Sioux Center Health Food Drive Underway in Support of Mid-Sioux Opportunity
Sioux Center Health is inviting the community to join in a month-long food drive this April to collect 1,500 items to support local families in need. The effort, announced during […]
Orange City Focusing on Downtown Experience & Identity as it Builds on “Storybook” Feel
Orange City’s charm isn’t happening by accident, but city leaders say the next step is making sure people don’t just pass through, but stop, explore, and stay. From Dutch-style storefronts […]
Team Feenstra Calls Cook Report Rating “Concerning News” for Iowa Governor’s Race
Republican Randy Feenstra’s campaign team is raising concerns after a national political analysis shifted its outlook on the governor’s race in Iowa. In an email to supporters, Team Feenstra pointed […]
Highway 75 Work Underway in Sioux Center; Major Closures Not Expected until Late May
If you haven’t noticed, Highway 75 construction in Sioux Center is underway, and crews are working to keep traffic moving as long as possible. According to an update from the […]
Bob and Ellen’s Restaurant Planned as part of New Orange City Development
A new restaurant is coming to Orange City as part of a larger commercial development supported by the city’s ongoing efforts to preserve its Dutch identity. City Administrator Matt Van […]
Northwest Iowa K-9 Teams Earn Top Finishes at State Certification Trials
Two northwest Iowa K-9 teams are being recognized after standout performances at the 2026 K-9 Narcotics Certification Trials in Burlington. Officer Jordan Kerr and K-9 Gus of the Rock Valley […]
Feenstra Raises Possibility of Requiring Private Schools to Accept All Students
Republican Congressman Randy Feenstra says if he’s elected governor, he would “consider” changes to state law tied to taxpayer funding for private school expenses. Speaking with reporters yesterday, Feenstra said […]
USDA Announces Deadline for One-Time Farm Payments
The United States Department of Agriculture is reminding farmers that the deadline is approaching to apply for a one-time financial assistance payment through their local Farm Service Agency office. According […]
Arnolds Park Council Moves to Ban New Commercial Docks in Residential Areas
With one member absent, the Arnolds Park City Council voted 4-0 Wednesday evening to accept a recommendation from the city’s Planning and Zoning Commission to no longer allow commercial, or […]
Two Arrested Following Drug Investigation in Orange City
Two people were arrested earlier this week following a drug investigation in Orange City. According to the Orange City Police Department, officers were dispatched around 6:18 p.m. on Monday, April […]