Ocheyedan Man Charged with Felony in Juvenile Sexual Abuse Case

An Ocheyedan man is facing a felony charge following an investigation into alleged inappropriate contact with a minor. According to a criminal complaint filed by the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office, […]
From 78 to 3: Rock Valley Facing Tight Housing Supply After Flood

Rock Valley is down to just three available residential lots following last year’s devastating flood, as the city looks ahead to its next phase. Speaking on Daily Grind last week, […]
Organizers Estimate about 200 Attend “No Kings” Protest in Sioux Center

Organizers estimate about 200 people gathered in Sioux Center Saturday afternoon for a “No Kings” protest at Central Park, one of many demonstrations held across the country. Throughout the event, […]
Kabongo Thriving as Three-Sport Athlete at Northwestern

Jovany Kabongo’s path to Northwestern College didn’t just cross state lines — it crossed continents. Growing up in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Kabongo’s athletic world was simple. “In Africa, […]
New Details in Sioux Center Crash and Vehicle Fire Near Dordt Rec Center

New details have been released following a Monday morning crash in Sioux Center that resulted in a vehicle fire. According to a Sioux Center Police Department report, the accident happened […]
Dordt Reports Nearly 100 Percent Career Outcome Rate for 2025 Graduates

Dordt University says nearly all of its most recent graduates are already finding success in the next step of their careers. Within six months of graduation, 99.7% of Dordt’s 2025 […]
Dordt Men’s Volleyball Cracks NAIA Top 15

The Dordt Defender men’s volleyball team has earned a spot in the latest NAIA National Volleyball Coaches’ Poll, released Wednesday, March 25. Dordt checks in at No. 14 in the […]
Hawarden Man Faces Felony After Sioux Center Stop; Passenger Also Charged

A traffic stop in Sioux Center on Wednesday led to a wide range of charges, including a felony, against a Hawarden man, while a passenger in the vehicle is also […]
America’s Toy Scout Bringing Nostalgia to Sioux Center this Weekend

A nationally known collectibles expert with Northwest Iowa roots is bringing a unique mix of nostalgia, history, and potential hidden value to Sioux Center this weekend. Joel Magee, known as […]
Le Mars Man Pleads Not Guilty In Child Endangerment, Animal Neglect Case

A Le Mars man charged in a child endangerment and animal neglect case that began last fall in rural Plymouth County has now pleaded not guilty. 53-year-old Rick Reifenrath entered […]