Growth Continues in Sioux Center as Centre Mall Businesses Expand

Growth and development activity in Sioux Center continues to trend upward in 2026, according to updates presented during recent Sioux Center City Council staff reports. Building Official Kris Pieper says […]
Tulip Festival Officials Issue Ticket and Parade Route Reminders

The Orange City Tulip Festival and the City of Orange are reminding residents and visitors about a couple of important policies ahead of this year’s festival events. Festival organizers are […]
Sioux Center Chamber’s “Sioux Grown” Campaign Earns Regional Marketing Award

The Sioux Center Chamber of Commerce has received a regional Marketing & Communications Award from the Mid-America Chamber Executives (MACE) for its “Sioux Grown” campaign, a digital storytelling initiative focused […]
Dordt University Celebrates First Graduating Class of Agriculture Service Technology Program

Dordt AST Program Graduates First Class of John Deere-Certified Technicians Dordt University celebrated the inaugural graduating class of its Agriculture Service Technology (AST) program Thursday evening, marking a milestone for […]
85th Annual Tulip Festival Week Underway in Orange City

The 85th annual Orange City Tulip Festival officially begins this week in Orange City, with the Tulip Festival Night Show on Tuesday evening ahead of the festival’s traditional Thursday-through-Saturday run. […]
NCC President says AI should Support — Not Replace — Critical Thinking in Education

As artificial intelligence continues reshaping classrooms, workplaces, and industries across the country, the president of Northwest Iowa Community College says colleges must balance technological advancement with human development. During a […]
Two Out-Of-State Residents Involved in Orange City Crash, One Injured

The Orange City Police Department responded to a two-vehicle accident Thursday evening at the intersection of Tallahassee Avenue and 8th Street SE in Orange City. According to a press release […]
Dordt Freshman Selected for Global Emerging Artist Competition

A Dordt University freshman is gaining international recognition for her artwork after being selected to compete in a global showcase for emerging artists. Dordt University freshman Ashley Torner, an art […]
Rock Valley Man Charged with Third-Degree Burglary

A Rock Valley man is facing a felony burglary charge following an incident in Rock Valley late last month. 37-year-old Ever Adali Rodriguez-Gutierrez of Rock Valley was arrested Thursday, May […]
Rock Valley Tour of Homes Raises More Than $12,000 for First Responders

The 2026 Rock Valley Leadership Institute raised $12,079 for Rock Valley first responders through its Tour of Homes fundraiser this past weekend. According to Ashley Feekes with the Rock Valley […]