Naig presents Good Farm Neighbor Award to Fort Dodge farmers

A Fort Dodge farm family is being recognized for its commitment to animal care, environmental stewardship and community involvement. Mike Naig presented the Wergin Good Farm Neighbor Award to Gregg and Liddy Hora during the Iowa Pork
John and Shirley Lager of Clarion – Mass of Christian Burial January 23rd

Mass of Christian Burial for 90-year-old John O. Lager and 90-year-old Shirley A. Lager, both of Clarion, will be Friday, January 23rd at 10:30 a.m. at the St. John’s Catholic Church in Clarion. Burial will be in
Grassley urges renewed enforcement of fair pricing law

U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley is urging federal regulators to step up enforcement of a decades-old law aimed at protecting small and mid-sized businesses from discriminatory pricing. Grassley, along with South Dakota Sen. Mike Rounds, sent a letter
Deanna Belknap of Eldora – Funeral service Jan. 24

Funeral service for 82-year-old Deanna Belknap of Eldora will be Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at Adams Celebration of Life in Iowa Falls. Burial will be in the Steamboat Rock Cemetery in Steamboat Rock. Visitation
House Republicans unveil property tax relief proposal

Iowa House Republicans have released a new property tax proposal for consideration during the 2026 legislative session. House Study Bill 596 was introduced by Ways and Means Chairman Carter Nordman, a Republican from Dallas Center, who will
UPDATE: Blizzard warning issued for north-central Iowa

A Blizzard Warning is now in effect for much of north-central Iowa as strong winds and blowing snow create dangerous travel conditions today. The National Weather Service says a fast-moving storm system is bringing snow showers and
RADIO IOWA: Iowans can learn the centuries-old sport of curling

Curling could see a boost in interest next month as the Winter Olympics get underway, and area residents won’t have to travel to Milan, Italy, to give the sport a try. Emily Nelson, a spokeswoman for Cedar
Strong winds, blowing snow to impact travel across area today

Drivers across north-central Iowa are being urged to use caution today as a fast-moving winter storm brings strong winds, snow and blowing snow to the region. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory from
Clarksville council reviews inspections, permits and long-term projects

Clarksville city officials reviewed housing inspections, permits and long-term infrastructure planning during a City Council department meeting held Jan. 19. Council members discussed the possibility of implementing rental housing inspections, agreeing to continue reviewing options and revisit
Wednesday Birthdays & Anniversaries

Today’s birthday spotlight business is: 805 Pizza & Chicken in Hampton Today’s winner will receive: $10 Gift Certificate Today’s birthday spotlight business is: For Heaven’s Sake in Aplington Today’s winner will receive: $10 Gift Certificate(Pick up