Iowa Secretary Naig Supports USDA’s Avian Flu Response Plan
Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig has voiced his support for the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s updated response plan to Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (H5N1 HPAI), announced by U.S. Secretary […]
Northwest Iowa Community College Receives $1 Million for Career Academy
In a significant boost to local education, Northwest Iowa Community College (NCC) has been awarded $1 million from the state’s Career Academy Incentive Fund. The grant, part of nearly $4 […]
Feenstra Supports Small Business Recovery and Praises USDA Bird Flu Strategy
In Washington, D.C., U.S. Representative Randy Feenstra of Hull has been actively supporting key initiatives this week. On February 26th, Feenstra backed the Rural Small Business Resilience Act, which was […]
Iowa Attorney General Defends Pork Producers Against California Proposition 12
Yesterday (Thursday, February 20, 2025), Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird visited northwest Iowa to have roundtable discussions with law enforcement officials about crime victim services. While she was here, she […]
Northwestern College Celebrated as Best Christian Workplace for Second Consecutive Year
Northwestern College has once again earned the distinction of being named a Best Christian Workplace for the second year in a row, based on the latest data from the 2024 […]
Sen. Grassley Focuses on Judiciary, Border Security, and Fiscal Responsibility
In a recent Q&A, U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley outlined key priorities for 2025. With the dawn of the 119th Congress, Senator Chuck Grassley steps into pivotal leadership roles, setting a […]
Utilities Support Community Organizations
At Monday’s (December 30th) City Council Meeting, the Sioux Center City Council approved $11,000 in contributions to seven local organizations. These funds, provided by Sioux Center Municipal Utilities, will support […]
Numerous Area Fire Departments Receive Wildfire Grants
The Iowa DNR recently awarded 138 Iowa rural fire departments federal grants for specialized equipment to fight wildfires. DNR forestry fire supervisor Jason Walker says Iowa fire departments are normally […]
DNR gives winter fishing updates
If your Christmas break includes plans for ice fishing, the latest fishing report from the DNR indicates solid ice conditions across several area lakes. Here’s a quick summary of the […]
NORTHWESTERN TO PRESENT MADRIGAL DINNERS JAN. 24–25
The Northwestern College Heritage Singers will present madrigal dinners on Jan. 24 and 25 at 7:30 p.m. in the Allen Black Box Theatre. The dinners, representing a 16th-century medieval feast, […]