Local, State & Ag News
Sioux County Inmate Attempts to Light Cell on Fire
Yesterday, the Sioux County Sheriff’s Office charged 40-year-old Benjamin Allan Pry of Sioux City, an inmate in the Sioux County jail. The charges stem from an incident in which correctional
A mild to warm continues across much of the Heartland; a limited precip pattern for most
Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for the likelihood of near- or above-normal temperatures and near- or below-normal precipitation across much of the country. Colder-than-normal conditions will be
NGFA CEO says rising diesel prices increasing grain transportation costs across industries
The CEO of the National Grain and Feed Association says the conflict in Iran is impacting transportation costs throughout the supply chain. Mike Seyfert says higher diesel prices are impacting
Iowa Insurance Division says be prepared for severe weather aftermath
Severe Weather Awareness Week starts Monday in Iowa, but a spokesman for the Iowa Insurance Division says you should start preparing now for recovery. Division Fraud Bureau Chief Matt Mortvedt
Orange City Explores Rec Facility while Advancing Housing and Infrastructure Projects
Orange City leaders are beginning early discussions on a potential community recreation and fitness facility, while also moving forward with housing expansion and long-term infrastructure planning following their latest city
Iowa archery tourney on target for next weekend
Several thousand students from across Iowa will be aiming to win medals and scholarship money in the 19th annual state archery tournament next weekend. Zach Benttine, the Iowa DNR’s archery
Sioux County Sheriff: Upcoming Fundraising Mailing is Legitimate
The Sioux County Sheriff’s Office is alerting residents to a legitimate mailing they may soon see in their mailbox. Sheriff Nate Huizenga says the Iowa State Sheriffs’ and Deputies’ Association
Rock Valley Police Warn of Scam Spoofing Local Hospital Phone Number
The Rock Valley Police Department is alerting residents to a potential scam targeting the community, particularly older residents, using a familiar local phone number. According to police, individuals have reported
Plan for 4-year degrees from Iowa community colleges hits Senate snag
A bill that would have had five Iowa community colleges start offering a limited number of four year degrees has stalled in the Senate. Senate Majority Leader Mike Klimesh of
Iowa House OKs HMO tax hike to draw millions in federal matching fund
The Iowa House has passed a bill to temporarily raise the premium tax on private companies that offer HMOs to Iowans as well as the three companies that manage Iowa’s
