Iowa Falls and Alden officials examine long-term school challenges

Officials in the Iowa Falls and Alden school districts are continuing discussions about the future, focusing on long-term challenges and possible changes to better serve students. During a joint meeting in February, officials presented “current realities,” highlighting
Darlene Elaine Nicklaus of Parkersburg – Funeral service April 3rd

Funeral service for 88-year-old Darlene Elaine Nicklaus of Parkersburg will be Friday, April 3rd at 10:30 a.m. at the First Congregational Church in Parkersburg. Burial will be in the Oak Hill Cemetery in Parkersburg. Visitation will be
IBR: Rail Remains Critical to U.S. Supply Chain

Railroads continue to play a vital role in keeping the nation’s supply chain moving, even as new technologies reshape how goods are transported across the country. According to the Iowa Business Report, the efficiency and reach of
Tuesday, March 31
Boys Soccer
AP/DNH – 8
@ Columbus Catholic – 2
Clear Lake – 2
@ Hampton-Dumont-CAL – 2
Wright County – 0
@ Ballard – 3
Boys Tennis
Grundy Center – 1
@ Columbus Catholic – 8
Nevada – 9
@ Hampton-Dumont-CAL – 0
Webster City – 1
@ Iowa Falls-Alden – 8
Track & Field
East Marshall Boys Early Bird – 4:15 p.m.
4. Dike-New Hartford – 82
7. AGWSR – 21
Nevada Boys Invitational – 4:30 p.m.
Class A Standings
3. Iowa Falls-Alden – 268
Class B Standings
1. South Hardin – 380.5
2. Grundy Center – 351.5
Frostbite Open @ Sumner-Fredericksburg – 4:30 p.m.
Girls Standings
12. Clarksville – 9
Boys Standings
9. Clarksville – 35
RADIO IOWA: Iowa’s upcoming turkey hunting season looks promising

The wild turkey season is just a few weeks away in Iowa, and early indications suggest it could be a good one. According to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, wildlife biologist Jim Coffey says bird populations
Iowa parks open camping season with reservation changes

Iowa’s state park campgrounds are opening for the season April 1, with officials expecting another busy year for outdoor recreation. According to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, staff have been preparing sites by cleaning facilities and
Bridge replacement project set for Taylor Avenue near Belmond

Wright County officials are alerting residents to an upcoming bridge replacement project southeast of Belmond that will impact travel along Taylor Avenue. Construction is scheduled to begin around noon on June 12 and continue through mid-September, weather
Franklin County Board of Supervisors meeting recap from March 31

The Franklin County Board of Supervisors has approved a new ordinance placing a moratorium on data center development in unincorporated areas of the county. The action came during the board’s regular meeting Tuesday at the courthouse in
Hampton compost site opens for season Saturday

The Hampton Compost and Brush Site is scheduled to open for the season Saturday, April 4, weather permitting. The site, located at 1236 Olive Ave., will operate on the same schedule as last year. Hours are 8
Judy Hudson of Iowa Falls – Celebration of Life April 4th

A celebration of life for 73-year-old Judy Hudson of Iowa Falls will be Saturday, April 4th from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Adams Celebration of Life in Owasa. Adams Celebration of Life is serving the family.