US, Mexico prepare for key USMCA talks impacting ag exports
The United States and Mexico have officially launched a formal review of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). Julie Callahan, chief ag negotiator with the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative, says Mexico and […]
Rock Rapids Councilman Cody Hoefert Announces Run for Lyon County Supervisor

Rock Rapids City Councilman Dr. Cody Hoefert has announced he is running for Lyon County Supervisor. Hoefert is seeking the District 4 seat currently held by Jerry Birkey, who has […]
Doud: Global milk production up, U.S. competitive
U.S. dairy is staying competitive on the global market despite increased production from other countries. Gregg Doud with the National Milk Producers Federation tells Brownfield world dairy production is up […]
AAA-Iowa warns: Drowsy driving can be deadly after time change
With the switch to Daylight Saving Time this weekend, some Iowans may be starting next week out sleepy from that lost hour of shut-eye. AAA Iowa spokesman Brian Ortner says […]
GOP lawmakers ponder temporary tax hike to plug Iowa Medicaid deficit
Two key statehouse Republicans are suggesting is may be necessary to raise a tax on some health insurance companies and use that extra money to reduce the deficit in the […]
NCC Volleyball Coach Mark Kirlin Building Foundation for Thunder Program

Northwest Iowa Community College’s newest athletic program is beginning to take shape as head coach Mark Kirlin works to build the Thunder’s first women’s volleyball team. Kirlin was hired in […]
Iowa’s congressional delegation votes against limiting U.S. bombardment of Iran
The four Republicans who represent Iowa in the U.S. House have voted against a resolution that would have constrained the military operations President Trump has authorized against Iran. Second District […]