Leaders Highlight Iowa’s Trades Workforce
Northwest Iowa Community College (NCC) President John Hartog says skilled trades remain one of the most critical parts of Iowa’s workforce, as demand continues to grow across manufacturing, healthcare, and […]
Ohio Man Arrested in Lyon County Grooming Sting
An Ohio man has been arrested in Lyon County following a sting operation that led to felony and misdemeanor charges involving alleged online communication with a minor. According to records […]
Northwestern College Theatre Students Earn Top Regional Honors
Students from Northwestern College earned top regional honors at the Region Five American College Theatre Festival (ACTF), held January 18th through 24th in Rochester, Minnesota. Senior Melissa Thompson received Region […]
Dordt University Launches New Family Nurse Practitioner Program for Fall 2026
Dordt University has announced the launch of a new Master of Science in Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN-FNP) program, with the first cohort of students set to begin in […]
Peaceful Pro-Immigrant Rally Draws Around 400 in Sioux Center
Organizers say that around 400 people gathered outside the Sioux Center Public Library on Monday evening (February 2) for a peaceful pro-immigrant rally, held ahead of the Sioux County Democratic […]
Sioux County GOP to Hold Republican Caucuses Tonight in Rock Valley
The Sioux County Republican Party will hold its countywide caucuses tonight (Monday) in Rock Valley. This year’s caucus will take place at a single location, rather than being split by […]
Sioux County Democrats to Hold Caucuses Feb. 2 at Sioux Center Public Library
Sioux County Democrats will gather for their 2026 caucuses on Monday, February 2nd, at the Sioux Center Public Library. Chair Anita Cirulis says the midterm caucuses serve a different purpose […]
Alisha Hauber, Nate Muyskens, & Leanne Bonnecroy
Orange City Arts
Three-Vehicle Crash Near Sheldon Sends One to Hospital
One person was taken to the hospital following a three-vehicle crash on Monday morning near Sheldon. According to the Sioux County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were called to the scene at […]
Northwestern College Earns Top Iowa & CCCU Rankings for Online Programs
Northwestern College has been recognized among the nation’s best for its online academic programs, according to the latest rankings from U.S. News & World Report. In the 2026 rankings released […]