On Aug. 15, 1945, the United States’ ongoing war with Imperial Japan officially ended. The war in Europe had ended a few ...

Four north central Iowa farm families were recognized by the State of Iowa for their environmental leadership in agriculture. James Hepp, of Calhoun County; Lynn Knutson and Joyce Knutson, of Hamilton ...

Among several issues that Americans report as their highest priorities, a strong economy usually tops the list. That makes complete sense. After all, a strong economy means bigger paychecks, more jobs ...

This feature first ran in a special publication called Hometown Pride, published June 28, 2025, featuring people and ...

Tom and Charlene Schuster, of Fort Dodge, will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on Aug. 28. Cards can be sent to ...

Chuck Danielson, of Fort Dodge, formerly of Dayton, will celebrate his 85th birthday on Aug. 26. Cards can be sent to him at ...

Faith Lutheran Church, Harcourt, is holding an ice cream social and bake sale from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 24 at the church. Loose meat sandwiches, chips, baked beans, pie and homemade ice cream will ...

A historical archive room may be an unconventional place to find a graphic design student mastering his art while earning his ...

It has been almost a year since Lori Mason took over the reins of Seneca Foundry, a Webster City industry that had been in ...

Voters in nine counties will be asked in November to renew an existing general obligation bond levy that will help Iowa Central Community College provide expanded training for careers as diverse as ...

Don and Bonnie Miller, of Fort Dodge, will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on Aug. 28. Cards may be sent to them at ...

A nearly 40 mile section of highways 175 and 169 will be closed next month for repaving. Croell, Inc., of New Hampton, has ...