Hampton Council reviews tree planting plans at workshop Monday
The Hampton City Council reviewed tree planting efforts during a workshop Monday, including plans to use a Iowa Department of Natural Resources grant to add trees in public areas. A proposal for additional plantings in the cemetery
Nelson Media acquires Butler County newspapers amid industry changes
Nelson Media Company has announced it will acquire two Butler County newspapers as part of a broader purchase from Mid-America Publishing Corporation, according to information released by Nelson Media. The company confirmed it is taking over the
Franklin Supervisors approve resolutions, discuss strategic planning
The Franklin County Board of Supervisors handled routine business and approved two resolutions during its regular meeting Tuesday. Supervisors approved resolutions related to tax compliance procedures for tax-exempt bonds and policies governing municipal securities disclosure. Both measures
KWAY: Rolling Ford owner addresses fraud investigation
Authorities are investigating allegations of financial misconduct at a local dealership following a leadership shakeup earlier this month. Wednesday, April 8, 2026, Brad Roling, owner of Rolling Ford in Shell Rock, addressed the situation in an interview
Iowa gas prices rise sharply despite drop in crude oil
Gas prices jumped sharply across Iowa this week, even as crude oil prices declined. According to AAA, the average price for regular unleaded gasoline in Iowa is $3.64 per gallon as of Wednesday, up 21 cents from
Ann M. Johnson of Belmond – No service planned
No service for 78-year-old Ann M. Johnson of Belmond will be held. Ewing Funeral Home is assisting the family. Ann M. Johnson passed away Monday, April 6 at the Concord Care Center in Garner.
American Legion Auxiliary to host service dog program April 23
The American Legion Post 354 Auxiliary will host a community event later this month featuring service dogs trained to assist veterans and children with autism, and the event is open to the public. The event is scheduled
Annabel Meyer of Iowa Falls – Service pending
Service for 94-year-old Annabel Meyer of Iowa Falls is pending, through Woodley Funeral Home in Iowa Falls. Annabel Meyer passed away Monday, April 6 at Scenic Manor in Iowa Falls.
Rowan Theater to host Night of Country Music April 18
The Iowa River Players Theater will come alive with classic country sounds later this month during “Rowan’s Night of Country Music.” The event is scheduled for Saturday, April 18, with doors opening at 6:00 p.m. and the
RADIO IOWA: House GOP may hire Texas firm to analyze local governments’ budgets
Republicans in the Iowa House of Representatives may hire a Texas company to use artificial intelligence to analyze spending in each Iowa county and the state’s 220 largest school districts. As lawmakers and Kim Reynolds consider plans