Proposed Big Sioux River Boat Ramp Project Moves Forward in Hawarden

Sioux County Conservation and the City of Hawarden could be teaming up on a partnership for a boat ramp on the Big Sioux River. At a recent city council meeting, […]
Peoples Bank Fraud Specialist Warns of Rising Scam Tactics, Identity Theft Risks

Identity theft and fraud remain among the most common crimes in the country, with nearly 70% of scam victims experiencing some type of financial loss. Those concerns were the focus […]
West Sioux’s Alynn Coppock Named Superintendent at Riverside

The Riverside Community School District has selected Alynn Coppock as its next superintendent. The district, located in southwest Iowa’s Pottawattamie County, serves about 700 students across three schools in the […]
Progress Report: NW Iowa Farmers Ahead of State in Early Planting

While wet conditions across much of the state have slowed planting progress, farmers in Northwest Iowa appear to be ahead of the curve. Iowa State University Extension field agronomist Leah […]
Sioux County Communities Offer Multiple Electronic Recycling Opportunities

Multiple Sioux County communities are offering opportunities in the coming weeks for residents to dispose of unwanted electronic items safely. The 2026 Sioux Center E-cycle free electronic recycling event will […]
Minnesota Twins Community Fund Gifts Grant to the City of Hawarden

The Minnesota Twins Community Fund has made several grants to support various initiatives and organizations in the region, and one of those is going to the City of Hawarden. Hawarden […]
Global Dairy Markets Face Margin Pressure as Supply Outpaces Demand in Early 2026

Dairy producers worldwide are navigating a challenging start to the year, as rising milk supply and falling commodity prices squeeze farm margins, according to the latest Global Dairy Outlook. ISU […]
Hospers Hosting Fundraiser for New EMS Facility

Hospers, Iowa — A different kind of fundraiser is happening this weekend in Hospers — and it’s for a much-needed project for which the whole community will benefit. Mandy Falkena […]
Northwest Iowa Subsoil Moisture Survey Results Announced for Spring 2025

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Field Agronomists have completed their spring survey of subsoil moisture in Northwest Iowa. Area Agronomist Leah Ten Napel says the levels in Northwest Iowa […]
Sioux Center’s E-Cycle Effort: A Win for Sustainability and Community

The annual Sioux Center E-Cycle Event takes place this Saturday morning at Pella’s south loading docks. Each year residents and surrounding communities are encouraged to participate in the annual E-Cycle […]