Study to look at train crossing in Merrill
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Railroad Administration has awarded over $15 million to three rail projects in Iowa as part of a massive $1.1 billion Railroad Crossing Elimination Grant […]
Attorney General Bird Defends Family Farms and Businesses, Warns of Scam Links
Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird is taking action to protect family farms and businesses from a costly mandate while also warning them of scam links related to the Corporate Transparency […]
Officials Warn Of Open Water Still On Some Lakes, Even With The Recent Cold Snap
(Spirit Lake)– With all the cold weather we’ve had lately you would think area lakes would be completely locked up in a thick coating of ice. However, that has NOT […]
Dordt University Announces Key Leadership Transitions
Dordt University has announced significant changes in its administrative cabinet. Dr. Brandon Huisman has been named Vice President of Advancement and Marketing, and Greg Van Dyke will serve as Vice […]
$9,300 Iowa Tourism Grant to help launch new Visit Sioux Center website
The City of Sioux Center has been awarded a $9,300 Iowa Tourism Grant to launch a tourism-focused Visit Sioux Center website. The new Visit Sioux Center website will be a […]
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 […]
Six Arrested in Sioux County Drug and Weapons Bust
A drug and weapons bust took place on Monday following a joint investigation by the Sioux Center Police Department and the Sioux County Sheriff’s Office. Six individuals were arrested in […]
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 […]