Rock Rapids, Iowa — The organization behind the murals in Rock Rapids has received $5000 toward their continuation and upkeep from a local business and its brand. Read more
Heroes Behind The Badges Blood Drive Winner Announced
Sheldon, Iowa — Yesterday (Monday, February 22nd) was the 14th Annual Heroes Behind the Badges Blood Drive in Sheldon. Read more
No Idea Yet On How Legislative Redistricting Will Be Conducted
Statewide Iowa — The lead attorney involved in drawing the boundaries for Iowa’s congressional and legislative districts in 2001 and 2011 says there are huge unknowns surrounding this decade’s redistricting process.
Bill Would Financially Penalize Iowa Cities That ‘Defund” The Police
Des Moines, Iowa — A move to withhold state funding from cities or counties that cut budgets for local police and law enforcement has cleared initial review in the Iowa Senate.
Hartog Named New NCC President
Sheldon, Iowa — In a unanimous decision the Northwest Iowa Community College Board of Trustees approved the hiring of Dr. John Hartog III of Boyden, Iowa as the 10th president of NCC. The decision was announced during the Board’s regularly scheduled meeting Monday, February 22. Read more
Tractor Day On The Way: This Is National FFA Week
Sheldon, Iowa — This is National FFA Week, so get ready to see all those tractors and trucks at the area high schools. Read more