Huizenga: National Police Week Reminder of Sacrifice Behind the Badge

As communities across the country observe National Police Week, Nate Huizenga says the week serves as a time to honor fallen officers and recognize the continued risks faced by law […]
Dordt University Prairie Pond Project Receives $430,000 State Water Quality Investment

Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig has announced several 2026 urban water quality projects across the state, including one at Dordt University in Sioux Center. Dordt is receiving $430,000 from […]
Blood Run Forum Highlights Preservation Efforts, Future Vision For National Historic Landmark

Supporters of the Blood Run National Historic Landmark gathered Wednesday night (May 13) near Larchwood to discuss preservation efforts, Indigenous history, agriculture, and plans for one of Iowa’s most significant […]
Congressman Feenstra Celebrates Passage of E-15 Bill

Congressman Randy Feenstra (R-Hull) is celebrating the House passage of the Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act, a move he says will provide much-needed economic relief to Iowa farmers […]
Sioux Center Motorcyclist Suffers Suspected Serious Injuries in Tuesday Crash

A Sioux Center motorcyclist suffered suspected serious injuries in a two-vehicle accident Tuesday afternoon in Sioux Center. According to the Sioux Center Police Department accident report, the crash happened at […]
Marty Guthmiller Reflects on 20 Years of Growth at Orange City Area Health System Campus

As Orange City Area Health System prepares to celebrate 20 years at its current campus, longtime CEO Marty Guthmiller says the milestone has prompted reflection on how much the organization, […]
Growth Continues in Sioux Center as Centre Mall Businesses Expand

Growth and development activity in Sioux Center continues to trend upward in 2026, according to updates presented during recent Sioux Center City Council staff reports. Building Official Kris Pieper says […]
Tulip Festival Officials Issue Ticket and Parade Route Reminders

The Orange City Tulip Festival and the City of Orange are reminding residents and visitors about a couple of important policies ahead of this year’s festival events. Festival organizers are […]
Sioux Center Chamber’s “Sioux Grown” Campaign Earns Regional Marketing Award

The Sioux Center Chamber of Commerce has received a regional Marketing & Communications Award from the Mid-America Chamber Executives (MACE) for its “Sioux Grown” campaign, a digital storytelling initiative focused […]
Dordt University Celebrates First Graduating Class of Agriculture Service Technology Program

Dordt AST Program Graduates First Class of John Deere-Certified Technicians Dordt University celebrated the inaugural graduating class of its Agriculture Service Technology (AST) program Thursday evening, marking a milestone for […]