A monthly survey of rural bank CEOs in the Midwest finds nearly 58% see stable or modest growth in the small businesses in their area. Creighton University economist Ernie Goss said that and other survey responses has pushed the “Rural Mainstreet Index” to its highest level in three years. “It’s not just the farming and […]
Iowa Realtors Association data shows the number of Iowa home sales in May jumped 17.3% compared to April. Iowa Realtors President
Juneteenth celebrations are planned across the state today marking the end of slavery in 1865. The Black Hawk County NAACP has
The Iowa DCI is investigating the shooting of a woman by Red Oak police officer. Red Oak Police Chief Justin Ramey
Storm Lake and Spencer will play twice next week with the Lakes Conference titles on the line in both softball and
A Storm Lake student’s pride in her community just earned her the mayor’s seat — at least for a day. Storm
