U.S. Rep Feenstra Hosts Picnic in Sioux Center

Republican Congressman Randy Feenstra hosted his annual fundraiser today in Sioux Center, but did not mention running for governor. Feenstra announced yesterday that he’s raised over $3 million for a […]
Little Rock Man Accused of Sexual Abuse of a Child

Little Rock, Iowa — A Little Rock man has been arrested after he allegedly had sexual contact with a child. According to a criminal complaint filed with the Lyon County […]
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 […]
Teen charged after 2 thrown from truck bed, 1 killed

NEW LONDON, Iowa – An 18-year-old is charged after police say two passengers were thrown from a truck bed resulting in the death of one in September. According to an arrest […]
Two dozen community send-offs set for Iowa National Guard soldiers

Twenty-four community send-off ceremonies are being held for some 1,800 Iowa National Guard soldiers who are deploying to the Middle East. Iowa National Guard Adjutant General Stephen Osborn says the […]
Northwest Iowa Crop Progress Leads Statewide Trends

Farmers in Northwest Iowa continue to make strong strides in planting progress, with both corn and soybeans surpassing statewide averages. According to the latest report from the USDA’s National Agricultural […]
Fawning Season Has Arrived, Deer on the Move

DES MOINES — Fawning season has officially arrived, which means Iowans will see lots of deer on the move. From now until late June, DNR field staff across the state […]
Rock Valley Fire Victim Identity Released

The Sioux County Sheriff’s office has released the identity of a person who died as the result of a house fire southwest of Rock Valley on Monday. The victim has […]
Drought Monitor showing less drought in the state

Rainfall at the end of last week and early this week has resulted in less drought showing up in the state. The Iowa Drought Monitor map released this (Thur) morning […]
Northwestern College adds Master of Arts in teaching in early childhood

ORANGE CITY, Iowa—Northwestern College is adding a Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) in early childhood degree to its graduate programs. Classes will begin this fall. Offered online, the M.A.T. […]