Dordt Tops Iowa Christian College Rankings, Ranks 22nd Nationally
Dordt University has been named the #1 Christian college in Iowa and #22 in the nation, according to Niche’s 2026 rankings. The rankings, which are updated throughout the year, reflect […]
Feenstra Secures $1.8M for Rock Valley Flood Repairs
Recovery efforts continue for the Rock Valley Community School District more than a year after last summer’s flood. Congressman Randy Feenstra announced that FEMA has approved $1.8 million in funding […]
Rock Valley Diaper Drive this Weekend
The Northwest Iowa Baby Shower organization, as well as Guiding Star Siouxland, are taking up the mantle of providing mothers in need with diapers for their young children. Kaleigh Van […]
Foggy Morning Crash Injures Sheldon Woman Near Hospers
The Sioux County Sheriff’s Office investigated a Thursday morning crash that sent a Sheldon woman to the hospital. Deputies say the accident happened around 6:30 a.m. near the intersection of […]
Sioux Center Reconsiders Ban on ROW Tree Planting
Sioux Center residents will see more discussion before any decision is made on whether to allow trees in street right-of-way (ROW) areas. The City Council has been weighing an ordinance […]
Dordt Professor Appointed to Iowa STEM Advisory Council
Dr. Jeff Ploegstra, dean of foundational and health sciences and professor of biology at Dordt University, has been appointed to the Iowa Governor’s STEM Advisory Council as a Regional Advisory […]
Northwest Iowa Groups Receive Funding to Prevent Homelessness
Two northwest Iowa organizations are receiving state funding to strengthen efforts to keep families in their homes. The Iowa Finance Authority has awarded more than $1.3 million statewide through its […]
New Book Chronicles Northwestern College’s History
A new book is shining a light on the history of Northwestern College. “Pursuing the Light: A History of Northwestern, 1882–2024” traces the institution’s growth from a classical academy and […]
Northwestern to Break Ground on Colenbrander Plaza
Northwestern College will hold a groundbreaking ceremony for Colenbrander Plaza, a new outdoor gathering space and walkway leading to De Valois Stadium. The event is scheduled for Thursday, October 2nd, […]
Sioux City to Open Second “Chick-fil-A” Restaurant
A new Chick-fil-A® restaurant will begin serving guests in Siouxland on Thursday, Sept. 25. Chick-fil-A, Inc. has selected Stephen Chestnut to serve as the local Owner-Operator of the new establishment. […]