A new challenger has stepped forward in the race for Iowa Senate District 3. Cherokee County Supervisor Shane Bellefy announced his campaign yesterday, promising what he calls a “common‑sense approach”
A Buena Vista County man has been sentenced to federal prison for illegally possessing a firearm. Twenty-nine‑year‑old Taxavier Ford of Alta received a 30‑month sentence yesterday after pleading guilty to
An Odebolt woman is facing felony and misdemeanor charges following two incidents in Aurelia last month. Forty-seven-year-old Kristal Miller was arrested on Dec. 31 and charged with one count of
Three Legislative Forums are planned in Storm Lake for the 2026 Iowa Legislative Session. The events will be held at King’s Pointe Resort and are sponsored by the City of
Iowa drivers are now on notice: holding a phone while driving can cost you. As of Jan. 1, law enforcement across the state is issuing fines under Iowa’s new hands‑free
St. Mary’s Catholic School in Storm Lake is setting its sights on one of the biggest fundraising goals in its history. The annual St. Mary’s Ball and Charity Auction returns
Storm Lake resident Rick Wimer used the hear the public portion of Monday night’s city council meeting to press for tougher property standards, raising concerns about neglected homes and rentals.
Buena Vista University is expanding hands‑on learning in agriculture through a new partnership with the Boettcher family. BVU has announced the creation of the Boettcher Raccoon River Sustainable Agriculture Center,
The Storm Lake City Council received a comprehensive presentation last night from the Water Treatment Plant Rates and Design Advisory Ad Hoc Committee, outlining the city’s path toward a new
Aurelia’s new fire station is rising quickly—and ahead of schedule. Crews have installed doors, siding, and a fresh coat of red paint, marking visible progress on the $1.14 million project
