State officials release 2026 Iowa Primary Elections list
The Iowa Secretary of State’s staff has reviewed nominating petitions and released the list of candidates who’ve been accepted for the 2026 Primary Elections. Candidates for U.S. Senate and governor […]
Lack of visibility biggest factor in closing Iowa’s roadways during blizzard
The Iowa DOT has reopened Interstate 80 from Altoona to Coralville and from West Des Moines to Council Bluffs. Interstate 35 from Ames north to the border is back open […]
Hull Woman Arrested on Multiple Charges After Traffic Stop in Rock Valley

A Hull woman is facing multiple charges after a traffic stop in Rock Valley allegedly led to the discovery of drugs, a loaded handgun, and three children in the vehicle. […]
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Closed in 2024, central Iowa wildlife refuge plans to reopen visitor center
The Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge near Des Moines plans to continue environmental education and renovate its visitor center that’s been closed for nearly two years. Educational programs at the […]
Area Scores: March 1-7, 2026
Saturday, March 7, 2026 GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL STATE TOURNAMENTClass 4A State Championship(5) Carlisle 38, (2) Dallas Center-Grimes 36Class 2A State Championship(2) Rock Valley 67, (1) Hinton 57Class 1A State […]
Former Iowa Corn Growers leader sounds alarm about fertilizer prices
An eastern Iowa farmer who’s a past president of the Iowa Corn Growers Association says the price spike in fertilizer is out of control. Lance Lillibridge raises cattle, corn, soybeans […]
Rules approved to add hands-free tickets to your driving record
The state Transportation Commission has approved rules for the new hands-free cellphone law that could lead to violators losing their driver’s license. The DOT’s Kathleen Meradith-Ayers says the new rules […]
Protest Planned in Sioux Center as Part of Nationwide “No Kings” Demonstrations

A protest planned in Sioux Center later this month will be part of a nationwide day of demonstrations organized under the banner “No Kings.” Local volunteers say the event is […]
18-Year-Old Luverne Woman Charged With Giving THC Products to Minor in an Orange City School Parking Lot

An 18-year-old from Luverne has been arrested on felony drug distribution charges following an alleged incident in Orange City. According to a criminal complaint filed by local authorities, 18-year-old Jaycee […]