Sheffield City Council is moving forward on several budget-related items and infrastructure discussions following action taken at its January meeting. During the Jan. 12 regular session, council members approved a fiscal year 2026 budget amendment. The
Ackley council reviews budget priorities
The Ackley City Council is moving forward with ordinance updates and early budget planning following its regular meeting earlier this month. At the Jan. 14 meeting, council members approved the first reading of an ordinance amending the
Rowan Residents Advised of Boil Order
Residents of Rowan are under a boil order until further notice after water pressure was lost in the city’s system. City officials say water service has been restored as of today (Wed), but the boil order will
Franklin County supervisors begin budget talks with departments
The Franklin County Board of Supervisors has begun early budget discussions as it prepares for the upcoming fiscal year. During budget workshops held Jan. 20 and 21, supervisors met with department heads from offices including the sheriff,
Charles William Krusey of Parkersburg – Funeral service January 26th
Funeral service for 74-year-old Charles “Chuck” William Krusey of Parkersburg will be Monday, January 26th at 10:30 a.m. at the Hope Reformed Church in Parkersburg. Burial will be in the Oak Hill Cemetery in Parkersburg. Visitation will
Drivers see slight relief at the pump across Iowa
Drivers across Iowa are seeing a small break at the pump this week as gasoline prices continue to trend lower. According to AAA, the average price of regular unleaded gasoline in Iowa is $2.47 a gallon, down