Grundy Supervisors hold regular meeting
The Grundy County Board of Supervisors met in regular session Monday, approving several routine and infrastructure-related items. County Engineer Jeff Skalberg opened the meeting by providing an update on department activities. Supervisors unanimously approved a utility permit
New nuisance rules adopted during March 11 Ackley Council meeting
The Ackley City Council approved an ordinance during its March 11th meeting, updating city codes related to nuisance abatement and junk and junk vehicles. The ordinance, which amends Chapters 50 and 51, expands definitions of nuisance conditions
Rowan to host first Mike Thompson Memorial Parade Saturday
The Rowan Historical Society will host its first annual Mike Thompson Memorial St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Celebration Saturday, honoring a beloved community figure. Known as the town’s resident leprechaun, Thompson brought joy to the parade and
Iowa Ag Week to highlight agriculture’s impact
Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig is inviting Iowans to take part in Iowa Ag Week, set for March 23 through 30. The weeklong celebration highlights agriculture’s contributions to Iowa’s economy, communities and way of life, and
Rockwell City Council recap from March 18
The Rockwell City Council took action on several items during its regular meeting Wednesday evening. The council approved the purchase of new water tower control equipment from Quality Pump and Control for about $4,600. The system will
Debate grows over Iowa farm equipment repair bill
Iowa lawmakers are considering a “right to repair” bill that could give farmers more control over fixing their own equipment. Supporters say rising repair costs and limited access to diagnostic tools have put pressure on already tight
RADIO IOWA: Waterloo institution faces uncertain future under proposed cuts
A popular group of tourist attractions in northeast Iowa faces deep funding cuts. The Waterloo City Council is considering slashing the budget of the Grout Museum District by $300,000, about one-fifth of its budget. Margaret Moye, the
RADIO IOWA: Updated House GOP property tax plan clears committee
A revised version of a property tax reform bill proposed by House Republicans has cleared a House committee. The measure would limit city and county tax revenue growth to 2% and create a new tax break for
RADIO IOWA: First Safe Haven baby of 2026 given to state
The state says it has received the first Safe Haven baby of the year. The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services says a baby girl born March 6 was surrendered under the law. There were five
RADIO IOWA: Iowa poultry producers need to be vigilant to prevent bird flu outbreaks
Six bird flu cases have already been confirmed in Iowa this year and an expert at the USDA says warmer weather will ramp up the spring migration of wild birds — and more incidents where entire flocks