Buena Vista County is joining the Iowa Department of Transportation in rolling out a new online appointment system aimed at improving access to driver and vehicle services across the state.
King’s Pointe Resort is cleaning up after a sprinkler line burst early Monday morning, flooding part of the ballroom and mechanical rooms and forcing guests to briefly evacuate. General Manager
An Ida County man has pleaded not guilty to charges of sexually abusing a child in Woodbury County. Court records show 28‑year‑old Patrick Loft of Galva entered the plea on
Storm Lake has earned statewide recognition for its commitment to efficiency and fiscal responsibility. The city tied with Fort Madison as Best Performing Largest Fifth City in Iowa’s 2026 Public
The Northwest Iowa Regional Housing Trust Fund is offering financial assistance to income‑eligible homeowners for critical home repairs and improvements. The program combines forgivable grants with low‑interest loans to help
The Iowa Pork Producers Association has named its 2025 Master Pork Producers. Among the honorees: Brad and Sarah Lundell of Kiron, recognized for excellence in pork production, sustainability, and community
A Manson woman has been sentenced to five years in federal prison for her role in a methamphetamine conspiracy centered in Fort Dodge. Forty‑three‑year‑old Starr Ledford, who also has ties
The Storm Lake Community School District Board of Education reviewed the draft of its 2024–25 financial audit during Wednesday night’s monthly meeting. School Business Official and School Board Secretary/Treasurer Trudy
The Storm Lake City Council has approved the creation of a new mayor’s ad hoc committee aimed at strengthening civic leadership and community engagement. On Monday night, council members unanimously
