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Congresswoman Ashley Hinson of Marion made a campaign stop in Ida Grove yesterday afternoon, hosting a meet-and-greet at The Farmacy as she seeks the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate.  Hinson

Paxton’s Jewelry is once again lending its support to the annual St. Mary’s Ball and Auction, scheduled for Saturday, March 14 at the Forum on the Buena Vista University campus

Water quality is one of Iowa’s most pressing issues, with nitrate levels in waterways like the Raccoon River often exceeding federal limits. Experts warn that contamination contributes to Iowa’s nation‑leading

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