Local News

Buena Vista County will share in a major federal investment aimed at making rural roads safer. County Engineer Bret Wilkinson told the board of supervisors during its weekly meeting yesterday

The Alta‑Aurelia School Board will face important financial decisions in January as construction of the district’s new athletic performance complex reaches the halfway point. Last winter, the board bonded against

A Newell man faces the possibility of spending the rest of his life in prison after a Buena Vista County jury convicted him on 31 counts of sexual abuse, assault,

Storm Lake police arrested two men over the weekend after a traffic stop led to multiple drug charges. Around 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 27, officers stopped a vehicle in the

The Storm Lake Police Department arrested a local man early Friday morning after a traffic stop led to felony charges. At about 12:50 a.m. on Dec. 26, an officer stopped

With winter weather in full swing, the City of Storm Lake is reminding residents to follow snow removal rules and stay safe. Property owners are required to clear snow and

A Storm Lake firefighter and three police officers will be honored this spring for saving a man’s life earlier this month. According to the Storm Lake Police Department, Jason Hofman—a

Avera@Home Hospice of Spencer Hospital has earned national recognition for its commitment to serving veterans.  The program has been awarded a Level 4 Star designation in the We Honor Veterans

An agricultural leader from Calhoun County has been recognized statewide for her impact on Iowa farming. Darcy Maulsby of Lake City was honored at the Iowa State University Extension and

The Storm Lake Knights of Columbus are continuing their mission of service this season with two significant donations. The council recently directed $1,000 to the Siouxland Soup Kitchen in Sioux