Iowa fuel prices increase as crude oil costs fall
The average price of regular unleaded gasoline in Iowa rose 4 cents over the past week despite a sharp decline in crude oil prices. Regular unleaded gasoline averaged $3.79 per gallon statewide Wednesday, according to AAA. That
James Peter Nixt of Greene – Funeral Mass Aug. 7
Funeral Mass for 89-year-old James Peter Nixt of Greene will be Friday, August 7, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the St. Mary’s Church in Greene. Burial will be in the Rose Hill Cemetery in Greene. Visitation will
Zach Lahn Talks Top Issues at Parkersburg Town Hall
Republican gubernatorial candidate Zach Lahn addressed a town hall crowd Wednesday (8/5) in Parkersburg, laying out a platform built around what he calls “restoring Iowa’s culture.” Lahn, a farmer and school founder from northwest Iowa, said the
Traer’s Winding Stairs Festival Begins with Time Capsule Celebration
The Winding Stairs Festival in Traer officially gets underway Friday and continues through Saturday, but the celebration starts a day early with a special community event on Thursday evening. The City of Traer and the Taylor Park
Rob Sand Talks Top Issues at Parkersburg Town Hall
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Rob Sand made his pitch to a crowd of Republicans, Democrats and Independents in Parkersburg on Wednesday (8/5), framing his campaign as a break from the two-party “private clubs” he says control state politics.
Public asked to comment on proposed Iowa 3 bridge project in Butler Co.
The Iowa Department of Transportation is seeking public input on a proposed bridge replacement on Iowa Highway 3 over Boylan Creek, about 2.5 miles east of Dumont in Butler County. The project would remove the existing bridge
Marshall County Back-to-School Fair Set for August 16
Families across Marshall County are invited to the annual Marshall County Back-to-School Fair on Sunday, August 16, from 4 until 6 p.m. at the Marshalltown High School Roundhouse. The free event is open to students from all
New Belmond ordinance sets rules for bicycles, e-bikes and scooters
As students prepare to return to school, the Belmond-Klemme Community School District is reminding families about a new city ordinance regulating bicycles, electric scooters and electric bicycles. Belmond Ordinance No. 481 requires riders to follow traffic laws,
Wellsburg concert to feature patriotic music, polkas and more
Ackley’s Little German Band will offer a preview of its Iowa State Fair concert Monday, Aug. 10, at the Wellsburg City Park Bandshell. The concert will begin at 7 p.m. and feature patriotic songs, polkas and marches.
Marshalltown Man Faces Multiple Felony Charges in Child Sexual Abuse Investigation.
A Marshalltown man is being held without bond in the Marshall County Jail after being arrested Friday on multiple felony charges stemming from an investigation into the alleged sexual abuse of two children. According to criminal complaints,