Sioux City Woman Arrested on Felony OWI Charges in Hawarden
A Sioux City woman has been arrested on felony operating-while-intoxicated charges in Hawarden. According to a criminal complaint filed in Sioux County, 32-year-old Nicole Blackmore was arrested Sunday and charged […]
Northwest Iowa Continues to Lead State in Farmland Values
Northwest Iowa once again stands at the top of the state for farmland values, with Sioux and Lyon counties ranking among Iowa’s most valuable farmland markets, according to the 2025 […]
Le Mars Man Arrested in Plymouth County Child Endangerment & Animal Neglect Case
The Plymouth County Sheriff’s Office has made an arrest in a child endangerment and animal neglect case that began last fall in rural Plymouth County. According to the Sheriff’s Office, […]
Orange City Council Reviews Audit and Advances Urban Renewal
The Orange City Council met Monday (January 19) to review the City’s annual financial audit, move forward with a new urban renewal area, and approve several financing items. Council reviewed […]
Vacation Okoboji Unveils 2026 Visitor Guide
The 2026 Vacation Okoboji Guide is officially out and now available, following a reveal party held Monday evening at West O Beer. Kiley Zankowski, executive director of Vacation Okoboji, says […]
Lyon County Annex Building Likely Headed for Demolition as FEMA Delays Continue
For more than two decades, Lyon County has used a downtown Rock Rapids building commonly known as the county annex. Originally built in the 1960s for DeWild, Grant, and Reckart […]
Iowa Rock ‘n Roll Music Association Announces Hall of Fame Class of 2026
The Iowa Rock ‘n Roll Music Association has announced its Hall of Fame Class of 2026, recognizing musicians, promoters, DJs, and music supporters from across the state for their lasting […]
Ireton Man Arrested Following Undercover Online Investigation
An 18-year-old Ireton man has been arrested following an undercover online investigation by the Sioux County Sheriff’s Office. According to the Sheriff’s Office, Beau Dawson VanWyhe was arrested Friday afternoon, […]
Western Christian Outlines Long-Term Vision Through Cornerstone Campaign
After several years of planning, Western Christian High School has publicly introduced the Cornerstone Campaign, a proposed long-term facilities initiative. Administrator Brian Verwolf says the campaign is the result of […]
New Iowa Temporary Vehicle Tags Aim to Improve Verification & Visibility
Drivers across Iowa may start noticing a change on newly purchased vehicles, as a new temporary tag system rolls out at licensed dealerships. The Iowa Department of Transportation has updated […]