Events

The Public Auction of Gerald and Clarice Roder that was scheduled to take place on Saturday, April 27th at 12:00 pm HAS BEEN MOVED to Sunday, April 28th at 1:00 pm. It will take place at 4472 480th Street in Granville. For more information, or with questions, please call Klein Realty at 712-540-1206.

The Mayor’s National Day of Prayer Breakfast will be held on Thursday, May 2nd from 6:30 - 7:30 am. (doors open at 6:00 am.) Located at Living Water Community Church. A Free will Donation will be accepted. Please RSVP by April 29th to Barb Hibma at 712-541-1502 or gbhibma@centurylink.net.

As part of the ongoing effort to clean-up Sheldon and showcase our community, the Sheldon Marketing Committee would like to encourage and invite ALL Sheldon residents, service groups, clubs and organizations to participate in Sheldon’s 14th ANNUAL Community Clean-Up Day on FRIDAY, May 3 from 1:00 pm-3:00 pm.  The Sheldon Marketing Committee will gladly supply […]

Meals will be available for carry-out or delivery during this even. If you would like to have meals delivered, please call Juanita Roger at 712-324-1393 by the end of the day Wednesday, so that drivers can be lined up. Thank you for your support during this event!

Iowa History 101 explores the history of Iowans at home, work, and play – and how that shapes who we are today. This exhibition unpacks the stories of Iowa’s past with dozens of artifacts from the state Historical Museum of Iowa’s Collections. History on the move will be at McCallum Museum in Central Park  on Tuesday, May […]

The Sheldon Public Library's May MakerSpace Program will get kids creativity going! What can you make from an old CD? This program will be held on Wednesday, May 8th at 2:45 pm at the library. The program is open to children in Kindergarten to 8th Grade.

O'Brien County has absentee ballots in for the May 21st special election in Sheldon. If individuals want to vote absentee, they are ready.  They will put an absentee ballot request form on the county website. This Friday is the deadline to request an absentee ballot by mail.  They must have the request in by 5:00 pm […]

O’Brien County Conservation is planning a great line-up of events to celebrate the annual multi-county Wings and Wetlands Festival.  Each year several northwest Iowa counties cooperate to celebrate the return of spring to Northwest Iowa.  All of the events in O’Brien County will take place on Saturday, May 11 this year. Begin your day at […]

On Saturday, May 11th, Maurice Reformed Church and Seasons Center are hosting the WALK for Mental Health Awareness in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month. This is a free, family-friendly event to recognize the importance of mental health and to share resources on where to seek help. "Events like this help promote awareness and reduce […]

There will be a Story Hour held at the Ashton Public Library on Saturday, May 11th and Saturday, May 25th, beginning at 10:00 am.  Children should be accompanied by a responsible adult. For more information, contact the Ashton Public Library at 712-461-1145.

Join Ms. Jane on Monday, May 13th from 6:30 - 7:00 pm for Family Storytime. Enjoy books and an activity. Recommended for ages 3-6. Children are welcome to wear their pajamas.

The Community Blood Bank will be at Village Northwest Unlimited on Tuesday, May 14th from 7:30 am to 10:20 am and at Sanford Sheldon from 2:30 pm to 3:00 pm for blood drives. All blood donations will stay local to save the lives of Sheldon patients.           Community Blood Bank supplies over 550 units of […]

There will be a meeting on Security in the Home, on the Internet, and on cell phones at the Ashton Public Library on Thursday, May 16th at 2:00 pm. This meeting is for parents and seniors, and information will be provided by the Osceola County Sheriff's Department. For more information on this event, please contact […]

In observance of Armed Forces Day, flags will be displayed at the Sheldon City Park. They are going to be put out on Saturday, May 18th, weather permitting. Volunteers are needed to help put the flags out at 7:00 a.m. and taken back down at 5:30 p.m; 30+ volunteers are needed. If you are able to help, […]

The Sheldon Community Ambulance Team (SCAT) is having their Annual Fundraiser Supper featuring a Ribeye steak sandwich or hamburger with salads, beans & dessert.  The supper is scheduled for Monday, May 20, 2019 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Crossroads Pavilion Event Center in conjunction with Sanford Sheldon Medical Center’s Health Fair. Tickets […]

Osceola Community Hospital will host a community blood drives on Wednesday, May 22 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm and 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm at Osceola Community Hospital. All blood donations will stay local to help save the lives of area patients in need.           Please call the Osceola Community Hospital Laboratory to make […]

Farm Credit Services of America is hosting two meetings to answer questions about how planting delays impact your crop insurance. There are important decisions to be made for the 2019 growing season and understanding your crop insurance benefits can help you make the right choices for your operation. In addition to taking your questions, the following […]

The American Red Cross will be holding a Blood Drive on Thursday May 23rd from 1:00 - 6:00 pm at the Sheldon First Reformed Church, located at 901 9th Street. For more information or to  schedule your donation call Connie at 712-324-5253 or go to redcrossblood.org. Sign up with Rapid Pass at redcrossblood.org/RapidPass Let’s do our […]

There will be a Story Hour held at the Ashton Public Library on Saturday, May 25th, beginning at 10:00 am.  Children should be accompanied by a responsible adult. For more information, contact the Ashton Public Library at 712-461-1145.

Get your Memorial Day started off right with delicious pancakes, eggs, and sausage! The First Christian Reformed Church's Young People will be hosting a Memorial Day Pancake Breakfast at the Christian School gym on Monday, May 27th from 7:00 - 9:30 am.

Coffee & Rolls - 8:30 - 9:30 am Memorial Day Service - 9:30 - 10:30 am Cemetery Service - 10:30 - 11:00 am Immediately following the Cemetery Service Ashton will host a Memorial Day Dinner Serving from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm at the Ashton Legion Hall Meal includes: Pork loin sandwiches, hot dogs, baked […]

Take the time this Memorial Day weekend to honor those Servicemen and women who served and fought to secure democracy and preserve freedom. Attend the Memorial Day Service beginning at 10:00 am Monday morning at Sheldon High School. If you are unable to attend, you may watch the Facebook Live feed on KIWA’s Facebook page.

Hegg Memorial Health Center Avera Health will host a community blood drive on Tuesday, May 28th from 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm. All blood donations will stay local to help save the lives of area patients in need.           Community Blood Bank supplies over 550 units of blood each week to people in the region.  […]

Farm Credit Services of America is hosting a meeting to answer questions about how planting delays impact your crop insurance. There are important decisions to be made for the 2019 growing season and understanding your crop insurance benefits can help you make the right choices for your operation. In addition to taking your questions, the following […]

Pulling for a Cure Sweet on Life Truck and Tractor Pull will be taking place in Rock Valley at the Tractor Pull Tack on Friday, May 31st, at 6:30 pm with the Kiddie Pull starting at 7:30 pm Featuring: Farm Stock,3000 RPM, 3200 RPM, Pro Farm, Super Farm Tractors, Mod and Pro Mod 2WD Trucks Concessions will […]

Village Northwest Unlimited will be hosting the 14th annual benefit Run, Walk & Roll event on Saturday, June 1st, 2019 at 9:00 am. Races will include a 5K run, 10K run and a 1-mile walk/roll. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged before May 17, 2019 to guarantee a shirt before the race. Packet Pick-Up for 5K & […]